Course Duration

1 year, mornings

Course Overview

This IT programme is aimed at those wishing to become skilled in the use of the PC (Personal Computer), for pleasure, employment or for those wishing to start a business and requiring excellent IT skills to do so. Learners take FETAC assessments.

Entry Requirements

• No minimum academic requirements.
• Applicants must be a minimum of 23 years old and have an interest in developing their skills in the chosen area.

Typical Modules

• Keyboarding

• Word Processing

• Spreadsheets

• Desktop Publishing

• Payroll

• Database

• Computerised Accounts

• IT Theory

• Internet and E-mail

• Work Experience

• Communications

Award

FETAC Level 5 [BIPXX]

Progression/Employment Opportunities

• Having successfully completed this course, some learners may wish to enter employment, open their own business or progress to a Level 6 FETAC certificate.

Fees

As an NDP-funded programme, there are no tuition fees. Learners, however, are liable for registration and examination fees. Additionally, learners are expected to supply prescribed class and study materials.

Means-tested maintenance grants are available.