Programme Aim

The purpose of this full time/part time course is to enable the learner to develop the relevant knowledge skill and competence to use a range of skills and tools, under direction and with limited autonomy, in familiar situations. It enables the learner to participate in and contribute to modern society, to pursue a range of employment opportunities or to progress to further education or training. On successful completion of this course the learner will be a able to pursue a range of employment opportunities or progress to further education and training.

Three streams are offered: Office Administrator, Payroll Assistant, Manual and Computerised, Sage Micro Pay, Bookkeeping and Accounts Assistant, Manual and Computerised, Sage Line 50 Software Package.

Full-Time Modules

Microsoft Office 365 suite
Bookkeeping (Manual & Digital)
Information and Administration
Payroll (Manual & Digital)
Spreadsheet Methods
Research and Study Skills
Work Experience (10 days)
Audio Transcription
Word Processing
Text Production
GDPR

*Subject to change*

Part-Time Modules

Bookkeeping Manual and Computerised
Communications
Work Experience
Information and Administration
GDPR

*Subject to change*

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate or General Learning QQI Level 4
English Language requirement of a B2.2 standard (where English is not your first language)
QQI Level 4 Basic Computer Skills
Satisfactory outcome of Garda Vetting
Aged 18 years old (minimum) on entry
Work placement hours are mandatory in an office environment

Progression from the Centre

On successful completion of this course graduates can apply for progression from within the Centre onto to the A Certificate in Business (6M4985) or Certificate for Accounting Technicians – 1 year full-time.

In addition students who successfully complete this course may apply to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the QQI Higher Educations Links Scheme or take up employment in administration.

Course Duration

This course is available Full Time (VTOS) and Part Time (BTEI)

FULL TIME (VTOS Programme): 5 days a week, over 1 year

*Students must be eligible under the (VTOS) Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme – see study options page for more information.

PART TIME (BTEI Programme): 2 – 3 mornings per week, over 2 years

*Students must be eligible under the (BTEI) Back to Education Initiative – see study options page for more information.

Fees

This course is offered free to learners.

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

Career Opportunities

Graduates may be able to secure employment in Office Administration.