Adult education classes. Range of subjects, including computers, Irish, art and crafts, mediation, yoga, line dancing, bridge, indoor bowls, gardening, cookery. Weekly pastoral prayer meeting. Classes cost €3-€5 per session.
56 Aungier Street, Dublin 2
Drop in or phone to make an appointment 01 475 4673 or 4694
Programmes and activities for adults and children in hostels, B&Bs, day centres, community centres and education centres (including Parnell Adult Learning Centre). Adult programmes include art, literacy, photography, guitar, gym and gardening. Children’s playgroups and after school clubs. Information and advice on further and community education, and access to education guidance services.
1 Parnell Square, Dublin 1
Drop in or phone 01 878 6658 or 873 6012
Email: clare.schofield@parnell.cdvec.ie
Education and employment support services for people who are long term unemployed and/or wanting to return to education. Computer classes. English language classes for refugees and asylum seekers. Job club, with support around CV presentation and interview skills (phone 01-814 6885 to join). Free legal advice appointments.
Office also at 5 Gardner Row, Dublin 1 (phone 01 872 5103).
18a Adelaide Road, Dublin 201 661 5922
Drop-in, phone, email or write.
Basic education for adults who cannot read or write and those who want to improve their skills. Individual and group tuition. English literacy classes for speakers of other languages. Classes run during the day and evening. Creche facilities available.
3 Mountjoy Square, Dublin 1
Drop in or phone 01 878 7266
Training programme supported by FAS and VEC, including self development, computer studies, arts & crafts and woodwork at FETAC level.
Unit F2, Chapelizod Industrial Estate, Chapelizod, Dublin 20
Drop in or phone and ask for project manager 01 623 7738
Statutory agency responsible for increasing the employability, skills and mobility of job seekers and employees to meet labour market needs. Employment Services Officer links with Dublin based homeless service providers to facilitate and promote advocacy and improve access to FAS training and employment programmes for people who are homeless.
Second office at D’Olier St, Dublin 2 Phone 01 612 4800.
57-60 Jervis Street, Dublin 1
Drop in or phone 01 804 4600
Support for children aged 4-16 who are living with their families in emergency or B&B accommodation to remain in education. After school club (with food) focusing on group educational and social activities. Developing links between child’s school and family or other support workers. Advocacy on behalf of young people via school link service. Individual support sessions. Holiday programmes.
Stanhope Green, Stanhope Street, Dublin 7
Phone or email for information.
Service by referral 01 671 1219
Email: info@focusireland.ie
Education, employment & training support for people who are/have been homeless, or who are at risk of homelessness. Individual learning plans, FETAC accredited modules, literacy/innumeracy tuition. Adult education, including lifelong learning, holiday programme, outings, relaxation, arts/crafts. Advice & information on job hunting, CVs & interviews. Referral to other agencies. Lunch 12 noon-12.45pm.
5-6 John’s Lane West, Dublin 8
Drop-in, phone or email. Also by referral from Focus Ireland, Social Services and other agencies 01 – 677 0691
‘Second chance’ education and training for adults whose previous experience of education may have been negative. Range of part-time courses, including basic English, computer skills, office procedures, computerised bookkeeping and payroll, job seeking and interview skills, personal development, art, crafts, history. Extensive ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) programme.
St Catherine’s Foyer, Marrowbone Lane, Dublin 8
Drop in, phone, make an appointment or email.
01 453 0833 Email: francom1@eircom.net
Education programme for people who have been drug users but are now drug free. SETAC accredited structured day time programme. Vocational guidance for people wanting to pursue further or continuing education options. SOILSE also provide service for medically prescribed drug users at 1-2 Henrietta Place – see separate entry.
6-7 North Frederick Street, Dublin 1
Phone or contact for an appointment 01 872 4535
Support services for people who are long term unemployed or at risk of becoming so. Information on welfare entitlements, guidance on developing skills, job club to prepare for employment and advice and support on self employment. Access to employment programme for refugees. Comprehensive adult education programme. Creche facility.
57-58 North Strand Road, Dublin 3
Drop in, phone or write 01 836 5544
Range of part time courses for people on benefits or low wages. Subjects include childcare, English for Speakers of Other Languages, social studies, healthcare, ECDL, art and catering. Classes are generally weekly and last 2-4 hours. Most courses are FETAC accredited. Brochure available.
Bull Alley Street, Dublin 8
Phone 01 454 0044
Provides an adult education programme for (18+ years), community training workshop (16-21 years), youth programme that trains youth workers and runs clubs (10-16 years) and a community creche and childcare service.
c/o Lourdes Day Centre, Sean McDermott Street, Dublin 1
Drop in or phone for an appointment 01 836 3416
Education and training around drugs and homelessness. Certificate/Diploma in Drugs Counselling Theory and Intervention Skills, in conjunction with UCD. Range of short courses for workers in drugs and homeless services, including training in drug awareness, homelessness, STIs & sexual health, cognitive behavioural therapy, motivational interviewing, needle exchange training. Contact for charges.
4 Merchants Quay, Dublin 8
Phone or email for details of times andcourses 01 645 6520
Email: info@mqi.ie
Community centre with range of facilities, educational programmes and projects. Dedicated areas for children, computers, cookery, arts and crafts. Community hall, gym, meeting rooms. Active retirement group, men’s group, yoga. Various classes, including computers, cookery, home furnishings, arts and crafts, art (painting), dancing. Youth groups for music and homework. €50 employed, €20 unemployed.
53 Mountjoy Square West, Dublin 1
Drop-in, phone, make an appointment, email or write 01 874 2804
Email: ozanamhouse@iol.ie
Provides training, education, personal and social development for offenders and ex-offenders. Programme also offers nationally recognised certification in education and training. Service has a focus on rehabilitation and reintegration with the objective of helping people to return to employment.
Unit A3, Santry Hall Industrial Estate, Dublin 9
By referral through the Probation Services in prisons and the community. Phone for information 01 842 7997 / 842 8432
Access to education and training for young homeless people aged 18+, including Peter McVerry Trust residents and ex-residents. Individual personal plans and support using adult educational principles.
12-13 Berkley Street, Dublin 7
Drop in or phone 01 830 8335
Training and work placements for people affected by homelessness. Participants also receive ongoing support from a training and employment officer and/or a job coach. Separate Linkage Programme which places ex-offenders in employment, training and/or education.
Business in the Community Ireland, 32 Lower O’Connell Street, Dublin 1
Accepts referrals from agencies.
Phone or email for more information 01 874 7232 Email:rcarvill@bitc.ie
Evening programme of courses and activities. Support to local service providers involved in education.
9 Henrietta Street, Dublin 1
Phone or email 01 887 4129 / 887 4100 Email: hace@stvincentstrust.ie
Special school for young people aged 11-16 who are at risk, including those with behavioural difficulties, school attendance problems and serious family difficulties. Provides an individualised, flexible programme. Accepts referrals of young homeless people from social workers and hostels.
8 Henrietta Street, Dublin 1
Phone 01 887 4127
Training programme for people affected by drug misuse, particularly those stabilized on methadone. Three phase holistic scheme, including personal development, complementary therapies, Stepping Stones Programme (outdoor education and personal development), Academic Programme, education and employment. Outreach support and education. Run in conjunction with Canal Communities Local Drugs Task Force.
Unit C & C1, Bluebell Business Park, Old Naas Road, Dublin 12
Phone, email or write. 01 450 5396 or 5069 Email: cctpturas@eircom.net
Training for people working with or affected by drug or alcohol abuse. Work with parents and other family members and those who encounter addiction issues through their work. Work with groups and organisations who request training, including general addiction issues and motivational interviewing. Training for trainers. Research. Charges for services vary.
Horizons Centre, Balcurris Road, Ballymun, Dublin 11
Drop in, phone, make an appointment, email or write 01 846 7980
Email: urrus@iol.ie
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