Programme Aim

This full-time (1 Year) programme presents the learner with the opportunities to develop their skills to pursue a range of employment possibilities. It can allow the learner to progress to Further Education and Training. The course provides the learner with a choice of three streams of study, which include either an Introduction to Healthcare Support, Introduction to Office Administration or an Introduction to Applied Social Studies. 

  • Customer Service
  • Mathematics (Level 4)
  • Mathematics (Level 3)
  • Communications
  • Work Experience
  • Information Technology Skills (ITS)
  • Bookkeeping and Accounts
  • Introduction to Healthcare
  • Introduction to Childcare
  • Personal Effectiveness
  • A minimum of QQI Level 3 in Junior Cert English and Maths (Ordinary Level)
  • Word Processing QQI Level 3 or be able to provide a working knowledge of English and Maths
  • Satisfactory interview process
  • Completion of the BKSB Online Assessment in Maths and English
  • Healthcare Support – Level 5 QQI* – 5M4339
  • Office Administration – Level 5 QQI * – 5M1997
  • Applied Social Studies – Level 5 QQI* – 5M2181

*Major Award

Check out  http://www.careersportal.ie for progression from General Learning QQI Level 4 Major Award.

FEE

This course is offered free to learners.

*Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board reserves the right to refuse course admission and/or completion.

September 2024 – May 2025

Centre Opening Times

* Bank Holidays and Public Holidays – Closed
Monday 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Location