Interview Skills Workshop

A big thanks to Elaine from Fastrack to Information Technology (FIT) who delivered a very interesting Interview Skills Workshop to trainees from the Work Experience Group last week. We look forward to having Elaine back in the centre at the end of the month. 

Welcome Work Experience Students

We would like to welcome and thank the students currently on work experience in the centre - Laura Casey from the Marino Institute of Education for two weeks, Olivia Byrne, Ryan Hennessy and Lauren McNulty from Sligo I.T. for thirteen weeks, and Ross Maher from Sligo College of Further Education for 2 weeks.

Past Trainee Feedback

I recently conducted interviews with two past trainees and asked them a set of questions, the results are below:

Looking back at your time spent in the centre, what did you most enjoy?

"I enjoyed the friendly atmosphere, the good buzz and energy and constantly doing new things." - Bethany
"I enjoyed the open atmosphere right from the start, everyone was very friendly." - Ross

What was it like in the centre?

"It's a lovely place, the staff are brilliant, constant good energy." - Bethany
"It's very relaxed atmosphere while keeping the focus on education." - Ross

What would you say to people interested in joining?

"It's a great choice, great place to learn and meet new people." - Bethany
"I'd say consider it, it's really worth it." - Ross

Have you noticed any personal improvements?

"I'm a more confident and outgoing person because of Sligo CTC." - Bethany
"I'm alot more open now, I used to be shy but now I'm more confident." - Ross

What did you achieve since you left?

"I achieved a Fetac Level 5 and recently got a full time job in hairdressing." - Bethany 
"Since leaving I've done about 6 months of link work after that I went to a PLC course in Software Development in Sligo College of Further Education." - Ross

Work Experience Module

My name is Andrew and I am doing the Computer course in the centre. I recently completed the Work Experience module with Janell.  The purpose of this module is to provide learners with the knowledge, skills and competencies to perform effectively within a working environment. This module begins with preparation for work experience.  I started the personal profile by identifying my personal details, qualities, education and qualifications, interests and career ambitions.  I developed a Curriculum Vitae and cover letter.  As part of this module I had to complete 5 days work experience and I choose Sligo Supply Centre as it suited my interests.   From this placement I gained knowledge and experience in file management, market research, data entry along with going out on deliveries and working in a team environment.

In summary I found this module interesting and it gave me an opportunity to get a work placement, as I had no previous employment it was great to have on my CV.  I am currently still attending 2 days work placement as I really get a sense of accomplishment and purpose from it.  This module also gave me the opportunity to look at possible future training to progress my learning and career.  It helped me decide that I would like a future career in software development.   I would recommend to anyone interested in starting a course in Sligo CTC to take the opportunity of doing the work experience module.