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Recent press releases

Coleg Sir Gâr’s construction team hosted the Welsh heat of a bricklaying competition which was organised by the Guild of Bricklayers.

A student working with bricks with the competition in the background

The Youth Access Programme has helped Libby Bowen propel her studies from minimal school attendance to winning a gold medal for inclusive skills food preparation at the Welsh final of Skills Competition Wales.

Libby holding her medal with a ISEiW branding behind her

A member of staff at Coleg Sir Gâr has been inspiring her colleagues and students by raising awareness of a cause that tragically took the life of her own son.

Rebecca Sellick standing next to Helen Yates who is wearing Purple Day branding

Coleg Sir Gâr and Coleg Ceredigion students collectively won 23 medals at the Welsh final of Skills Competition Wales which was held at Swansea Arena.

the presenter on stage talking in the Wales final

At Coleg Ceredigion, we offer a wide range of Health, Social Care, and Childcare courses designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to progress into your dream role—whether that’s through a degree or directly into employment.

A lecturer with a student demonstrating on a baby learning mannequin

A former Olympic swimmer volunteered his time to inspire newly appointed sports ambassadors at Coleg Sir Gâr, in partnership with Youth Sport Trust and the college’s Active Wellbeing team.

Group of the ambassadors and staff pictured at Graig reception

Apprenticeships are a powerful way for businesses in Wales to invest in their future workforce. With a growing skills gap across various industries, employers are turning to apprenticeships to develop talent tailored to their specific needs.

Student with employer on construction site

A-Level students with an interest in the healthcare sector, got an insight into studying psychology with a visit to Swansea University, as part of the college’s Medical Field Programme partnership.

Two girls embarking on a psychology test preparing to walk on a sheet to identify colours and words

Llanelli Photographic Society has been working with Coleg Sir Gâr students in a photography competition which resulted in the society presenting five awards at the college.

Winning students holding up their artwork with lecturer Simon and two people from the photo society

Carmarthen School of Art at Coleg Sir Gâr is inviting former foundation art and design students and former lecturers to take part in the course’s 60th anniversary.

An abstract art piece with FAD 60 written on (it's a screenshot of the video)

Karen Round had been out of education for some years before she decided to embark on a social studies degree at Coleg Sir Gâr.

Karen wearing a mauve top and black cardigan with a plain background looking at the camera

Art and design students at Coleg Sir Gâr are collaborating with Carmarthenshire County Council’s Transforming Tyisha project to create vibrant, community-inspired mural art for the area.

A montage of work, hands laying prints and so on with some old photos (probably early 1900s) of shops in Llanelli

A Coleg Ceredigion professional cookery student has had his risotto recipe featured on the Riso Gallo website.

Finn standing with chefs wearing a competition medal

Students from Coleg Ceredigion showcased their creative talents as part of the vibrant Gŵyl Cariad Festival, collaborating with local shops to create stunning window displays that celebrate the spirit of the event.

Student outside a shop window in Aberystwyth town

Ben has been a dedicated and hardworking learner throughout his carpentry education. Home schooling provided him with a unique and hands-on learning experience, where woodworking with his father nurtured his love for craftsmanship.

Ben Jenkins and Principal Andrew Cornish