Skill Wise Training Ireland

24/09/2026

👶 A useful First Aid update for Early Years services

There’s an important change for crèches, preschools, childminders and Early Years teams from September 2026.

Tusla’s updated Early Years guidance now recognises the new PHECC First Aid Essentials – Paediatric First Aid qualification alongside First Aid Response (FAR).

That’s a significant change because, until now, FAR was generally the qualification Early Years providers looked towards to meet this requirement.

The new option is a one-day, paediatric-focused course, covering the emergencies childcare staff are most likely to face — including CPR, choking, AED use, childhood injuries and medical emergencies.
What hasn’t changed?

Your service still needs to make sure appropriately trained staff are available whenever children are in your care, including on outings, and your overall first-aid arrangements should reflect your staffing, numbers, risks and the needs of the children.

And importantly, FAR is still recognised. This is an additional option — not a replacement for FAR.

If you run an Early Years service and you’re wondering which course is actually appropriate for your staff, feel free to get in touch. I’m always happy to explain the options without making it more complicated than it needs to be. 😊

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04/09/2026

Great team to work with! Job going in Roscommon!

RSG are hiring!
We are looking for Home Care Support Workers and Personal Assistants for all areas of County Roscommon, and Home Care Support Workers for County Galway.

To apply email your CV with accompanying Cover Letter to [email protected] with the subject "HCSW Application" or "PA Application".

For more information please call us on 090 66 25852 Ext. 121 or Ext. 150, or visit https://rsg.ie/jobs.html

24/08/2026

...I had to add this relaxing game to the App...

Free for you 😃
..so many settings to make it even more fun 😆

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21/08/2026

🏆 Could YOU become Ireland’s First Aid Champion? 🇮🇪

The First Aid Challenge has arrived in the SkillWise First Aid App! 🚑❤️

Take on the challenges, test your first aid knowledge and climb the leaderboard to become Ireland’s First Aid Champion!

But there’s another competition going on too… 👀

📍 Which county will prove it knows first aid best?

Choose your county, earn points and help put your county at the top of the leaderboard! 💪

🏆 Compete for Ireland’s top spot
📍 Represent your county
❤️ Learn and practise life-saving first aid
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Challenge your family and friends

Let’s find Ireland’s First Aid Champion — and Ireland’s strongest first aid county! 🇮🇪

📱 Available now on Android
🍎 iOS coming very soon!

download here:
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Watch the video to see how it works 👇

20/08/2026

💙 **Ahead of tomorrow’s Leaving Cert results, just a thought I would like to share**

For many it will be a day of celebrations for many, but for some, the results may not be what they hoped for - I've been there...

Please remember: **your Leaving Cert results do not define your future.**
it's ... just a cert. One of many you will achieve throughout your life.

Life has so many avenues - you didn't even meet yet, and there is never just one path.

I have changed career direction several times myself as my circumstances, passions and simply life changed. Some opportunities never came my way, while others appeared - I could never have imagined when I was leaving school.

Plans change - interests change. Careers change. We learn new things. Develop different strenghts. We start again. We discover opportunities we didn't know existed.

A set of results is **one moment in your life — not your whole story.** One Step at a time. We live in the "now".

If tomorrow feels overwhelming, please talk to someone. A parent, family member, friend, teacher or someone you trust. And if you don't feel you have someone you can speak to, there are free support services and people who will listen. Feel free to get in touch and I can direct you.

And to parents: whatever those results say tomorrow, remember when you were there? Please remind your young person that there are always other routes and other opportunities. 💙

Celebrate the path, not just the result. Celebrate safely, look after your friends, make a plan for getting home and never be afraid to ask for help.

**There is never just one path.** 🌱

Nicolette.
— SkillWise

01/08/2026

Time to get moving! 🏃‍♀️😃

This September I'm taking on the challenge of running 60 miles to raise funds for Pieta, an incredible charity providing free support to people affected by su***de, self-harm, and those experiencing emotional distress.

Every donation, no matter how small, will help Pieta continue its life-saving work. If you're able to support me, I'd be incredibly grateful.

And if you can't donate, sharing this post would mean just as much. 💙

Thank you so much for all your support. Let's make every mile count! 🫂💙

Donation link: 👇

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01/08/2026

🦮🚑 Could you safe your dog in an emergancy? 🚑🐕‍🦺

Would you know what to do if your dog:
🩹 Cuts a paw?
🌡️ Suffers from heatstroke?
🤢 Is choking?
💔 Collapses?

In an emergency, every second counts.

Learning a few simple first aid skills could make all the difference while you're getting your dog to a vet.

🎥 Watch the video below to see what's included.

📲 Download the SkillWise First Aid App and try the new Dog First Aid & CPR section today:
https://www.skillwise.ie/app

Please share this with fellow dog owners—it could help save a dog's life. ❤️🐾

25/07/2026

Back from a fantastic family holiday and straight back into training! 💪

Today it's BLS, FAR and Tourniquet Upskilling training with UFAS at the Maldron Hotel, Portlaoise.

It's always great to refresh existing skills, learn the latest updates, and catch up with fellow instructor colleagues. Continuous professional development helps ensure I'm delivering the highest standard of first aid training to every participant.

Looking forward to another busy training season! 🚑📚

13/07/2026

🎨 Need a few minutes of peace? 😊

Our new Relaxing Colour Sorting Game is now available for parents in our FREE app.

Perfect for winding down, taking a short break, or simply enjoying a calming challenge.

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✈️ Works offline once installed

Give it a try and let us know your high score!

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08/07/2026

💪 Lift Smarter. Work Safer. Get Certified Online.

Manual handling injuries are one of the most common causes of workplace accidents—but they're also one of the most preventable.

With SkillWise's Online Manual Handling Course, you can complete your training at your own pace, from anywhere, and receive your certificate once you've successfully completed the course. The training is HSA-compliant, self-paced, and includes a practical assessment.

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