40th anniversary and certificate celebrations at Waterford's WYTEC

40th anniversary and certificate celebrations at Waterford's WYTEC

WYTEC celebrated its 40th anniversary with a presentation of certificates by Mayor of Waterford Cllr Jason Murphy, to Hospitality Skills and Catering Skills trainees, also included are, Rebecca Ryan, Manager, Richie Grant, Susan Hennessy, Catherine O'Donnell and Danny Murphy, Chairperson. Photo: Joe Evans

Waterford Youth Training and Education Centre (WYTEC), which celebrated 40 years in existence, held a Presentation of Certificates Awards Ceremony on November 20 for past and present learners, marking both auspicious occasions on the same day. 

The awards were presented by Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr Jason Murphy.

WYTEC celebrated its 40th anniversary with a presentation of certificates by Mayor of Waterford Cllr Jason Murphy, to Office Skills trainees, also included are, Rebecca Ryan, Manager, Richie Grant, Community Training Officer, Danny Murphy, Chairperson, and Catherine O'Donnell. Photo: Joe Evans
WYTEC celebrated its 40th anniversary with a presentation of certificates by Mayor of Waterford Cllr Jason Murphy, to Office Skills trainees, also included are, Rebecca Ryan, Manager, Richie Grant, Community Training Officer, Danny Murphy, Chairperson, and Catherine O'Donnell. Photo: Joe Evans

WYTEC provides training and education to young people aged 16-21 years, giving priority to young unemployed people. There is a continuous intake of learners in the centre.

Learners on the day received certification in the following areas: Employability Skills at QQI Level 3 in Practical Skills, Hospitality Skills and Catering Skills; Retail Skills at QQI Level 4; General Learning at QQI Level 4; and Office Skills at QQI Level 4.

Retail Skills trainees pictured with Sinead Cronin, Rebecca Ryan, Manager, Susan Sheahan, Development Officer, Danny Murphy, Chairperson, and Mayor of Waterford Cllr Jason Murphy. Photo: Joe Evans
Retail Skills trainees pictured with Sinead Cronin, Rebecca Ryan, Manager, Susan Sheahan, Development Officer, Danny Murphy, Chairperson, and Mayor of Waterford Cllr Jason Murphy. Photo: Joe Evans

The learners received these certificates after fully completing or partially completing the following courses available at WYTEC: Hospitality Skills Course at QQI Level 3; Practical Construction Skills Course at QQI Level 3; Pathway to Employment Course at QQI Level 4; Practical Catering at QQI Level 3; Retail Skills at QQI Level 4; Office Skills QQI Level 4; and Linked Work Experience (Deciding Your Future). 

A very enjoyable and memorable day was had by all. 

Pathway to Employment trainees pictured with Paddy Mitchell, Rebecca Ryan, Manager, Susan Sheahan, Development Officer, Danny Murphy, Chairperson, and Mayor of Waterford Cllr Jason Murphy. Photo: Joe Evans
Pathway to Employment trainees pictured with Paddy Mitchell, Rebecca Ryan, Manager, Susan Sheahan, Development Officer, Danny Murphy, Chairperson, and Mayor of Waterford Cllr Jason Murphy. Photo: Joe Evans

WWETB was represented by Susan Sheahan, Development Officer, and Richard Grant, Community Training Officer. Also attending the ceremony on the day were WYTEC’s Board of Management, Chairperson Danny Murphy, Martin Stockdale and Dorothea Keating. Representatives from surrounding schools and supporting services were also in attendance.

Practical Skills trainees, pictured with John Howe, Rebecca Ryan, Manager, Susan Sheahan, Development Officer, Danny Murphy, Chairperson, and Mayor of Waterford Cllr Jason Murphy. Photo: Joe Evans
Practical Skills trainees, pictured with John Howe, Rebecca Ryan, Manager, Susan Sheahan, Development Officer, Danny Murphy, Chairperson, and Mayor of Waterford Cllr Jason Murphy. Photo: Joe Evans

Rebecca Ryan, Manager, WYTEC, congratulated all learners who received well-deserved awards on the day. QQI major award and component awards were received by 53 past and current learners.

WYTEC recruit young people for their courses on a continuous intake basis. Call Rebecca Ryan or Betty Guilfoyle on 051 873358 or visit their website on www.wytec.ie or message via Facebook for more information.

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