Is your Community Group planning any learning activities for the Spring?
Co. Wicklow VEC’s Community Education Programme is currently accepting application from Community Groups to provide locally based educational opportunities for adults who otherwise would not be in a position to access these opportunities. Community groups, not individuals make applications to the Community Education Programme.
Funding is provided for tutor’s fees.
Download the Application Form | Group Application Guidelines
DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS FRIDAY 23rd DECEMBER
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Forthcoming Community Education Courses
Do you have a Passion for Fashion? New part-time course starting in Blessington.
First Steps in Fashion Design - An introductory course starting in Wicklow on Thursday evenings.
Interested in sculpture or art? New part-time course starting in Tinahely.
We are also planning to run a Community Fitness Programme in Arklow and Blessington, if you are interested, please contact us.
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What is Community Education?
The Community Education Programme is one of a suite of adult education programmes provided by Co. Wicklow VEC. It supports community groups to develop learning activities that respond to the needs of their members and their communities.
Developing relevant educational programmes may involve the Community Education facilitator working with groups to identify needs, to source funding and to plan and evaluate projects.
The overall aim of the Community Education Programme is to support initiatives that tackle social exclusion and rural isolation.
Advice & Support: The Community Education Facilitator can advise on courses, accreditation, finding tutors etc.
Course Development: If you wish to develop your own course, the Community Education Facilitator will work with you providing support and technical assistance.
Funding: Groups can apply for funding for education programmes and courses. Generally, the Community Education Programme funds tutor costs. The Community Education Facilitator can also advise on other sources of funding.
Back to Education Initiative: The Community Education Service offers assistance to groups to apply for BTEI funding, or we can apply on your behalf.
Brenda Delaney - Community Education Facilitator | Tel: 0404 32650 | 087 641 0866 | Email bdelaney@wicklowvec.ie
Mary Mooty - Community Education Resource Worker | Tel: 0404 32574 | 086 0460510 | Email: mmooty@wicklowvec.ie