Course Type: Classroom-based Third-level, CAO & PLC Courses

This Pre-University Science course was developed with DCU to meet the needs of students who wish to study science to degree level in university. The course will cater for three different groups of learners: Students who did not obtain the required Leaving Certificate points for their chosen Science course, Students who wish to acquire a…

This one year course is designed to provide students with the practical and theoretical skills that are necessary for success in the worlds of sports and leisure. Coaching will be provided in a variety of disciplines.

The Preliminary Engineering course has been designed to meet the needs of a variety of students wishing to study Engineering at third level, specifically those who did not satisfy the entry requirements for direct entry to a degree course, and adult returnees to education. As the only PLC course in the country currently delivering the…

Research and Study Skills 5N3113 Team Working 5N1367 Work Experience 5N1356 Anatomy and Physiology 5N0749 Word Processing 5N1358 Nutrition 5N2006 Reception and Front-Line Office Skills 5N1407 Infection Prevention and Control 5N3734

Preparation for LC Irish Oral & Listening exams

from good standard Ordinary Level to Higher level

This programme will present the learner with the opportunity to develop practical culinary skills and an    understanding of the requirements to work in the hospitality industry.      What Will I Study? Culinary Techniques (5N0630) Food Science and Technology (5N0730) Meal Service (5N0635) Menu Planning and Applied Nutrition (5N2085) Pastry, Baking and Desserts (5N2084)…

Aim This course introduces the student to the area of social care in a variety of settings. It develops the core skills and knowledge to practise safely in caring for people with a range of social care needs. Integral to this course is the development of empathy and understanding when working with people in a…

This QQI Level 5 Certificate in Horticulture course involves 25 weeks of college work and skills training and a eight week practical learning period (PLP) in a Teagasc approved horticultural unit. In an average week, students will spend three to four days at the college. Course Aims By combining class and practical work at the…

This QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Horticulture course is offered over a 32 week period and will consist of either 24 or 16 weeks of College based course work and 8 or 16 weeks of a practical learning period (PLP) depending on the chosen stream. Course Modules Subjects included in the QQI Level 6…

Develop the professional, technical, social and administrative skills needed to deliver a professional regional tour guiding experience to visitors to Kerry. What Will I Study? Irish Natural Heritage and Culture (6N20231) Irish Tour Guiding (6N20229) Why Should I Apply? You enjoy interacting with people and sharing stories. Opportunities for travel Strong demand for qualified guides…

Course aim To assists students in achieving access to further and higher education through improvement of their point score. Modules English Irish Maths Applied Maths Biology Chemistry Physics Business Economics Accounting French German Spanish Geography History Home Economics Classical Studies Art Music  

The Department of Adult and Community Education in Maynooth University takes a very different approach to teaching and learning than a lot of people will have encountered through their previous educational experiences. We value the knowledge that people bring with them from their everyday life and work with the student to bring them through the…

Gain PADI Scuba Instructor Certification on this unique, fully funded, industry-led training programme. What Will I Study? Induction Advanced Open Water Diver PADI Instructor Development PADI Open Water Diver PADI Rescue Diver PADI Dive Master Communications Work Experience Why Should I Apply? A unique programme; the only one of its kind in Ireland Range of…

This Level 5 Certificate course offers a broad introduction to the area of Social Studies. It is designed for people who are interested in working in a variety of social care services. Students can develop the personal qualities, knowledge, skills and academic background required to progress in the social work/care sector.

About the Software Development course This Level 6 Software Development course enables our Level 5 Computer Programming students to progress  and develop their programming skills in C++, Java and Visual Studio 2010.  Sucessful graduates from this course may attain advanced entry to second year Computer Science at DIT, ITT, NCI, ITB and Griffith College.  The core…

Duration This is a Full time one year course, which runs from September to May. Overview This Pre-University computer science course provides students with an entry point to a future career in the technology sector. With the increase in the use of technology in almost every industry, the education of IT professionals is becoming more…

This course provides an excellent foundation for those wishing to pursue higher education while providing the learner with both the theoretical and practical skills needed for work in the IT Industry sector.      What Will I Study? Communications (5N0690) Fundamentals of Object Oriented Programming (5N0541) Maths for Information Technology (5N18396) Networking Essentials (5N2929) Operating…

Network Essentials C20256, Hardware Essentials C20254, System Software C20255, Web Authoring C20148, Computer Programming C20013, Computer Architecture & Systems C20012, Mathematics C20139, Game Design L22055, Communications, Work Experience.

Duration This is a Full time one year course, which runs from September to May. Exact details of the timetable will be given out to students during the induction process prior to class commencement in September.   Overview This course is for students who are interested in a career in music and sound engineering or…

Explore the world of music technology, sound recording and production.       What Will I Study? Communications (5N0690) Event Production (5N1374) Music Industry Studies (5N1458) Music Performance (5N1301) Music Technology (5N1640) Sound Engineering & Production (5N1900) Team-working (5N1367) Personal Professional Development (5N2985)

Aim The purpose of this award is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work as a special needs assistant in a range of education settings, such as primary and post-primary. Modules include Human Growth and Development Understanding Special Needs Special Needs Assisting Person Centred Focus to Disability Safety and…

This Level 5 Major Award enables the learner to develop the knowledge, skills and competence to work under supervision in a range of community health service settings & school settings or to progress to further and/or higher education and training. What Will I Study? Care Support (5N0758) Care Provision and Practice (5N2705) Communications (5N0690) Intellectual…

This Level 5 Major Award enables the learner to develop the knowledge, skills and competence to work under supervision in a range of community health service settings & school settings or to progress to further and/or higher education and training.       What Will I Study? Intellectual Disability Studies (5N1652) Understanding Special Needs (5N1709)…

This course will support the learner to develop the skills and knowledge to apply theory to professional practice in the area of disability, diversity and inclusion.      What Will I Study? Special Needs Assisting (6N1957) Work Experience (6N1946) Communications (6N1950) Disability Awareness (6N1975) Inclusive Education Practice (6N2226) Differentiated Learning & Instruction (6N2225) Mental Health Awareness (6N2209) Assistive Technology (6N2211)

This course will support the learner to develop the skills and knowledge to apply theory to professional practice in the area of disability, diversity and inclusion.      What Will I Study? Special Needs Assisting (6N1957) Work Experience (6N1946) Communications (6N1950) Disability Awareness (6N1975) Inclusive Education Practice (6N2226) Differentiated Learning & Instruction (6N2225) Mental Health Awareness (6N2209) Assistive Technology (6N2211)

This is a one year full time course that will equip students with the knowledge and skills required to work across a variety of different areas within the sports and leisure industry.       What Will I Study? Basketball Coaching (5N4888) Communications Level 5 (5N0690) Exercise and Fitness (5N2668) GAA Coaching (5N5085) Leisure Facility…

This one year course will equip students with the knowledge and skills to work across a variety of different areas within the sports and leisure industry and for those in particular interested in progressing to pursue a career in PE Teaching.      What Will I Study? Basketball Coaching (5N4888) Communications (Community) (C50070) Concepts in…

This course will equip learners with the skills required to gain employment in a variety of childcare settings but particularly in the pre-school setting.        What Will I Study? Children’s Rights, Legislation and Regulation (5C21524) Curriculum, Play and Creative Studies (5C21527) Early Childhood Growth and Development (5C21526) Holistic Care of Children, 0-6 Years…

This Early Learning and Care course will equip learners with the skills required to gain employment in a variety of childcare settings but particularly in the pre-school setting.     What Will I Study? Children’s Rights, Legislation and Regulation (5C21524) Curriculum, Play and Creative Studies (5C21527) Early Childhood Growth and Development (5C21526) Holistic Care of…