Minister Cannon opens South Galway Education Centre [education.ie]
- Published: 16 May 2011
The Minister for Training and Skills, Ciaran Cannon TD, today opened the South Galway Education Centre, Gort, Co. Galway.
The project is the final part of the refurbishment of the old Vocational School.
The first stage was completed in 2008.
The new section, the main part of the building comprising two stories, was developed in partnership between the VEC and South Galway Education Group.
The South Galway Education Centre will provide a wide range of courses for 300 local learners including adult literacy, community education, the Back to Education Initiative (BTEI) as well as evening classes.
The Adult Education Guidance Service and an advocacy service for young people are also available in the centre.
Speaking at the Centre, Minister Cannon said he was delighted to be invited to the event.
"I wish to pay tribute to all involved for their huge commitment and dedication.
"The opening of this centre presents a great opportunity for education in Gort and the surrounding areas.
"The courses provided are designed to enhance the participant’s personal and employment skills - to give them the necessary tools to enter or re-enter the labour market.
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