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Cavan Institute welcomes students of all ages and backgrounds, offering an innovative, supportive learning environment for all. View our college courses today! Why Cavan Institute? highly qualified Teachers Cavan Institute offers tailored class sizes for personalised attention and support. 77 Courses Cavan Institute's 77 courses offer flexible options for all, from school leavers to working professionals. 913 QQI Modules Cavan Institute's modules are updated with the latest industry trends for relevant skills. 83% Progression Cavan Institute's industry links provide students with real-world experience and networking opportunities. All Courses Our Latests News & Events All Posts Your Education Pathways... Cavan Institute is a diverse Education provider offering unique education pathways to all learners. With our range of courses, there is a pathway to employment or higher education for all. PLC Courses Cavan Institute offers over 80 full-time PLC courses. PLC Courses Pre Apprenticeships Our Pre-Apprenticeship courses aim to prepare students who wish to go on to pursue an Apprenticeship. Pre Apprenticeships Traineeships & Apprenticeships Find out more about our Traineeships and Apprenticeships. Start Your Journey PLC Access Programme Our PLC Access programme is aimed at students coming directly from a Youthreach or Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA) course. Access Courses Virtual Campus Tour Take an immersive virtual tour of Cavan Institute. Explore our campus and see the fantastic teaching and learning facilities we have for specialist subject areas. Visit our modern labs, kitchens, beauty rooms, gym, recording studio, workshop and much more. Virtual Tour Top Class Facilities Cavan Institute has fantastic facilities and equipment across all our courses. Students work with modern equipment. Students have access to industry-standard software. Staff are highly skilled in their subject area. Our Facilities UnloCk Your Potential START HERE, GO ANYWHERE BSc (Hons) in Intellectual Disability Nursing Traineeship in Youthwork Commis Chef Apprenticeship Hairdressing Apprenticeship Healthcare Traineeship Pre-Apprenticeship Mechanic Pre-Apprenticeship Engineering and Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship Carpentry and Joinery Pre-Apprenticeship Accounting and Finance Pre-Apprenticeship Hairdressing Pre-Apprenticeship Building Construction Pre-Apprenticeship in Networking Pre-University Science with Sports Private Security and Policing Studies Applied Science - Forensics Architectural Technology and Design Hairdressing Early Learning and Care with Special Needs Assisting Advanced Beauty Aesthetics and Body Treatments Barbering Administration and IT for Business Software Development Early Learning and Care Stage 1 Audio and Music Production Art Craft and Design Computer Games Development Creative Digital Media Renewable and Engineering Technology Social Care with Counselling Skills Sports Therapy and Physiotherapy Assistant Occupational Therapy Studies Pre-University Accounting and Finance Psychology and Social Science Nursing Studies – Maternity and Children Computer Games Design Computer and Network Technician Accounting Technician Tourism, Business and Airline Studies BSc in General Science Pre-University Speech and Language Therapy Assistant Applied Science - Pharmacy Studies Motor Vehicle Maintenance Pre-Apprenticeship Commis Chef Animal Science Beauty Therapy Advanced Sports Therapy and Physiotherapy Assistant Engineering Technology Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice Carpentry Techniques Pre-University Primary and Post Primary Teaching Pre-University Law Computer Systems and Networks Computer Games Programming Music and Sound Production Digital Media Production Pre-University Science Fashion Design and Styling Animal Care Emergency Care Studies Nail and Beauty Care Nursing Studies Business Studies Animation Advanced Hairdressing Professional Cookery Sport and Fitness with Personal Training Pre-University Mechatronic and Electronic Engineering Applied Social Studies Office Administration and Technology Healthcare Support Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care Stage 2 (Level 6) Sports and Fitness Instruction Pre-University Quantity Surveying and Construction All Courses 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 Take our virtual campus tour Virtual Tour College Focused, Work Ready Cavan Institute Students Share Their Stories. View Testimonials Like Like

Cavan Institute offers evening courses in a range of subjects, ideal for upskilling, career progression or personal development at your own pace. Evening Courses Search Courses Filter by Level Select Level Filter by Course Category Select Course Category Filter by Category All Computing & Photography Hair & Beauty Hobby & Special Interest Languages Basic Barbering Skills 6 weeks €105 4 November 2025 at 18:30:00 Course Details Canine First Responder 4 weeks €80 4 November 2025 at 18:30:00 Course Details Creative Hairstyling and Upstyling 4 weeks €80 3 March 2026 at 18:30:00 Course Details Decorative Wreath Making 4 weeks €80 4 November 2025 at 18:30:00 Course Details Digital Media Design Using Canva (Beginners) 6 weeks €105 4 November 2025 at 18:30:00 Course Details Dog Grooming for Beginners 4 weeks €80 5 November 2025 at 18:30:00 Course Details How to Use Your Sewing Machine 8 weeks €135 14 October 2025 at 17:30:00 Course Details Introduction to Interior Design 8 Weeks €135 14 October 2025 at 17:30:00 Course Details Oil Painting (All Levels) 8 Weeks €135 14 October 2025 at 17:30:00 Course Details Skincare and Make-Up Application 4 weeks €80 4 November 2025 at 18:30:00 Course Details Spanish for Beginners 8 weeks €135 14 October 2025 at 17:30:00 Course Details Load More Ready to Take the Next Step? 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

Our Board of Management includes reps from training, higher education, community, industry, students, teaching staff, and CMETB members. Board Of Management Cavan Institute Board of Management Our Board of Management consists of representatives from many areas, including Training, Higher Education, Community, Industry, Student Body, Teaching Staff and CMETB Members. Dr Niall McVeigh Director Cavan Institute Secretary to Board of Management . Cllr Clifford Kelly Chairperson Board of Management CMETB CLLR Carmel Brady Board Member CMETB CLLR Brendan FAy Board Member CMETB CLLR Damian Brady Board Member CMETB Andrea Flanaghan Board Member Community / Industry PROF Sheila Flanaghan Board Member Community / Industry Eoin Doyle Board Member Community / Industry Cormac Dunne Board Member Community / Industry Nora Hennessy Board Member Staff Representative Bryan Bates Board Member Staff Representative Méabh Gilheaney Board Member Student Representative Daniel Wall Board Member Student Representative Ready to Take the Next Step? 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 night courses—flexible, practical evening learning options designed to upskill, progress your career, or learn something new. Decorative Wreath Making 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 4 weeks Start Date & Time 4 November 2025 at 18:30:00 Weekly on Tuesday Hours per week 2.5 Price €80 Course Overiew Unlock your creativity and learn to craft unique, beautiful and timeless reads to adorn your front door at this decorative wreath class. Over this four-week, hands-on course you will craft your very own one-of-a-kind door wreath and a luxurious centrepiece for your dining table, sideboard or fireplace. The experienced tutor will guide you through the principle and mechanics of arranging with artificial flowers, giving you ideas, inspiration and advice on the design and construction of a decorative door wreath and centrepiece arrangement. Each student will be encouraged to consider colour, tones, composition, as well as shape and texture to create something truly unique and beautiful to suit each individual style and preference. The course fee excludes the cost of materials. Course Content Course Content Among the areas covered in this course are: Preparation of materials. Ways to apply materials to a base wicker frame. Ribbon preparation and application artificial flowers selection Preparation and application and decorative centrepiece making using wired ribbons and florals. Apply Now Express Your Interest Previous Course Next Course Ready to Take the Next Step? 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 night courses—flexible, practical evening learning options designed to upskill, progress your career, or learn something new. Creative Hairstyling and Upstyling 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 4 weeks Start Date & Time 3 March 2026 at 18:30:00 Weekly on Tuesday Hours per week 2.5 Price €80 Course Overiew This course will be in the format of demonstrations and hands-on workshops delivered in Cavan Institute's hairdressing training salon. We will start from the beginning with the consultation as this is the key to understanding what the client wants and what will suit her. The next step is to learn the essentials of how to put up hair, build a style with balance and structure, choose the perfect upstyle and start the foundation section right, through to finishing the fronts. You will need to bring along a full tool kit that would use for upstyling, e.g., tail comb, up-styling brush, paddle brush, bobby pins, curling wand & iron, bobbins. Please bring along any hair jewellery or pieces you would like to incorporate into your updo. Course Content Course Content This four-week introductory course will cover the following areas: Consultation advice and tips Foundation building and the importance of this Product knowledge Techniques and methods to starting your style Tips, tricks and secrets in upstyling, including hiding hair and clips. Skills to create a range of upstyles Plaiting, various types Blowdrying to smooth the cuticle in preparing the hair How to grip and secure the hair and how to hide the clips Types of backcombing available, covers all types of hair Messy and set buns Occasional upstyles, using your preparation to transform and create a number of quick and easy styles that clients love Low or high chic styles Apply Now Express Your Interest Previous Course Next Course Ready to Take the Next Step? 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 night courses—flexible, practical evening learning options designed to upskill, progress your career, or learn something new. Dog Grooming 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 4 weeks Start Date & Time 5 November 2025 at 18:30:00 Weekly on Wednesday Hours per week 2.5 Price €80 Course Overiew The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the basics of dog grooming. This course will start with a theory class that provides an overview on the equipment involved in grooming and how to maintain it. This is followed by three practical classes that will demonstrate the process involved in a groom, introducing you to the different way to groom a variety of breed and coat types. You will also learn important elements related to housing a dog, a dog’s body language, the dog’s skin and possible skin disorders. This will be followed by three practical classes. Students are advised to apply early for this course as it tends to fill up quickly. Course Content Course Content Topics covered on this course include: Theory: equipment, grooming process, how to care for the dog throughout the groom, reading its body language Practical: The grooming process Wash and blow dries only (smooth coated dogs) How to groom dogs with double-coated fur, e.g., huskey, rough collie, German Shepherd, Bernese mountain dog De-shedding process, followed by wash and blast dry Brushing/combing/clipping of dogs How to groom dogs with curly coats, e.g., cockapoo, poodle, bichon frise Apply Now Express Your Interest Previous Course Next Course Ready to Take the Next Step? 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 night courses—flexible, practical evening learning options designed to upskill, progress your career, or learn something new. Oil Painting (All Levels) 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 14 October 2025 at 17:30:00 Weekly on Tuesdays Hours per week 2.5 Price €135 Course Overiew This course is suited to a wide range of participants. If you have never painted, you will find a supportive teaching environment in which to learn the basics. And yet others who have painted for years are welcome to join the class to benefit from the support of a group and a teacher to reignite their creative practice. You don't have to display any great artistic ability to join this class, simply an interest in exploring this painting medium in a fun, relaxed and encouraging environment. This is a step-by-step class taking the student from understanding their materials and how to use them, to producing various styles and themes of oil painting. The fee listed does not include a list of materials required for class which will be emailed to participants in advance of the course start date. Course Content Course Content Materials: types of brushes, student vs artist quality paints, different painting surfaces and painting mediums How to set up your palette How to mix paints, basic colour theory Understanding shapes, light, perspective Composition and the rule of thirds How to apply and manipulate paint to suit your style Apply Now Express Your Interest Previous Course Next Course Ready to Take the Next Step? 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 night courses—flexible, practical evening learning options designed to upskill, progress your career, or learn something new. Introduction to Interior Design 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 14 October 2025 at 17:30:00 Weekly on Tuesday Hours per week 2.5 Price €135 Course Overiew Unleash your creative side and begin an inspiring journey to transform interior spaces. Over this eight-week, practical course, you will design your very own mood board and learn about the psychology of colour and principles of spatial design. Course Content Course Content Week by week, you will cover the following topics: Elements and principles of design that are used to create harmonious interiors. Making design decisions based on the desired function, style and mood of the space. Spatial planning is to suit the intended function of the space. Selecting the best lighting for a room and the importance of ambient lighting. Psychology of colour and how to use it as a pivotal design tool. Decorative Textiles and Fabrics and their technical properties. Visual communication of your design concept through Mood Board creation. Positioning beautiful objects into perfectly planned and well-thought-out spaces. Apply Now Express Your Interest Previous Course Next Course Ready to Take the Next Step? 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 night courses—flexible, practical evening learning options designed to upskill, progress your career, or learn something new. Sugarcraft 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 14 October 2025 at 17:30:00 Weekly on Tuesday Hours per week 2.5 Price €145 Course Overiew This course will provide students with a basic introduction to the art of sugarcraft. It is aimed at those wishing to build on basic skills or those wanting to learn the skill from scratch. The course fee includes a dummy cake, but all other course materials must be purchased or provided by the student. The tutor will give you clear guidance on the first evening on what to buy. These include good quality fondant, marzipan, balling tools, flower paste, fondant smoothening tool, modelling foam mat, plastic rolling pin and a small paintbrush. All additional cutters etc. will be available in the school, but you are welcome to bring your own along. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to confidently ice a cake to a professional standard, pipe with a high level of precision and definition, create a variety of modelling flowers and much more. Course Content Course Content During this 8-week course, students will learn how to: Decorate a cake using fondant icing Apply marzipan Enhance piping skills, including writing on a cake The different pastes and their uses Lettering and sugar flowers The moulding of basic novelty cakes and decorations Apply Now Express Your Interest Previous Course Next Course Ready to Take the Next Step? 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 night courses—flexible, practical evening learning options designed to upskill, progress your career, or learn something new. MS Office 365 Basics 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 14 October 2025 at 17:30:00 Weekly on Tuesday Hours per week 2.5 Price €135 Course Overiew This course will provide users new to the MS Office 365 suite of applications with an overview of the range of functions and software available to them. Course Content Course Content This is an introductory course which will cover the following software available as part of the MS Office 365 package: MS Word MS Excel MS Outlook (email) OneDrive (cloud storage) MS Calendar Apply Now Express Your Interest Previous Course Next Course Ready to Take the Next Step? 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 night courses—flexible, practical evening learning options designed to upskill, progress your career, or learn something new. Introduction to Millinery: Headpieces and Fascinators 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 14 October 2025 at 17:30:00 Weekly on Tuesday Hours per week 2.5 Price €135 Course Overiew This exciting course introduces you to all the basic techniques to create your own fascinators & headpieces. You will learn how to work with Millinery materials like Sinamay, Veiling and Crin, creating different shapes and styles using patterns and finishing them off using feathers, flowers & embellishments, attaching them to combs and hairband to secure to your head. This course is for everyone, no previous experience is required. The course fee excludes the cost of materials. On the first evening, the tutor will provide advice on where to purchase materials and. Course Content Course Content The course starts with a with basic introduction to millinery and materials. You will learn how to work with a wide range of materials like: Sinamay Crin Veiling Feathers Flowers The Bias Strip Finally, you will develop patterns & basic sewing techniques for Millinery. Apply Now Express Your Interest Previous Course Next Course Ready to Take the Next Step? 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 night courses—flexible, practical evening learning options designed to upskill, progress your career, or learn something new. Basic Barbering Skills 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 6 weeks Start Date & Time 4 November 2025 at 18:30:00 Weekly on Tuesday Hours per week 2.5 Price €105 Course Overiew The barbering course will teach you everything you need to know to be able to develop basic barbering cutting skills. You will learn various cutting styles and techniques, with a full demonstration on how to use all the cutting tools and attachments. This course is suitable for anyone who wants to learn how to cut men's hair. This could be just for someone who wants to know how to cut hair at home or for students thinking about starting a career in barbering or upskilling. The tutor will provide you with advice on what tools and equipment you will need to be able to cut men's hair, including clippers with various attachments, scissors and cutting comb, cutting gown, water spray bottle, hair dryer and hairbrush for styling, optional styling products. If students have their own tools and equipment at home, there is no need to buy new ones as these can be bought as they grow in with confidence in using the cutting tools. Course Content Course Content Here's what will you learn each week: First, students will be shown how to use cutting tools and attachments. Each week students will be given a demonstration on various cutting techniques. From week two onwards, students will be encouraged to bring their own model to start building their confidence in using the cutting tools and this will hugely benefit their confidence to grow each week. What will I need to bring/buy for the course? Students will be asked to bring a model each week. This will ensure the students get the most out of the course. Bringing a model allows the student to demonstrate the skills that have been shown during class. This is not necessary but will hugely benefit the student. You will learn to use the following tools and equipment: Clippers with various attachments Scissors and cutting comb Hair dryer and hairbrush for styling Styling products Apply Now Express Your Interest Previous Course Next Course Ready to Take the Next Step? 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