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Laura Dawn Blewitt

Laura Dawn Blewitt

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    💜 Writer & healer 🌿 Nature lover, creator & artist 💫 Passionate about soul magic

  • Education

    • Irish Institute of Training and Development

      2019 - 2020
      QQI Level 6 "Train The Trainer" Workforce Development and Training Distinction

      IITD Professional Practice Certificate in Training & Development(QQI Level 6) Special Purpose Award in Training and Development – (6S3372)Module 1 - Training Needs Identification & Design – (QQI Level 6 Component Award 6N3325) Background and context of training and development (T & D).Organisational context of T & D.Adult learning theory.Systematic training and Instructional Systems Design (ISD).Training needs identification and analysis.Training… Show more IITD Professional Practice Certificate in Training & Development(QQI Level 6) Special Purpose Award in Training and Development – (6S3372)Module 1 - Training Needs Identification & Design – (QQI Level 6 Component Award 6N3325) Background and context of training and development (T & D).Organisational context of T & D.Adult learning theory.Systematic training and Instructional Systems Design (ISD).Training needs identification and analysis.Training plans.Training design and development.Module 2 - Training Delivery and Evaluation – (QQI Level 6 Component Award 6N3226) Role and competences of the trainer.Preparing for training delivery.Training delivery.Assessment of learning.Training evaluation. Show less

    • LCETB

      2017 - 2018
      QQI Level 5 Certificate in Art, Craft and Design Art/Art Studies, General Distinction

      Modules:PaintingPhotographyGraphic DesignDrawingCeramicsBatik

    • The Organic College

      2016 - 2017
      QQI Level 5 in (Organic) Horticulture Horticultural Science Distinction

      Activities and Societies: Modules: Organic Standards and Principles (5N2550) Fruit and Vegetable Production (5N2552) Soil Science and Growing Media (5N2530) Plant Protection (5N2546) Plant Science (5N2528) Plant Identification and Use (5N2527) Applied Permaculture (5N1553) Communications (5N0690) Work Practice (5N1433)

    • The Learning Curve

      2015 - 2015
      QQI Level 5 Minor Award in Community Addiction Studies Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling Merit

      Studies involving community addiction. Drug and alcohol addictionsFactors contributing to addiction, harm reduction, trends, media and interventions

    • ECollege

      2015 - 2015
      ECDL Computer Software and Media Applications 100%

      ECDL Computer EssentialsECDL Online EssentialsECDL Word Processing (Microsoft Word)ECDL Spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel)ECDL Using Databases (Microsoft Access)ECDL Presentation (Microsoft Powerpoint)ECDL IT Security

    • CMIT

      2011 - 2011
      QQI Level 6 in Supervisory Management Skills Operations Management and Supervision Merit

    • CMIT

      2010 - 2010
      QQI Level 6 Business Management Business Administration and Management, General Merit

    • Littlehampton Community College

      1998 - 2000
      High School 'A' Level See below

      General Studies (B).Maths (D), Physics (D), French (D),

    • Littlehampton Community School

      1993 - 1998
      High School GCSE Level

      English (AA), Science (AA), Mathematics (B), Art (A), History (A), Food Technology (A), French (B), German (B)

    • Munster Technological University

      2022 -
      Foundation degree Art Therapy/Therapist

      Activities and Societies: This course provides an opportunity to find out more about art therapy, exploring the history of Art Therapy and its theoretical underpinning through an extensive lecture programme. An opportunity is provided, through experiential workshops to experience and reflect on the process of Art Therapy within a group setting. Seminars, journaling and essay writing challenge participants to develop the practice of reflecting on their experiential learning and relating it to theory. The Certificate in Principles of Art Therapy (level 8, 10 credits) offers an introduction to the core principles of Art Therapy – boundaries, the image, self-inquiry, process and the triangular relationship. Through experiential workshops, lectures and seminars, the course aims to provide a deeper understanding of the art therapy process.

    • Cork Institute of Technology

      2018 - 2019
      QQI Level 9 - Special Purpose Award Creativity and Change Distinction

      In the Creativity & Change programme, we believe that creative engagement can support transformative learning experiences that connect the head, hand and heart and nurture competencies of global citizens that are important for the sustainable future of our world.

    • National University of Ireland, Galway

      2019 - 2020
      QQI Level 8 Diploma in Technology Enhanced Learning (eLearning) 2:1

      The Diploma in Technology Enhanced Learning is specifically targeted at practitioners managers and leaders who have an interest in exploring and leveraging the opportunities of incorporating digital learning practice and strategy in their professional contexts (e.g. in the areas of Teaching and Learning, Learning and Development, Change Management and Strategic Leadership).Through hands-on activities, this course introduces participants to the design, development, delivery and… Show more The Diploma in Technology Enhanced Learning is specifically targeted at practitioners managers and leaders who have an interest in exploring and leveraging the opportunities of incorporating digital learning practice and strategy in their professional contexts (e.g. in the areas of Teaching and Learning, Learning and Development, Change Management and Strategic Leadership).Through hands-on activities, this course introduces participants to the design, development, delivery and evaluation of Technology Enhanced Learning course; coordination and management of flexible learning development; and the development of online learning strategic plans. Show less

    • Department of International Development - Maynooth University

      2014 - 2016
      QQI Level 9 - Postgraduate Diploma in Development Studies Development Economics and International Development Merit

      The Postgraduate Degree in International Development is a taught Masters’ level programme designed to prepare participants for work in international development in a community, local government, youth/adult education, or NGO setting. It offers learners an opportunity to explore contemporary theories of social change and development and to analyse development policies and practices. It builds skills, especially in relation to critical reflection, research, leadership and working with groups and… Show more The Postgraduate Degree in International Development is a taught Masters’ level programme designed to prepare participants for work in international development in a community, local government, youth/adult education, or NGO setting. It offers learners an opportunity to explore contemporary theories of social change and development and to analyse development policies and practices. It builds skills, especially in relation to critical reflection, research, leadership and working with groups and in the planning, management and evaluation of development projects. Show less

    • University of Greenwich

      2000 - 2003
      BA in Economics and Law Law 2:1

      BA (Hons) Economics and Law (2:1)

  • Experience

    • Mater Misericordiae University Hospital

      May 2008 - Nov 2013

      ∑ Up-to-date with developments in the Code of Practice, HTM’s GMP and ISO standards.∑ Organisation of work flow in production areas. ∑ Monitoring of tracker system.∑ Regular checking of batch printouts/graphs.∑ Monitoring of processes and carrying out random quality sampling.∑ Assistance with decontamination equipment validation tests.∑ Updating and creating technical documents.∑ Communication with staff and end users regarding priorities/timescales etc.∑ Provide feedback on issues within a reasonable timeframe. ∑ Ability to maintain production in the absence of or using limited IT/decontamination equipment∑ Active involvement with software updates of computer and database systems. ∑ Successfully troubleshooting issues with IT equipment. ∑ Participation in PC maintenance, system upgrades and staff IT training. ∑ Allocation and monitoring staff levels in production areas, including arranging overtime staff.∑ Daily completion and monitoring of attendance sheets. ∑ Current participation in staff training including staff induction, technical demonstrations, staff assessments and training records sign-off.∑ Continuous monitoring of production areas, turnaround times and staffing requirements. ∑ Regular completion of admin/management duties for example: salaries, HR reports, allocations, stock/non-stock ordering, requisitions etc.∑ Monitoring and ensuring sufficient levels of consumables and resources for production. ∑ Regular preparation of audit reports and operator/production analysis.∑ Regularly take charge of the department in the absence of management.∑ Maintaining open communication with technicians regarding outstanding issues.∑ Demonstrated ability to problem-solve.∑ Ability to report and prioritise breakdowns and faults to the correct people, either in-house or externally. Demonstrated ability to manage and troubleshoot issues with IT/decontamination equipment oneself.∑ Processing of new (loan) instrument in the department. Show less ∑ Ability to use initiative, improving the department (PDF docs for BCM, Screen shots, system upgrades , automatic printing of TD, solving of departmental IT issues).∑ Working with IT, producing reports, including work in progress, attendance, interpreting management information producing charts.∑ Report/deal with any issues surrounding production.∑ Handle queries regarding processing, take messages, minutes of meetings.∑ Informing staff of fast track items and contributing to the smooth processing of such items, ensuring contact with users.∑ Managing the office, ensuring records are maintained, attendance reports completed, office supplies are available and appropriate information is provided to staff.∑ Quality initiatives – Technical Documents, PC software support docs for staff.∑ Assist management with reports, audit preparation and projects etc. Show less

      • CSSD Supervisor

        Oct 2009 - Nov 2013

      • CSSD Administrator

        May 2008 - Oct 2009

    • Traveller

      Nov 2013 - Mar 2014
      SE Asia Trip

      Organised and budgeted for a solo trip around Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia for 3+ months.Freelance Photography

    • Camara Education Ltd.

      Apr 2014 - Jul 2014
      Intern

      Creating client’s profiles, monitoring and maintaining Salesforce database Issuing of acknowledgment certificates/letters for donations via SalesforceOrganising shipments of IT equipmentOpen Source Software, using Ubuntu Operating Systems and LibreOffice

    • Viatores Christi

      Apr 2016 - Sept 2016
      Project Assistant

      VC Volunteers are an Irish non-profit organisation who specialise in the training & placing of Irish Volunteers in the developing world.

    • Freelance

      Sept 2016 - now
      Freelance Writer, Digital Content Creator, Explorer and Healer

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Life Coaching Certificate

      Mindstream
      Jan 2019

    • Adobe Certified Associate in Graphic Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator

      Apr 2016
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    • Adobe Certified Associate in Visual Communication Using Adobe Photoshop

      Adobe
      Jan 2016
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    • Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing

      Digital Marketing Institute
      Aug 2016
      View certificate certificate

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Photographer, Graphic Designer, Community Development

      Issued by ATD Fourth World on Mar 2014
      ATD Fourth WorldAssociated with Laura Dawn Blewitt

    • Community Garden Volunteer

      Issued by Santry Community Garden on Apr 2015
      Santry Community GardenAssociated with Laura Dawn Blewitt

    • Support Volunteer

      Issued by Limerick Mental Health Association on Apr 2019
      Limerick Mental Health AssociationAssociated with Laura Dawn Blewitt