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    AI Technology for Everyday Use

    The flagship LUGHa course. Twelve weekly sessions that take you from cautious to confident with AI — no technical background needed, no jargon, no pressure.

    Register for Autumn 2026

    12 weekly sessions

    2 hours each, live on Zoom and recorded

    Small groups

    8 to 10 people, minimum 5 for a group to run

    Fees

    €350 retired or student · €450 individual · €850 employer-funded

    What this course is about

    Ten core sessions, bookended by an orientation and a wrap-up. One clear skill per session, practised in simple steps, with time to apply it in between.

    You'll cover digital confidence and safety, what AI really is and where its limits are, writing good instructions, working with documents and images, and building small helpers you can reuse. Everything is taught with everyday examples.

    It's for anyone who can send an email and use a laptop. Across cohorts so far the course has an average recommendation score of 9.6 out of 10, and the material is refreshed for every run.

    Autumn 2026 dates

    • Wednesday group: 4–6 pm Irish time, from 30 September to 16 December
    • Friday group: 9–11 am Irish time, from 2 October to 18 December
    • Every session recorded, so a missed week is never a lost week
    • Payment is collected after week three

    You won't be asked to

    • Write code or learn technical jargon
    • Buy expensive subscriptions — every tool used has a free tier
    • Keep up with anyone else; the pace is set for the group

    Calm, patient teaching that starts wherever you are.

    Your 12-Week Learning Journey

    10 core sessions, bookended by a pre-session and a wrap-up. One clear skill per session, practised in simple steps, with time to apply it in between.

    Technology Toolkit

    All tools used have free tiers. Paid subscriptions are optional.

    • AI assistants such as Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini
    • Simple automation and integration tools
    • Creative, productivity, and security helpers, including credentials management
    • Curated resources and community support for continued learning

    Learning Outcomes

    • Confidence using AI safely in everyday life, with stronger security, privacy, and verification habits
    • Practical workflows for learning, planning, research, and routine tasks, tailored to your needs
    • Clear ethical boundaries and human judgement — knowing what to delegate and what to keep firmly human

    The Promise to You

    Each week you'll leave with skills you can use immediately and a clearer sense of confidence. Technology should work for you, not the other way around — this course is calm, practical, and people-centred, building genuine capability without pressure or hype.

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    What previous participants say

    What People Are Saying

    Hear from participants who have transformed their relationship with AI technology.

    “John's technical background and expert understanding and passion on how AI can make a positive contribution to society makes him the perfect…”

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    JJ

    Business Coach, Ireland

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    “Fantastic content, delivered by a passionate, knowledgeable facilitator who evolved the content as AI developed through the course. I work i…”

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    Kieran

    Systems/Software Engineering Director, Galway

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    “As an accountant, this course gave me clarity and confidence in how AI can be practically applied in my role. It stripped away the hype and…”

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    Mike

    Accountant, Galway

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    “After fifteen years in tech I've completed plenty of AI courses, and most don't stick. LUGHa's AI Tech for Everyday Use is different. It's g…”

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    Chrissie

    Product Manager, Galway

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    “Having worked in technology all my career, I'm now retired. Prior to taking the course, I used AI very little, mainly as an enhanced search…”

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    Ken

    Tech Exec (Retired), Ireland

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    “This is an outstanding course. It outshines any other AI course currently on offer. It is presented in modules that build up a comprehensive…”

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    Deirdre

    Psychotherapist (Retired), Spain

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    “John makes AI approachable with expertly crafted, user-focused modules. His creativity and curiosity shine through in the everyday examples…”

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    Niamh

    Product Manager, Ireland

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    “I concur with Andrea here. An excellent AI course from John Mannion at @Lugha which really opened my eyes to what's possible. Thanks John an…”

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    Catherine

    Software Engineering Manager, Ireland

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    “Although I'm not new to AI, I found the Lugha 10 week course with John extremely valuable. Going back to the basics helped strengthen my fou…”

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    Rohini

    Product Manager, Ireland

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    “Just wrapped up a brilliant AI course with John Mannion at LUGHa — 2 hours a week for 10 weeks. John is super engaging and really knows his…”

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    Scrum Master, Ireland

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    Autumn 2026 enrollment is open

    Pick the Wednesday or Friday group and secure your place. Payment isn't collected until after week three.

    Register for Autumn 2026