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Full-Time Courses

Build your skills for a better future with a full-time course at Donegal College. Whether starting out, changing careers, or building new skills, you’ll find the right opportunity to suit your needs.

Gain recognised qualifications such as QQI, City & Guilds, and industry-specific certifications. Match your interests and skills needs to a whole host of course categories, such as business, healthcare, technology, construction, creative arts, and more.

With expert tutors, small class groups and a supportive environment, you’ll gain the confidence and skills to take your next big step, right here in Donegal.

Part-Time Courses

Flexible learning that fits your life. Donegal College’s part-time courses are built around your schedule—ideal for those balancing work, family, or other commitments. With classes available in the mornings, afternoons, and evenings, and locations dotted across the county, it’s never been easier to learn on your terms. From accounts to social media, healthcare to welding and much more, you’ll find recognised courses that help you grow your skills without putting life on hold.

Apprenticeship Programmes

Earn while you learn. Donegal College offers a range of apprenticeship programmes that combine practical, on-the-job training with classroom learning. Apprenticeships available in areas such as construction, electrical, engineering and more which give you real experience, recognised qualifications, and a direct path into skilled employment—right across Donegal.

Agriculture and Horticulture
Construction
Electrical
Engineering
Finance
Hospitality
ICT
Logistics
Biopharma
Hairdressing
Healthcare
Insurance
Sales
Recruitment
Motor
Property Services

For Business

Helping Donegal businesses grow and succeed.

Community Education

Local learning and training opportunities in your area.

Adult Literacy Service

Courses to support literacy, numeracy, and digital skills.

Youthreach

Practical learning & support for early school leavers.

Learn English (ESOL)

English classes for speakers of other languages.

Real Students, Real Results!

While the focus for most of us on the course was achieving the D licence, there were lots of extras like First Aid, Tourism Visitor Care and Gluais training which I found very useful when I went looking for a job as I had more than just the D licence to offer to an employer.

Dylan Robinson

Qualified Tour Bus Driver, Driving With Tourism Graduate,

“I couldn’t recommend further education and training with Donegal College enough as it provides a great way back into education, to further education or to get a job.”

Shannon Shelby Driscoll

Qualified Teacher and Early Childhood Care and Education Graduate

“I thought there was never a chance for me to go and do nursing. I left school early because I became a mum at a young age and I didn’t have a Leaving Certificate. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone.”

Elaine Tinney

Tertiary Degree Access Route into General Nursing (B.Sc. Hons) Recent Graduate

“The support started from the reception, when you come to Donegal College it is a special atmosphere.”

Yuliia Vaniukova

ACCA Graduate

“With a small class we were able to get comfortable around each other and we were never afraid to ask a question.”

Miranda Darnell

Animal Care Graduate

“It has brought me on so much to believe that any of us are capable of something in the right environment and with people supporting you.”

Lisa Doherty

Pathway to Special Needs Assisting and Early Learning Studies, Graduate

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