How To Get A Degree In Education In Laois

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1 Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board Further Education Courses in County Laois September 2014 June 2015 Further Education Service

2 Venues in County Laois Abbeyleix Further Education Centre Mountmellick Further Education Centre Portlaoise Further Education Centre Portarlington Further Education Centre Portlaoise College Institute of Further Education Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board Further Education Service Excellence through Education

3 Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board Bord Oideachais agus Oiliúna Laois agus Uíbh Fhailí Adult Education Courses in County Laois Adult Literacy Page 2 QQI/FETAC Qualifications Framework Page 5 QQI/FETAC Level 3 Page 8 QQI/FETAC Level 4 Page 10 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & 6 Awards Full Level 5 and 6 Certificates in: Art & Digital Media Arts Art, Craft & Design Furniture Design & Making Beauty Therapy Hairdressing Business Studies/e-Business Business Management Accounting Technician Childcare Community Care Healthcare Support Nursing Studies Social Studies Page 11 Community Development Health & Fitness Information Technology Applied Science Security Studies & Criminology Marketing with e-business Inclusive Education & Training Youthreach Page 27 Leaving Cert Subjects Page 28 Vocational Training Opportunity Scheme Page 28 Post Leaving Certificate Courses Page 29 Skills for Work Programme Page 30 Community Education Page 31 Adult Educational Guidance Service Page 31 Laois Third Level Centre Page 32 Links to Third Level Page 33 Hobby & Leisure Courses Page 34 Enrolment See page 36 Courses are offered on full or part time basis. See inside or contact us for more details

4 Adult Literacy Service Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board provides an Adult Literacy and Basic Education Service for adults throughout Laois and Offaly who wish to improve their reading, writing, spelling, maths or computer skills. This Service is free and confidential and is provided by trained tutors. Both one to one and group tuition are available. English language courses are available for people who wish to learn English as a second language. 2

5 Adult Literacy Service Courses One To One Tuition Tuition is given on an individual basis to adults who need to improve reading and writing skills. It is confidential and arranged at a time that suits the learner morning, afternoon or evening for 1 2 hours per week Literacy Classes Improving reading, writing and spelling in small groups Intensive Spelling and Grammar Programmes Mechanics of English An opportunity to revisit all aspects of punctuation, spelling and grammar from basic to advanced levels Sounds Write Linguistic Phonics Programme Improve your reading and spelling skills by focusing on the 43 sounds in the English language and learning the letters and combinations of letters that represent those sounds Introduction to Information Technology This course is for those who have no prior knowledge or experience using computers. It teaches the basics of computers, internet & General Learning programme QQI/FETAC Level 1 & 2 Core modules are Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking, Basic Maths and Computer Skills General Learning Programme, Information and Communication Technologies & Employability Skills QQI/FETAC Level 3 include Communications, Personal & Interpersonal Skills, Maths, Career Preparation, Word Processing, Computer Literacy and Internet & Give Maths a Go This course teaches the practical use of maths in everyday life Intensive Tuition in Adult Basic Education (ITABE) An intensive 14 week literacy programme focused on accelerated learning Including Literacy, Numeracy, Information Technology Family Learning Programmes Storysacks, Kindermusik, English Language Support and Cookery English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes Language and Literacy, Beginner Level English, QQI/FETAC Level 3 English (Elementary Level). See page 9 also. Junior & Leaving Cert Junior and Leaving Certificate English Dyslexia Workshops Workshops designed to assist and support people with dyslexia, including an introduction to various assistive technology packages Dyslexia Adult Screening Test Students may avail of this service by appointment Skills for Work Programme A workplace training programme offering those who are employed the opportunity to enhance their communications, maths and computer skills. See page 30 for further details Contact us for more details Kathleen Dunne, Adult Literacy Organiser on

6 Back to Education Junior and Leaving Certificate QQI/FETAC Awards / BTEI Options The Back to Education Initiative (BTEI) provides further education programmes for young people and adults. Part BTEI funding for course fees is provided for students with less than a Leaving Certificate or who hold a medical card or who are in receipt of approved Social Welfare benefits e.g. Jobseekers Allowance/Benefit, Disability Allowance, Carers Allowance etc. for Junior Cert/Leaving Cert/QQI/FETAC Programmes. All fees are based on BTEI eligibility. 4

7 National Framework of Qualifications QQI/FETAC Explained The courses outlined in this section are all linked to the National Framework of Qualifications below. This table gives you a quick guide to the QQI/FETAC Levels we deliver and what they equate to. Levels Equivalents QQI/FETAC Level 6 First Year in Third Level QQI/FETAC Level 5 Leaving Certificate Programme Year 2 QQI/FETAC Level 4 Leaving Certificate Programme Year 1 QQI/FETAC Level 3 Junior Certificate QQI/FETAC Level 1 & 2 Basic Education The National Framework of Qualifications was introduced in 2003 as a system of 10 Levels. The 10 Levels incorporate all levels of learning, from the very initial stages to the most advanced. Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board offers QQI/FETAC Level 1 6 courses. The following is a breakdown of the Levels and their comparisons: On 6 November 2012, Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) was established as a new integrated agency (replacing the Further Education and Training Awards Council, the Higher Education and Training Awards Council and the National Qualifications Authority of Ireland and incorporating the functions of the Irish Universities Quality Board). 5

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9 QQI/FETAC Awards QQI/FETAC Level 3 page page Internet Skills & Word Processing...8 Digital Media Communications & Personal Effectiveness Employability Skills Woodwork Junior Certificate English Personal & Interpersonal Skills Maths Career Preparation Leaving Certificate English English for Speakers of Other Languages The Cambridge First Certificate in English QQI/FETAC Level 4 page page Employability Skills...10 General Learning...10 Computer Skills...10 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards Art & Digital Media...11 Arts...12 Art, Craft & Design...12 Advanced Art...13 Furniture Design & Making...13 Beauty Therapy...14 Hairdressing...15 Senior Trades Hairdressing...15 Business Studies...16 Business Administration & IT...16 E-business with Marketing...17 Business Administration...17 Business Management with Advanced IT...18 Accounting Technician First Year & Second Year...18 Childhood Studies with Science Skills...10 Information Technology Skills...10 page Special Needs Assistant...19 Early Childhood Care & Education with Montessori...19 Early Childhood Care & Education...20 Supervision in Childcare...20 Community Care...21 Healthcare Support...21 Nursing Studies...22 Applied Social Studies...22 Community Development...23 Health & Fitness Leisure Management...23 Health & Fitness Sports Coaching...24 Information Technology...24 Applied Science...25 Security Studies & Criminology...25 Inclusive Education & Training

10 QQI/FETAC Level 3 QQI/FETAC Level 3 Internet Skills & Word Processing This course will provide the learner with the tools necessary to go online to find information and send s, while also learning the functions available in a word processing application to generate documents. Venue: Portlaoise Further Education Centre Abbeyleix Further Education Centre Frequency Mon 10am 12.30pm, Tue 10am 12.30pm QQI/FETAC Level 3 Digital Media This course aims to provide the learner with the ability to use digital media devices. Venue: Portlaoise Further Education Centre Frequency One morning / afternoon / evening from Sept May QQI/FETAC Level 3 Communications & Personal Effectiveness This course will equip the learner with a range of communication skills for use in social, personal and work life and to encourage the learner to have the confidence to use these skills in their daily lives. Venue: Portlaoise Further Education Centre Frequency Tuesday 10am 12.30pm QQI/FETAC Level 3 Woodwork This course will provide the learner with the opportunity to make artefacts from wood and in doing so use many different woodworking tools and processes. Venue: Abbeyleix Further Education Centre Frequency 1 morning / 1 afternoon per week QQI/FETAC Level 3 Employability Skills This Programme will provide the learner with the opportunity to develop the relevant knowledge, skill and competence in a broad range of employment and personal skills which enable employment, under direct supervision, in a variety of sectors, or progression to further education or training. : On successful completion of this programme, students can progress onto a QQI/FETAC Level 4 programmes. Subjects: Communications Career Planning IT Skills Personal Effectiveness Workplace Safety Work Experience Venue Portarlington Further Education Centre Frequency Part time Information on progression options is available from: The Adult Educational Guidance Service in County Laois: info@laoisaegis.ie 8

11 QQI/FETAC Level 3 Junior Certificate English This course will provide the learner with the necessary knowledge to sit their Junior Certificate examination in English in June Venue: Portlaoise Further Education Centre Frequency Tue 10am 12.30pm QQI/FETAC Level 3 Personal & Interpersonal Skills This course will provide the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to interact constructively with people from a position of self awareness and social sensitivity. Venue: Portlaoise Further Education Centre Frequency TBC Maths Level 3 & 4 QQI/FETAC Level 3 Career Preparation This course will provide the learner with the confidence to use mathematical concepts and relationships to solve real life mathematical problems that can be experienced in their personal life, educational life and work life. Venue: Portlaoise Further Education Centre Frequency Wed 10am 12.30pm & pm Leaving Certificate English This course will provide the learner with the necessary knowledge to sit their Leaving Certificate examination in English in June Venue: Portlaoise Further Education Centre Frequency Tuesday 7 9:30pm This course aims to provide the learner with the personal knowledge, skills and capacity to source and secure suitable employment or further education/training. Venue: Portlaoise Further Education Centre Frequency TBC ESOL English for Speakers of Other Languages This course aims to provide the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to communicate at Elementary Level in English, socially and in work related tasks. Venue: Portlaoise Further Education Centre Frequency Morning & afternoon classes The Cambridge First Certificate in English This course will begin in September 2014 and Frequency 1 night per week will provide comprehensive preparation and Fee 430 (excluding exam fees) practice for all five papers. Contact Teresa McEvoy or Venue: Portlaoise Further Education Centre tmcevoy@laoiscommed.ie 9

12 QQI/FETAC Level 4 QQI/FETAC Level 4 Science Skills This course will enable the learner to develop the relevant knowledge, skill and competence in a broad range of scientific skills which enable employment, under direct supervision, in a variety of science sectors, or progression to further education or training. On successful completion of this programme, students can progress onto a QQI/FETAC Level 5 course of their choice or gain employment in a variety of science sectors Subjects Communications Laboratory Techniques Mathematics Physics Chemistry Biology Work Experience Venue Portarlington Further Education Centre Frequency Full/Part time QQI/FETAC Level 4 Computer Skills This course provides practical experience in information technology skills, digital media technology and work experience. Subjects Information Technology Skills Computer Applications Digital Media Technology Work Experience Communications Maths Venue Portarlington Further Education Centre Frequency Full / Part Time QQI/FETAC Level 4 Information Technology Skills This course provides practical experience in data entry skills, word processing, file management and the use of the internet. Venue Abbeyleix Further Education Centre Frequency 1 morning/ 1 afternoon per week QQI/FETAC Level 4 Employability Skills This course is the entry point for students who have completed their Junior Certificate and wish to achieve a full QQI/FETAC Level 5 but have not completed their Leaving Certificate. On successful completion of this programme, students can progress onto a QQI/FETAC Level 5 course of their choice. Subjects Career Planning IT Skills Maths Teamworking Data Entry Entrepreneurial Skills Workplace Safety Communications Venues Portarlington Further Education Centre Portlaoise Further Education Centre Frequency Full / Part Time QQI/FETAC Level 4 General Learning This course will provide the learner with the opportunity to participate in and contribute to modern society, to pursue a range of employment opportunities or to progress to further education and/or training. Participation on this programme will also assist the learner to develop the language, literacy and numeracy skills related to various social and economic settings through the medium of the various themes covered in the constituent components. On successful completion of this programme, students can progress onto a QQI/FETAC Level 5 course of their choice. Subjects Communications Career Planning Maths IT Skills Digital Media Data Entry Personal Effectiveness Work Experience Pyrography* Room Design* Painting* Woodcraft* Horticulture* Upholstery* * Available in Abbeyleix Further Education Centre Venue Portarlington Further Education Centre Abbeyleix Further Education Centre Frequency Full/Part time 10

13 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards Links to 3rd Level see page 31 QQI/FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Art & Digital Media This is a one year full-time programme that enables students to develop drawing and observational skills and to explore creativity and personal expression through a broad range of creative processes including painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, animation, ceramics, textiles and visual communications. Successful QQI/FETAC Level 5 Award holders may apply for places in Third Level Colleges e.g. Limerick School of Art & Design, Crawford College of Art, Dun Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology and many other Institutes to further their education. Animation Drawing Studies Digital Photography Ceramics Image Processing Design Skills Drawing Personal Effectiveness Work Experience * subject to change Frequency 5 days per week Venue Portlaoise College Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education 11

14 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards QQI/FETAC Level 5 Arts This course is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of archaeology, local history and folklore. Students will develop professional skills in the areas of research, writing and communications. Successful QQI/FETAC Level 5 award holders may apply for places in the following Universities or Colleges through the QQI/FETAC Higher Education Links Scheme: UCD Arts (DN012) NUI Maynooth Arts (MH101) NUIG Arts (GY101) UCC Arts (CK101) Frequency 5 days per week Venues Portlaoise College Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education. Archaeology Local History Studies Folklore & Ethnology Heritage Studies European Studies Customer Service Personal Effectiveness Word Processing Work Experience QQI/FETAC Level 5 Art, Craft & Design The Art, Craft and Design course offers students the opportunity to explore the varied aspects of fine art and craft. Over the year students develop and enhance basic skills in drawing and design and transfer these skills into other areas of study such as ceramics, painting, and combined materials amongst others. The student will finish the year with a comprehensive body of skills and a professional portfolio of work. They will also take part in a group exhibition where they get the opportunity to exhibit their work professionally. Students who successfully complete this course may have the option to continue their studies in the Centre progressing to the Art and Business QQI/FETAC Level 6 course. The full QQI/FETAC Level 5 award facilitates entry, on a competitive basis, to a range of third level institutions. Graduates can apply for any art/ design course in the Institutes of Technology, NCAD or abroad with a quality portfolio. Drawing Design Ceramics Work Experience Communications Combined Materials Creative Embroidery Painting Art Appreciation Frequency 5 days per week Venue Abbeyleix Further Education Centre Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education. Good drawing skills are essential 12

15 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards Links to 3rd Level see page 33 QQI/FETAC Level 6 Advanced Art This one year full-time advanced certificate offers students the opportunity to further develop their creative talents, exploring a specialised range of creative subjects based on professional practice. Students complete four business based modules which gives them a comprehensive understanding of the business of art. As part of the course they will complete the necessary paper work to allow them to professionally apply for Percent for Art schemes, exhibitions, residencies etc. Completion of the Level 6 Art Major Award allows students to apply directly for advanced entry to 2nd year of the BA in Design (Ceramics) at LSAD. Painting Drawing Ceramics Combined Materials Studio Practice Work Experience Communications Art Appreciation Fabric Manipulation Frequency 5 days per week Venue Abbeyleix Further Education Centre Entry Requirements Completion of QQI/FETAC Level 5 Art, Craft and Design QQI/FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Furniture Design and Making This course develops skills in the use of traditional techniques and incorporates the requirement for competency in computer aided design (CAD) and manufacture. The broad approach allows graduates to enter the segment of the industry that most appeals to them, ranging from craft based workshops to modern furniture manufacturers. Students who qualify in this area can pursue further study and a career in Furniture Design, CAD Draughtsperson, Carpentry or Joinery, Cabinet Making, Furniture Making and Industrial Design. Design Skills Drawing Furniture Making Wood Turning Art, Metalcraft Safety and Health at Work Personal Effectiveness Work Experience Word Processing Frequency 5 days per week Venue Portlaoise College Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education. 13

16 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards Beauty Therapy This is a 2 year full-time course with practical experience. It leads to an internationally recognised professional qualification. It is ideal for those who wish to pursue a career in Beauty Therapy and the Beauty related industry. Students will work with the Professional Skin Care range Dermalogica. Course Content Year 1: Beauty Specialist, Facial Electricals and Electrolysis Diploma Anatomy and Physiology Waxing Skincare and Eye Treatments Electrical Treatments Cosmetic Chemistry Epilation Waxing Hair Structure Manicure and Pedicure Professional Conduct & Business Awareness Make-up Hygiene Year 2: Body Therapy Diploma Anatomy and Physiology Reflexology Electrical Treatments Body Massage Diet, Exercise & Figure Analysis * subject to change Awards Having successfully completed Year 1 students will receive the following awards: Diploma in Beauty Specialists ITEC, CIBTAC Award, Diploma in Epilation ITEC, CIBTAC Award Diploma in Facial Electrical Treatments ITEC, CIBTAC Award Having successfully completed Year 2 students will receive: Diploma in Body Treatments ITEC, CIBTAC Award Diploma in Reflexology ITEC, CIBTAC Award Frequency 5 days per week Venue Portlaoise College Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education We are proud to announce that we are working towards CIDESCO accreditation which entitles us to offer students the opportunity of sitting the CIDESCO International Examination. 14

17 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards QQI/FETAC Level 5 Hairdressing This one year intensive course is designed to provide students with the techniques and knowledge required to gain recognised qualifications, as well as enhance their career opportunities in a salon environment. Students who successfully complete this Course can pursue further study and will have the skills necessary to pursue an apprenticeship in Hairdressing. Hairdressing Theory and Practical Experience Hairdressing Science Customer Service Safety & Health at Work Work Experience Word Processing Reception Skills Indian Head Massage. Frequency 5 days per week Venue Portlaoise College Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education. This course is based on a minimum of 12 participants Senior Trades Hairdressing This course provides students with intensive training in the advanced skills required for working in the hairdressing industry. Successful participants will gain a Senior Trade Qualification from the Department of Education and Skills Job Options Holders of Senior Trade Hairdressing qualification will have the necessary skills for employment as a Senior Stylist. On successful completion of this programme, students can apply to other institutions for further training. Subjects Fashion Cutting & Styling Colour Selection & Consultations Work Experience Salon Health, Safety & Hygiene Colouring & Permanent Waving Care & Maintenance of Hairdressing Tools Personal Care & Presentation Customer Service Frequency Tuesday 9.30am 3.30pm Venue Mountmellick Further Education Centre Entry Requirements Students must be working in a hair salon. This course is based on a minimum of 12 participants 15

18 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards QQI/FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Business Studies The main aim of this course is to provide students with the skills and knowledge to effectively respond to everyday business situations. Students will be eligible to work in a wide range of business organisations upon completion of the course or further their education by applying for a Business related course in any Third Level College in Ireland. Students who successfully complete this course may apply to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the QQI/FETAC Higher Education Links Scheme. Accounting Manual & Computerised Applied Economics Marketing Practice Customer Service Work Experience Book-keeping Manual & Computerised Database Methods Spreadsheet Methods Word Processing Frequency 5 days per week Venue Portlaoise College Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education. QQI/FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Business Administration and IT This is an intensive one year course. It offers a wide range of subjects with a particular emphasis on business administration and IT skills. Over the past number of years this course has provided students with job placements in their chosen sectors and allowed many more to progress to third level study. A number of students have set up their own successful businesses. Students who successfully complete this course may have the option to continue their studies at the Centre progressing to the Business Management QQI/FETAC Level 6 course. Students who have satisfied the criteria set by the CAO process for progression to third level education have in the past secured a place into the National Universities of Ireland and many of the Institutes of Technology. Business Administration Skills Word Processing* Database Methods Work Experience Communications Statistics Book-keeping Manual and Computerised French Desktop Publishing Marketing Practice The Internet Frequency 5 days per week Venue Abbeyleix Further Education Centre Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education. * The Word Processing module is also offered on a part-time basis one morning/one afternoon per week from September to May. 16

19 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards Links to 3rd Level see page 33 QQI/FETAC Level 5 Certificate in e-business with Marketing This is an intensive one year course. It offers a wide range of subjects with a particular emphasis on e-business and Marketing. The main aim of the course is to allow students gain practical and theoretical appreciation of the role played by technology in business today. It also allows students to appreciate the opportunities presented by the web and e-business to successfully market products and services. Students who successfully complete this course may have the option to continue their studies at the Centre progressing to the Business Management QQI/FETAC Level 6 course. Students who have satisfied the criteria set by the CAO process for progression to third level education have in the past secured a place into the National Universities of Ireland and many of the Institutes of Technology. e-business Studies Web Authoring The Internet Marketing Practice Work Experience Communications Book-keeping Manual and Computerised Database Methods Statistics Word Processing French Frequency 5 days per week Venue Abbeyleix Further Education Centre Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education. * This course is subject to the approval of the DES QQI/FETAC Level 6 Business Administration This is a new course which has been developed with Carlow Institute of Technology, which will give successful student the opportunity to progress into second year Business in Carlow IT. The main aim of this course is to provide students with the skills and knowledge to effectively respond to everyday business situations. Students who successfully complete this course may apply to enrol in Second Year at Carlow IT or other IT colleges to study for a diploma/degree in Business. Word Processing Business Management Communications Spreadsheets / Applied Economics Finance Managing People Work Experience (A maximum of 15 credits may be used from QQI/FETAC Level 5) Frequency 5 days per week Venue Portlaoise College Entry Requirements QQI/FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Business Studies / Business Administration / e- Business 17

20 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards Links to 3rd Level see page 33 QQI/FETAC Level 6 Business Management with Advanced IT This is an intensive one year course which has been developed with Carlow Institute of Technology, which will give successful students the opportunity to progress into second year Business in Carlow IT. The main aim of this course is to provide students with the skills and knowledge to effectively respond to everyday business situations. An agreement has been negotiated with Carlow IT to accept Abbeyleix FEC Level 6 Business students directly into the second year of a Business course leading to an Honours degree, subject to interview. Business Management Spreadsheets Communications /Applied Economics Personal and Professional Development Business Finance Web Design Financial Accounting Frequency 5 days per week Venue Abbeyleix Further Education Centre Entry Requirements QQI/FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Business Administration/Business Studies. Accounting Technician First Year and Second Year Our accountancy course has two distinct years to cover First Year and Second Year. First Year gives you a foundation knowledge of business and accounting, while Second Year of our accountancy course allows you to build a deeper understanding of more advanced accounting issues. There is a practical focus on the IT systems that are commonly used in accounting. First Year Subjects Financial Accounting Taxation Law & Ethics Business Management Second Year Subjects Advanced Financial Accounting Advanced Taxation Management Accounting Integrated Accounting Systems Work Experience 9 work based assessments Frequency Year 1: 2 nights per week per semester Mon & Wed night 6.30pm 10.00pm (part-time) Year 2: 2 days per week Tues & Thur 9.30am to 2.30pm and 6 Saturdays, 3 per semester plus 3 days per week in a relevant work placement. Venue Portarlington Further Education Centre Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education. 18

21 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards QQI/FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Childhood Studies with Special Needs Assistant This course is designed to develop the communication, intellectual, practical and caring skills essential for people working with children (0-6 years). This course offers the opportunity to gain a Childcare and Special Needs Assistant qualification. Successful QQI/FETAC Level 5 Award Holders may apply for places in Third Level Colleges, e.g. Universities and Institutes of Technology, to further their education. Students may also progress onto the Advanced Certificate in Supervision in Childcare QQI/FETAC Level 6. Child Development Early Care and Education Practice Early Childhood Education and Play Child Health and Well Being Work Experience Customer Service Creative Arts for Early Childhood Special Needs Assisting Word Processing Frequency 5 days per week Venue Portlaoise College Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education QQI/FETAC Level 5 Early Childhood Care and Education with Montessori This course is designed to develop the communication, intellectual, practical and caring skills essential for people working with children (0-6 years). This course offers an introduction to the Montessori approach in early years education. This programme offers an excellent foundation for people new to the study of Childcare and for those with limited practical experience. Successful QQI/FETAC Level 5 Award holders may apply for places in Third Level Colleges, e.g. Universities and Institutes of Technology, to further their education. Students may also progress onto the Advanced Certificate in Supervision in Childcare QQI/FETAC Level 6. Child Development Early Care and Education Practice Early Childhood Education and Play Child Health and Well Being Work Experience Customer Service Creative Arts for Early Childhood Approaches to Early Childhood Education (Montessori) Word Processing Frequency 5 days per week Venue Portlaoise College Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education All applicants will be invited to attend a course placement meeting prior to starting their course. Please note that 80% attendance is required for all courses. Students must have completed a QQI/FETAC Level 4 Certificate or equivalent prior to commencing a Level 5 course 19

22 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards QQI/FETAC Level 5 Early Childhood Care and Education This one year course is designed to prepare students to work competently, safely and effectively with children aged 0-6 years. Job Options Holders of a QQI/FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Childcare may seek employment as a childcare worker in crèches, play-schools, special needs schools or as a classroom assistant. If you have sufficient practical experience in childcare, you may progress to the QQI/FETAC Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Supervision in Childcare. * Early Childhood Education & Play Early Care & Education Practice Child Health & Well-Being Creative Arts for Early Childhood Child Development Communications Work Experience Personal Effectiveness in the Workplace Working in Childcare First Aid Social Studies Venues Mountmellick Further Education Centre (Mon Thurs 9.30am 12.30pm) Portarlington Further Education Centre (3 mornings & 2 afternoons per week) This course is based on a minimum of 15 participants 20 Frequency 1 ½ days 2 ½ days per week Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education. QQI/FETAC Level 6 Supervision in Childcare This course is specifically designed for people who wish to work in a supervisory capacity in a childcare environment or who wish to obtain an advanced knowledge of childcare studies. Positions in supervisory management or selfemployed in Childcare. Successful QQI/FETAC Level 6 Award Holders may apply through the Higher Link Scheme for places in Third Level Colleges in Ireland. * Child Development Early Childhood Curriculum Childhood Social, Legal & Health Studies Work Experience Personal & Professional Development Supervision in Early Childhood Care Disability Awareness Venues Portlaoise College: Mon Fri (PLC Option) Mountmellick Further Education Centre: Mon & Wed 1 4pm (2 years part-time) Entry Requirements QQI/FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Childcare *Centres offer different elective modules. Check with the relevant centre to confirm modules.

23 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards QQI/FETAC Level 5 Community Care This full-time one year course is designed to suit the learner who wishes to enter the workforce as a carer or pursue a career in social studies. It enhances the learner s awareness and understanding of the role and the responsibilities of the career within the healthcare environment. This course aims to equip the learner with the appropriate provision of holistic healthcare for compromised clients and those with disability. Learners, who have successfully completed the Community Care course, are eligible to apply for employment as a career within the community health services. Alternatively, the full QQI/FETAC Level 5 Award facilitates entry, on a competitive basis, to a range of third level institutions to study social care/studies. Care Provision and Practice Safety and Health at Workplace Human Growth and Development Work Experience Communications Child Development Social Studies Word Processing Care of the Older Person. Frequency 5 days per week Venue Abbeyleix Further Education Centre Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education. QQI/FETAC Level 5 Healthcare Support Due to the demand in our community for skilled care workers, this course will facilitate students to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for a career in this field of work. This qualification enables graduates to work in nursing homes, day care centres, and residential homes or as agency care workers within the community. Career Opportunities Frequency 5 days per week Successful graduates will be able to obtain Venues employment as healthcare workers in Portlaoise College: hospitals, nursing homes, community day Mon Fri (PLC Option) services and as home-help support. Care Support Safety & Health at Work Care Skills Customer Service Work Experience Infection Prevention and Control Care of the Older Person Palliative Care Support Word Processing Portarlington Further Education Centre: Mon & Wed 1-4p.m. (2 years part-time) Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education 21

24 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards QQI/FETAC Level 5 Nursing Studies This course aims to provide the student with the necessary knowledge and experience to continue on to a nursing career at third level. It will provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to enable them to work as a Healthcare Assistant in Hospitals and in nursing homes. Successful graduates of this course may apply for places in nursing at Third Level Colleges and Universities in Ireland and the UK to further their education. Anatomy and Physiology Human Growth and Development Nursing Theory & Practice Care Skills Care of the Older Person Customer Service Infection Prevention and Control Word Processing Work Experience Venues Portlaoise College: Mon Fri Abbeyleix Further Education College: Mon Fri Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education. QQI/FETAC Level 5 Applied Social Studies This course is designed to enable students to develop personal qualities, knowledge, skills and academic qualifications required for careers in youth and community work, social work, pastoral care, care provision and teaching. Successful QQI/FETAC Level 5 Award holders may apply for places in Third Level Colleges, to further their education. Students are eligible to apply for the Advanced Certificate in Community Development in Portlaoise College. Psychology Social Studies Intercultural Studies Legal Practice and Procedures Care Support Conflict Resolution Human Growth and Development Word Processing Customer Service Work Experience Frequency 5 days per week Venue Portlaoise College: Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education 22

25 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards QQI/FETAC Level 6 Community Development This one year full-time course is designed to aid learners to develop a knowledge and understanding of the history of Community Development in the Irish context, along with a comprehensive understanding of the world of work from a community development perspective. The course also helps learners to develop the capacity to work independently and provides a gateway to further study at Level 7 (Bachelor Degree) or Level 8 (Honours Bachelor Degree). Community Development Practice Community Development Theory Group Work Theory and Practice Conflict Management Customer Service Personal and Professional Development Social Analysis A Maximum of 15 Credits may be used from QQI/FETAC Level 5 or Level 6. Frequency 5 days per week Venue Portlaoise College Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education. QQI/FETAC Level 5 Health and Fitness Leisure Management This one year full-time course has been developed to provide graduates with a broad knowledge and practical-skills base, including the exciting new opportunity to take their professional gym instructor qualification, which will enable the student to gain employment in the industry or provide a stepping stone to progress to higher studies through QQI/FETAC. Students are eligible to apply for places on a wide range of Higher Certificate and Degree Courses through the QQI/FETAC Higher Education Link Scheme, in areas including Sport & Recreation, Health & Fitness, Sport Coaching, Leisure Management and Physical Education. Exercise and Fitness Sport and Recreation Studies Personal Effectiveness Work Experience Occupational First Aid Leisure Facility Administration Sport Anatomy & Physiology Nutrition Massage Team Working Word Processing Frequency 5 days per week Venue Portlaoise College: Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education 23

26 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards QQI/FETAC Level 5 Health and Fitness Sports Coaching With continuing recognition of the value of sport, fitness and leisure for a healthy lifestyle, this one year full-time course has been developed for those with the desire and motivation to turn their passion into a career. Students now also have the opportunity to gain their professional gym instructor qualification, which provides a direct route to employment or a stepping stone to progress to higher studies. Students are eligible to apply for places on a wide range of Higher Certificate and Degree Courses through the QQI/FETAC Higher Education Links Scheme in areas including Sport and Recreation, Health & Fitness, Physical Education, Sports Coaching and Leisure Management. Exercise and Fitness Sport & Recreation Studies Personal Effectiveness Work Experience Soccer Coaching Gaelic Football Coaching Sports Anatomy & Physiology Nutrition Sport Psychology Word Processing Occupational First Aid Frequency 5 days per week Venue Portlaoise College Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education. QQI/FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Information Technology This is a one year computer intensive course which has been designed to enable students gain a broad understanding of information technology. Information Technology is a major growth area for employment and this course will facilitate students integration into the workplace. Students will have the opportunity to learn the principles of software design and acquire the skills to construct software and test programmes effectively. Students will also learn how to design, construct, test and refine webpages and sites. Computer Architecture and Systems Computer Programming Communications Work Experience Database Methods Spreadsheet Methods Web Authoring Word Processing Safety and Health at Work Frequency 5 days per week Venue Portlaoise College Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education 24

27 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards Links to 3rd Level see page 33 QQI/FETAC Level 5 Applied Science This course is a foundation for students who wish to pursue further studies in Science in a Third Level Institute or who require a Science subject or Mathematics to progress to Third Level Education. In 2013, 80% of students progressed to AIT following completion of this course. Job Options Holders of a QQI/FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Applied Science will have the necessary knowledge and skills for employment in the food and pharmaceutical industry. On successful completion of this programme, students can apply to Athlone Institute of Technology for entry to the Higher Certificate in Science (Bioscience/ Chemistry), Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology, Bachelor of Science in Toxicology. Students can also apply to other Third Level Institutions under the Higher Education Links Scheme or as a mature student. Subjects Laboratory Techniques Physics Biology Chemistry Communications Work Experience Mathematics Safety & Health at Work Frequency 3 days per week Venue Portarlington Further Education Centre Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education QQI/FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Security Studies & Criminology This one year course leading to a QQI/FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Security Studies is designed to prepare students for employment in the highly specialised security industry. It will also benefit those seeking to set up their own security business. Security Industry Procedures Legal Practice and Procedures Safety & Health at Work Criminology Customer Service Door Security Procedures Word Processing Work Experience Start your own Business (Guarding Skills and Door Security Skills Optional) Frequency 5 days per week Venue Portlaoise College Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education 25

28 QQI/FETAC Level 5 & Level 6 Awards Links to 3rd Level see page 33 QQI/FETAC Level 5 Marketing with E-Business The overall aim of the programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work in a marketing and/or business environment. It provides an introduction to the principle elements of marketing skills and practices with an emphasis on IT and Digital Marketing On successful completion of this programme, students can progress to the Accounting Technician 2 year programme in Portarlington Adult Education Centre. Subjects Behavioural Studies Marketing Practice Statistics Communications Digital Marketing Spreadsheets Word Processing and Work Experience Frequency Full-time programme Venue Portarlington Further Education Centre QQI/FETAC Level 6 Inclusive Education and Training The course aims to create an understanding of inclusive education, health promotion and disability awareness. The content enhances previous knowledge acquired in the areas of nursing studies, community care, intellectual disability, psychology, social studies, and any other health/education/ training related areas. Once students have completed this Level 6 Major award they will be suitably qualified for employment in healthcare areas with emphasis on education and training. The full FETAC Level 6 award facilitates entry, on a competitive basis, to a range of third level institutions nationwide. Subjects Inclusive Education Practice Disability Awareness Differentiated Learning and Instruction Work Experience Communications Learning Difficulty Awareness Health Promotion Learning Difficulty Profiling Duration 1 academic year Venue Abbeyleix Further Education Centre Entry Requirements FETAC Level 5 Certificate in the Community Care/Healthcare area. All entries are subject to interview. *This course is subject to the approval of the DES 26

29 Youthreach Mountmellick & Portlaoise Youthreach programmes give unemployed young people between the ages of 15 and 20, who left school early, an opportunity to get recognised qualifications and the possibility to create a viable career path for themselves. Youthreach offers a flexible and dynamic programme of integrated general education and work experience. Students set personal and educational goals that increase their self-esteem, skills and knowledge base. A training allowance related to the age of students is paid weekly subject to attendence. A travel allowance is paid where applicable. There are a variety of subjects on offer in all the Centres. Guidance Counselling is available to all students. Subjects Maths, Communications, English, Information Technology, Work Experience, Career Planning, Art, Social, Personal and Health Education, Personal and Interpersonal Development, Childcare, Home Economics, Catering, Woodwork, Hotel Catering & Tourism, An Gaisce Awards and Personal Care and Presentation. Qualifications: QQI/FETAC Levels 2 5 Length of Programme: 1 3 years. Monday to Thursday (8.30am 4pm) and Friday (8.30am 1.30pm) Contact Details MOUNTMELLICK Anne Malone Mountmellick Further Education Centre, Harbour Street, Mountmellick, Co. Laois Tel: amalone@mountmellickfec.ie PORTLAOISE Anne Malone Railway Road Portlaoise, Co. Laois Tel: amalone@mountmellickfec.ie 27

30 Leaving Certificate Subjects Part-time Leaving Certificate * Leaving Certificate Maths (Ordinary Level) 6 hours/week 30 weeks Leaving Certificate English (Ordinary/Higher Level) 6 hours/week 30 weeks Leaving Certificate Geography (Ordinary/Higher Level) 4 hours/week 30 weeks Leaving Certificate Business Studies (Higher Level) 4 hours/week 30 weeks Leaving Certificate Irish (Ordinary/Higher Level) 5 hours/week 30 weeks Leaving Certificate Biology (Ordinary/Higher Level) 5 hours/week 30 weeks * Available in Portarlington only Full-Time Leaving Certificate Option Learners will attend classes five days a week to complete a full Leaving Certificate in preparation for the Leaving Certificate examination in June The full-time Leaving Certificate option is available in Abbeyleix and Portarlington. The Leaving Certificate courses listed above may be eligible for BTEI funding Costs There are no tuition fees for VTOS students and other costs for example, books and materials are kept to a minimum. BTEI students may incur a cost of about 200 payable in January or February to cover the State exam fee and mock exams. Venue Portarlington Further Education Centre Abbeyleix Further Education Centre Entry Requirements Eligible for VTOS Programme BTEI part-time students All entry is subject to interview Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS) VTOS (Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme) is second chance education and training for adults. To join VTOS you need to be at least 21, and in receipt of a Social Welfare payment for at least six months. VTOS students generally progress to Third Level Education. Programmes offered under VTOS are education-led, vocationally-oriented and progressionfocussed. The range of learning opportunities provided by VTOS centres include: LEAVING CERTIFICATE QQI/FETAC LEVEL 3 COURSES QQI/FETAC LEVEL 4 COURSES QQI/FETAC LEVEL 5 COURSES QQI/FETAC LEVEL 6 COURSES For further information please contact ABBEYLEIX PORTARLINGTON Helen Kavanagh Margaret Morrin Mountrath Road, Abbeyleix, Co. Laois Bracklone Street, Portarlington, Co. Laois Tel: hkavanagh@abbeyleixfec.ie mmorrin@portarlingtonaec.ie 28

31 Post Leaving Certificate Courses (PLC) PLC courses in Laois are available to adult learners in Abbeyleix Further Education Centre and Portlaoise College. The courses are full-time and last for one to two years. They offer a mixture of hands-on practical work, academic work and work experience, and are designed as a step towards skilled employment. Fees PLC students are liable for a 200 Department of Education & Skills Programme Participant Contribution Fee. However, participants in receipt of a Back to Education Allowance or holders of a valid medical card (or a dependent of a medical card holder) are exempt from this fee. Students who successfully apply for and receive a student maintenance grant will be refunded this charge. This fee is separate from the Student Services Charge/Centre Registration Fee. Abbeyleix Further Education Centre QQI/FETAC Level 5 Art, Craft & Design (see page 12) QQI/FETAC Level 6 Advanced Art (see page 13) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Business Administration & IT (see page 16) QQI/FETAC Level 5 e-business with Marketing (see page 17) QQI/FETAC Level 6 Business Management with Advanced IT (see page 18) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Community Care (see page 21) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Nursing Studies (see page 22) QQI/FETAC Level 6 Inclusive Education and Training (see page 26) Portlaoise College QQI/FETAC Level 5 Art & Digital Media (see page 11) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Arts (see page 12) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Furniture Design & Making (see page 13) ITEC & CIBTAC Award in Beauty Therapy (see page 14) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Hairdressing (see page 15) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Business Studies (see page 16) QQI/FETAC Level 6 Business Administration (see page 17) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Childhood Studies with Special Needs Assistant (see page 19) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Childhood Care & Education with Montessori (see page 19) QQI/FETAC Level 6 Supervision in Childcare (see page 20) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Healthcare Support (see page 21) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Nursing Studies (see page 22) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Applied Social Studies (see page 22) QQI/FETAC Level 6 Community Development (see page 23) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Health & Fitness Leisure Management (see page 23) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Health & Fitness Sports Coaching (see page 24) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Information Technology (see page 24) QQI/FETAC Level 5 Security Studies & Criminology (see page 25) 29