Courses
Healthcare Support Studies
FETAC Level 5 S Code DHSXX
One year (mornings only)
This course provides a recognised qualification for those wishing to work in the Healthcare Support environment. Practical skills training is an integral part of this programme
Suitability for this course will be assessed at interview. Mature students are especially welcome
Modules include:
- Care Skills ¨ Word Processing & Internet
- Care Support ¨ Communications
- Safety & Health at Work ¨ Work Experience
- Introduction to Nursing ¨ First Aid
- Palliative Care Support ¨ Lifting & Manual Handling
CareerOpportunities
Presently there is a shortage of qualified staff in the healthcare area so many varied opportunities exist for successful students
Certification
FETAC Level V
First Aid Certificate - Irish Red Cross
Lifting & Manual Handling Course – Irish Red Cross
Exemptions
Students are expected to take all subjects unless exemptions are granted in advance by the College.
Employment & Career Development
The College organises talks on job application, CV preparation and interview techniques. A careers day is organised each year focusing on career prospects. This is attended by recruitment firms, leading employers and College graduates
Work Experience
Supervised clinical experience in nursing homes, hospitals, and other health facilities is incorporated into this course
Medical Secretary/Receptionist
FETAC Level 5 S Code BBSXX
Duration
One year full time
Entry Requirements
Leaving Cert/Leaving Cert Applied or its equivalent
~ Mature Students Welcome ~
Modules include:
Health Care Administration (including medical terminology)
Reception Skills
Computer Applications (including “GP Dynamic”)
Spreadsheet Methods
Audio/Text Production
Word Processing
Communications
Work Experience
Graduates from this course have excellent prospects of employment in medical clinics, hospitals or GP/Dental surgeries. This qualification will enable you to avail of employment opportunity in any medical setting in Ireland or overseas
FETAC Level V
Graduates who achieve the required standard may progress to further studies in IT Colleges through the Higher Education Links Scheme
Students are expected to take all subjects unless exemptions are granted in advance by the College.
- Employment & Career Development
The College organises talks on job application, CV preparation and interview techniques. A careers day is organised each year focusing on career prospects. This is attended by recruitment firms, leading employers and College graduates.
PC Maintenance & Technical Support
FETAC Level 5 S Code CITXX
CCNA S CISCO Certified Network Associate
This is a one-year stand alone course or can be used as the 1 st year of a 2-year programme leading to a FETAC Level V Award and CCNA qualification.
Leaving Cert/Leaving Cert Applied
Mature Students welcome
Modules include:
Year 1 Year 2
- Computer Systems ¨ *Networks
- PC Maintenance ¨ Programming
- IT Essentials I ¨ IT Essentials II
- Web Design ¨ Web Design (Advanced)
- Database Methods ¨ Work Experience
- Customer Care *For further details on Networks see CISCO
- Communications Networking Programme
- Work Experience
Two weeks supervised work experience is incorporated into this course.
At the end of the first year students will have the skills necessary to install and maintain a range of software and hardware found both in the office and home environment.
In the second year students build on their knowledge to encompass networking and programming leading to a FETAC Level V award and the industry recognised CCNA qualification.
Year 1 : FETAC Level V (Record of Achievement)
IT Essentials 1
Year 2 : FETAC Level V (Full Award)
IT Essentials II
CCNA (CISCO Certified Network Associate)
Students are expected to take all subjects unless exemptions are granted in advance by the College.
Employment & Career Development The College organises talks on job application, CV preparation and interview techniques. A careers day is organised each year focusing on career prospects. This is attended by recruitment firms, leading employers and
Marketing Management
FETAC Level 5 S Code BMXXX
One year full time
This one year intensive course is designed for students who wish to gain the skills, knowledge and expertise to enhance their employment prospects in the marketing/business sector. Marketing is a business approach which is customer related. It involves a broad range of skills from research to advertising, promotion, distribution and sales/telesales.
A strong emphasis is placed on the personal and practical skills needed in today’s marketing environment. Current technology, including the use of the Internet and Multi-Media software will be used.
Leaving Cert or its equivalent
Modules include:
Behavioural Studies Web Design Word Processing
Marketing Practice e-Business Studies Communications
Statistics Retail Selling Work Experience
Two weeks supervised work experience is incorporated into this course.
Marketing is the new growth area in modern business. This qualification enables the student to become part of this exciting multi-faceted profession
FETAC Level V
Graduates who achieve the required standard may progress to further studies in IT Colleges through the Higher Education Links Scheme
Students are expected to take all subjects unless exemptions are granted in advance by the College.
- Employment & Career Development
The College organises talks on job application, CV preparation and interview techniques. A careers day is organised each year focusing on career prospects. This is attended by recruitment firms, leading employers and College graduates

FETAC Level V (Code BBSXX)
Duration:
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This course runs for one year
Monday – Friday 9.30am – 1.00pm
Aim
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This course is designed to give students the opportunity to qualify as an Accounts/VAT/Payroll Administrator for small to medium sized
businesses using the latest accounting software.
Who Should Apply
Mature Students with an aptitude for book-keeping
Programme of Study
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- Computerised/Manual Book-keeping
- Computerised/Manual Payroll
- VAT Administration
- Business Administration
- Spreadsheet Methods
- Word Processing
- Communications
- Work Experience
Work Experience
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2 weeks work experience is incorporated into this course
Certification
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FETAC Level V (Further Education Training Awards Council)
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