Founded in 1981, Portobello Institute has unrivalled experience in providing intensive postleaving certificate training to students of all ages. All courses have been designed to meet the demands of wide and expanding industries where employment is ensured for successful graduates.

The college strives continuously to introduce new and exciting courses to our portfolio in order to meet with the ever changing requirements of the economy. Portobello is an impressive college situated within the heart of Dublin. The building is made up of bright and spacious classrooms which help promote a calm environment for learning.

The college atmosphere is friendly, enjoyable and one of relaxed learning. All our tutors are highly qualified and skilled. The college only selects tutors who have a multitude of work experience which can be called upon by the students in the form of effective careers advice. The college's standing is evident in the esteem of the Validating and Examining bodies who approve our premises, courses and our tutors.

The college has 5 faculties delivering a suite of exciting and interesting full and part time courses, namely;
1) Montessori and Special Needs
2) Creative Studies (make up artistry, fashion buying and merchandising, interior design)
3) Beauty Therapy
4) Sports Therapy & Health Related Fitness
5) Business & Travel and Tourism Courses.

Throughout the years students have been rewarded with very successful careers. They have won many awards both here and internationally and through the college have taken part in many high profile events. Portobello Institute hold open days and evenings throughout the year. Come and see our facilities for yourself, have a walk around our fully equipped make-up and design rooms and talk to the tutors who could someday be teaching you...

Contact us for further information or to request one of our brochures where our dedicated course advisors would be happy to assist you.