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Tara is from Virginia, Co Cavan and attended St Clare’s College Secondary School. Tara studied Theatre Performance in Cavan Institute from September 2021 to June 2022. Tara is progressing to study her BA Level 7 Performing Arts (Acting) in Sligo University. “I chose Cavan Institute because I wanted to learn more about acting as I want to be an actor in the future. My modules helped me because they gave me a better understanding of acting and the theatre industry. My tutors and classmates helped me with the practical side of acting, as well as doing work experience. While doing my work experience, I found it very beneficial because it gave me a better understanding of working in a theatre setting. While in this course I learnt how to achieve my acting career by applying to higher educational progression links. Also, I would say that this course has greatly helped me develop my confidence. I would advise students to give the Theatre Performance Course good consideration as you will meet like-minded people and develop skills and confidence in a supportive environment. I am progressing to Sligo University to study Performing Arts (Acting) to achieve a BA Level 7 Degree.” Good luck with your studies and future career Tara. Tara O’Callaghan Theatre Performance Tara O’Callaghan Theatre Performance Student testimonials Previous Next

Natasha is from Ballinagh, Cavan. She attended Breifne College, Cavan. Natasha is currently studying Business Studies (Level 8) in Dundalk Institute of Technology. Natasha tells us how studying at Cavan Institute helped her on her educational journey. "I first decided to go to Cavan Institute as I was young leaving secondary school (17) and still had no idea what course I wanted to study. I decided on business studies as it was something I had not done before at all and would be completely different to any subjects I had taken in school. When I was studying at Cavan institute, I gained a lot of skills that have stood to me today. These skills have been very beneficial to me studying on the Bachelor (Hons) of Business degree in DkIT. These skills included being able to stick to deadlines, completing continuous assessments, being able to use different computer software packages such as Excel and Sage. Being able to reference my work was also a great advantage to my current course. I completed work experience while studying at Cavan Institute. This helped me gain a lot more confidence working with the public and with other people. The tutors at Cavan Institute gave great support and guidance and really helped every student in any way they could. I gained my full distinction award in QQI L5 Business and used this to apply to DKIT through the CAO Higher Education Links Scheme. I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Cavan institute I made great friends and I would really recommend completing a PLC course before attending college not only are the skills you learn great but it’ll help students decide whether or not the course they want to do is really for them. Natasha McKenna Business Studies Year 1 Natasha McKenna Business Studies Year 1 Student testimonials Previous Next

Discover Cavan Institute’s wide range of courses offering practical skills, recognised qualifications, and pathways to higher education or careers. Health Services Supervisory Management QQI Level 6 Course Code Major Award Code 6M4978 Apply Now About This Course This course in Health Services Supervisory Management will allow you to develop your supervisory management skills in order to improve the health of patients/clients in your care and improve the effectiveness of the organisation for which you work. Modules Course Content Communications Gerontology Health Promotion Palliative Care Work Experience Conflict Management Groupwork Theory and Practice Person-Centred Planning Supervisory Management Progression . Entry Requirements QQI Level 5 Award in a related discipline such as Healthcare Support, Nursing, Community and Health Services or Health Service Skills. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet this entry requirement but can demonstrate industry experience. Course Fees At Cavan Institute, we believe that quality education should be within everyone's reach. That's why all our courses have a single, affordable fee of just €200 in total. No hidden costs, no complex fee structures. Just straightforward, accessible learning to help you achieve your goals. We're proud to offer a diverse range of courses at a price that sets us apart from other colleges with high fees. Do you have a Medical Card? Your medical card will exempt you from the €50 QQI exam fee, resulting in a reduced fee of €150. Overview Content Progression Requirements Fees Previous Course Next Course Student Name Course Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. Go Go More from Cavan Institute Courses All Courses Apply Online Start Here Supports Support Services FAQs Get Answers Contact Us If you have any questions, please get in touch. You can apply online through our website. We have an FAQ page, and course fees are easily accessible. First name* Last name* Email* Phone Message* I consent to Cavan Institute contacting me for the purpose of responding to my enquiry. Submit

Discover Cavan Institute’s wide range of courses offering practical skills, recognised qualifications, and pathways to higher education or careers. Make-up Artistry QQI Level 5 Course Code MK Major Award Code 5M5265 Apply Now About This Course This course covers all aspect of make-up artistry, including fashion, theatre, TV, film and special effects make-up. It combines the technical skills and artistic elements required of a make-up artist with a focus on fashion co-ordination, hair styles and special effects. This make-up artistry course covers the skills required to perform effective make-up techniques suitable for various professional media, theatre and stage productions. As part of this course in Make-up Artistry, students create make-up looks for fashion shows, magazine shoots and theatrical performances and in the process develop a comprehensive portfolio featuring a range of different looks. Modules Course Content Beauty Industry Ethics and Practice Period and Theatrical Make-up Specialised Make-up Effects Personal Effectiveness Skin Care, Eye Treatments and Make-up Fashion and Media Make-up Postiche Work Experience Progression . Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements. Course Fees At Cavan Institute, we believe that quality education should be within everyone's reach. That's why all our courses have a single, affordable fee of just €200 in total. No hidden costs, no complex fee structures. Just straightforward, accessible learning to help you achieve your goals. We're proud to offer a diverse range of courses at a price that sets us apart from other colleges with high fees. Do you have a Medical Card? Your medical card will exempt you from the €50 QQI exam fee, resulting in a reduced fee of €150. Overview Content Progression Requirements Fees Previous Course Next Course Amy Smyth Make-up Artistry I found the more effort, passion, creativity and time I invested in my projects and assignments, the more experienced I gained. Go Go More from Cavan Institute Courses All Courses Apply Online Start Here Supports Support Services FAQs Get Answers Contact Us If you have any questions, please get in touch. You can apply online through our website. We have an FAQ page, and course fees are easily accessible. First name* Last name* Email* Phone Message* I consent to Cavan Institute contacting me for the purpose of responding to my enquiry. Submit

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Discover Cavan Institute’s wide range of courses offering practical skills, recognised qualifications, and pathways to higher education or careers. Barbering QQI Level 5 Course Code BA Major Award Code 5M3351 Apply Now About This Course Subjects within the course are tailored for the barbering industry and include barbering techniques, cutting, beard shaping, fades, styling and finishing of men’s hair, colouring and perming men’s hair. There are also related theory subjects. Students will have an opportunity to work on male clients throughout the barbering course. Work placement is an integral part of the course and often leads to employment on successful completion of the course. Modules Course Content City and Guilds Barbering QQI Barbering Techniques Work Experience Safety and Health at Work Progression . Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements. Course Fees At Cavan Institute, we believe that quality education should be within everyone's reach. That's why all our courses have a single, affordable fee of just €200 in total. No hidden costs, no complex fee structures. Just straightforward, accessible learning to help you achieve your goals. We're proud to offer a diverse range of courses at a price that sets us apart from other colleges with high fees. Do you have a Medical Card? Your medical card will exempt you from the €50 QQI exam fee, resulting in a reduced fee of €150. Overview Content Progression Requirements Fees Previous Course Next Course Gabriele Ciskauskaite Hairdressing "I chose to study Hairdressing at Cavan Institute because I always wanted to be a hairdresser. It's amazing to have a qualification not just to be a hairdresser in this country but also in other countries. The teachers and students are amazing. They will give you everything." Gabriele Ciskauskaite - Cavan. Go Go More from Cavan Institute Courses All Courses Apply Online Start Here Supports Support Services FAQs Get Answers Contact Us If you have any questions, please get in touch. You can apply online through our website. We have an FAQ page, and course fees are easily accessible. First name* Last name* Email* Phone Message* I consent to Cavan Institute contacting me for the purpose of responding to my enquiry. Submit

Explore Cavan Institute’s Spanish for Beginners — flexible, practical evening learning options designed to upskill, progress your career, or learn something new. Spanish for Beginners Apply Now COURSE FULL If you would like to be informed when the online application system opens again for enrolment for this course next term, then click Notify Me below Notify Me Course Duration 8 weeks Start Date & Time 10 February 2026 at 18:30:00 Weekly on Tuesday Hours per week 2.5 Price €135 Course Overview This course is designed for complete beginners who wish to develop some competence in communicating in Spanish. It is taught in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where everyone is encouraged to participate. Typical classroom activities include pair and group work, whole class discussions, some individual activities, activities in which students mingle with the whole class and some project work. Lessons will be interspersed with videos and audio clips in Spanish. The programme follows a communicative approach to language teaching. Our lessons focus on language that is required for communicating in authentic situations with an emphasis on speaking and listening. Course Content Course Content Week by week, you will learn the following: Lesson 1: How to greet in Spanish; Introducing yourself, saying thank you; Asking for the meaning of certain words; Naming things, Spanish Pronunciation; The Spanish Alphabet and important vocabulary; Where do you come from? Lesson 2: An introduction to verbs (Present tense); Talking about yourself, your family; Your home; Asking and answering personal questions; Looking for things; Numbers 0-20 Lesson 3: What do you like eating?; Hobbies; Telling the time - Asking and giving the time; Arranging things; The weather; Numbers 20-100 Lesson 4: The difference between SER and ESTAR; Asking where things are; Finding your way around; Buying things in a shop; Food at a restaurant; Irregular verbs and the past tense Lesson 5: The months and seasons; Colours, days of the week; At the airport; At a hotel, your accommodation; The future tense Lesson 6: Talking about your daily routine; Talking about free time activities; The conditional tense; Countries and nationalities; Professions Lesson 7: The past tense; Parts of the body; At the hospital, Doctor; Renting things; Pronunciation; Grammar (Pronouns, Adjectives) Lesson 8: Revision and development; Recap Apply Now Express Your Interest Previous Course Next Course More from Cavan Institute Courses All Courses Apply Online Start Here Supports Support Services FAQs Get Answers Contact Us If you have any questions, please get in touch. You can apply online through our website. We have an FAQ page, and course fees are easily accessible. First name* Last name* Email* Phone Message* I consent to Cavan Institute contacting me for the purpose of responding to my enquiry. Submit

Michael from Clones, Co Monaghan attended Largy College, Clones. Michael studied year 1 and year 2 of the Music and Sound Production course at Cavan Institute. "Leaving school, music was always something I wanted to study. I needed to consider my options for the future. I chose Cavan Institute. That decision helped me reach my goals and helped me to get where I am today. I have been accepted into DKIT Music Production - 2nd Year Advanced Entry. Cavan Institute was definitely a positive experience and one I hope to never forget. The atmosphere, the staff, the canteen ladies, the whole place is like one big family! They couldn't make you feel more comfortable. The facilities are great and Cavan Institute had me more than prepared walking into advanced entry and a new facility which I had never witnessed before. I have very fond memories of Cavan Institute and hopefully will continue to return and see everybody. Michael Brady Music and Sound Production Year 1 Michael Brady Music and Sound Production Year 1 Student testimonials Previous Next

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Daniel Morgan from Killygarry, Co Cavan, studied the Sports Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant course at Cavan Institute and progressed to Queen Margaret University Edinburgh where he is beginning his 4th and final year of BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy course. “It is safe to say I would not be where I am today without having chosen to go to Cavan Institute. I knew I wouldn’t get the leaving cert points required to get a place on a BSc Physiotherapy course, so I did the Sports Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant course as a stepping stone to get to University. The course is ideal for anyone hoping to become a Physiotherapist as I learned about anatomy and physiology, exercise and fitness, injury treatment and prevention and nutrition. These are basic skills required for any Physiotherapist. The course also helps prepare you for University e.g. completing assignments, meeting deadlines, taking responsibility for your own learning as well as giving you a strong base of knowledge. The course is not just for those wanting to be Physiotherapists, its ideal for anyone wanting to work in the sports industry. I’ve worked with rugby and football teams using my sports massage, first aid, taping and strapping skills as well as helping players recover from injury by developing personalised exercises programs. All these skills can be used in any sports. I really enjoyed my two years at Cavan Institute and would highly recommend it to anyone that wants to be a Physiotherapist or work in sports." Daniel Morgan Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation Studies Year 1 Daniel Morgan Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation Studies Year 1 Student testimonials Previous Next

Charlotte from Ballinagh, Co Cavan attended Carrigallen Vocational School. Charlotte studied Pre-University Cultural and Heritage Studies in Cavan Institute and progressed to study European Studies with Law and Spanish in National University of Ireland - Maynooth. "When I was doing the leaving cert I was so clueless about what I wanted to do in college. I got accepted into Art School but I really didn't know if it was what I really wanted to do, so I decided to take a course in Pre-University Cultural and Heritage Studies in Cavan Institute. I wanted to try something different and see what was for me before committing to a four year course. I loved the course as it covered such a broad range of interesting topics, I felt that there was never a dull moment as everything being taught was so relevant, local and fascinating. Throughout the year I completely changed my opinion of what I wanted to do in the future. The course was great because it was really open-ended - as a result, you have so many options for follow-up education/progression in so many areas. I was accepted into National University of Ireland - Maynooth based on my results from Cavan Institute. I am now studying European Studies with Law and Spanish. I fell in love with Spanish while attending Cavan Institute and decided I wanted to pursue it in university. The language option offered by Cavan Institute really opened doors for me as it was something I never really felt capable of studying prior to attending this course. It was taught so clearly and proficiently that it really appealed to me as a vocation, and because of it I will now be spending next year in Spain studying on the Erasmus Scheme. I also have the option to undertake an English Language Assistantship in Spain. A huge highlight of the year for me was being selected to represent Cavan Institute at the 1916 National Flag Post Primary Presentation Ceremony in Croke Park where I was presented an Irish Flag by our President Michael D Higgins. Cavan Institute also helped me to secure a two-week work placement with my local politician Joe O'Reilly. During my work placement I got to experience working in his office in Leinster House just before the 2016 General Elections. My success in Cavan Institute was down to my exceptionally helpful lecturers who always made sure I completely understood all of my assignments and prepared me for the dreaded exams. As well as that, Cavan Institute itself was always such a lovely and friendly environment to study in. I made so many friends since day one and I always felt like there was someone there if I needed help with anything. I would completely recommend Cavan Institute to everybody! It really set me up for university and I met some of my best friends during the year." Charlotte McGauran Pre-University Arts in Cultural and Heritage Studies Charlotte McGauran Pre-University Arts in Cultural and Heritage Studies Student testimonials Previous Next

Discover Cavan Institute’s wide range of courses offering practical skills, recognised qualifications, and pathways to higher education or careers. Office Administration and Technology QQI Level 5 Course Code BR Major Award Code 5M1997 Apply Now About This Course Successful organisations, in both the private and public sector, depend on skilled and experienced office personnel. This comprehensive course equips students with the essential digital and administrative skills for today’s workplace. Students will master Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, OneDrive, Teams, and PowerPoint, as well as Sage for bookkeeping. A key component of the course is the Work Experience module, offering students practical, real-world office experience. Along the way, students develop crucial soft skills in communication, organisation, time management, and productivity—everything top employers look for. Modules Course Content Text Production Word Processing Information and Administration Work Experience Spreadsheet Methods (Excel) Bookkeeping Manual and Computerised Database Methods (Access) Reception and Frontline Office Skills Insurance and Banking Studies Communications Progression At Cavan Institute: Graduates of this Business Studies (Year 1) course may progress to the QQI level 6 Certificate in Administration and IT for Business or the level 6 Business Studies (Year 2) course, both available at Cavan Institute. Elsewhere: Graduates of this Business Studies(Year 1) course are eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to year one of a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities (please check with the particular institution regarding local eligibility requirements). Some examples as of 2023: Dundalk Institute of Technology Level 8 Business Studies DK816 Level 7 Business and Technology DK711 UCD (NUI) Level 8 Humanities DN530 Maynooth University Level 8 MH101 Arts Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements. Course Fees At Cavan Institute, we believe that quality education should be within everyone's reach. That's why all our courses have a single, affordable fee of just €200 in total. No hidden costs, no complex fee structures. Just straightforward, accessible learning to help you achieve your goals. We're proud to offer a diverse range of courses at a price that sets us apart from other colleges with high fees. Do you have a Medical Card? Your medical card will exempt you from the €50 QQI exam fee, resulting in a reduced fee of €150. Overview Content Progression Requirements Fees Previous Course Next Course Fidelma Reilly Office Administration and Technology I would highly recommend this course as I feel it has opened a new door to a new career path for me. Go Go More from Cavan Institute Courses All Courses Apply Online Start Here Supports Support Services FAQs Get Answers Contact Us If you have any questions, please get in touch. You can apply online through our website. We have an FAQ page, and course fees are easily accessible. First name* Last name* Email* Phone Message* I consent to Cavan Institute contacting me for the purpose of responding to my enquiry. Submit