Return To Learning with Business and IT (QQI Level 4)
Return To Learning with Business and IT QQI Level 4 Course Code: 4M2010 Fetchcourses.ie Reference: 345163
PROGRAMME AIMS
This course is suitable for early school leavers, or those returning to education who would like to explore further study options. Learners may wish to gain a qualification but may not have decided on their area of interest. This learning opportunity is designed to link to further studies at QQI Level 5.
WHAT DOES THIS COURSE OFFER?
- Class sizes are small, and learners receive regular feedback on how they are progressing
- Additional one-to-one support is available.
- The course covers a broad range of modules.
- This course is a great foundation for further studies at QQI Level 5.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Applicants must be over 18 years.
- Abbeyleix FETC (Further Education and Training Centre) welcomes applications from mature students.
- Applicants are assessed on relevant life and work experience.
- Applicants are required to complete an interview and online assessment before commencing a course.
- The assessment confirms if the applicant has the required level of English and Math’s to complete a Level 4 course.
WHAT WILL I STUDY (MODULES)?
BUSINESS AND IT OPTION
Information Technology Skills | Word Processing | Spreadsheets | General Office Skills.
*In addition to options such as:
Communications | Mathematics | Personal Effectiveness | Work Experience | Upholstery | Pyrography | Room Design | Painting
*Subject to change
COURSE DURATION & FREQUENCY
1 academic year full time – 5 days per week.
Part-time Options available.
*PROGRESSION OPTIONS
Successful completion of the Level 4 award links to further studies at QQI Level 5.
*Places are not guaranteed on these courses and entry is subject to students meeting certain criteria e.g. completion of a Level 4 award, excellent attendance and participation on the course, meeting specific course entry requirements.
COST
There are no registration or tuition fees payable to Abbeyleix Further Education and Training Centre. However please note cost of materials is approximately €100.
Free Transport
Free private bus transport is available from Portlaoise, Mountmellick, Portarlington, Rathdowney and Mountrath.
Students with their own transport are provided with free parking in the student car park at the rear of the Centre.
FUNDING
VTOS/PLC places are available on the course (please contact the Centre for further information). The range of financial support available to students includes: Student Maintenance Grant (SUSI) and the Back to Education Allowance. For further information click on HEA Student Finance and SUSI
*Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board reserves the right to refuse course admission and/or completion.
Qualifications
Certificate in General Learning Level 4
Location
Abbeyleix FETC
Mountrath Road
Abbeyleix
County Laois
R32 TX30
Duration
Start Date: September 2022
End Date: June 2023
Facilities
- Study Room
- Free Parking
- Disabled Parking
- Canteen
Contact
Helen Kavanagh, Centre Manager
Email:
abbeyleixfet@loetb.ie
Phone
(057) 873 1127
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Centre Opening Times
Monday
9:00 AM
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3:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM
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3:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM
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3:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM
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3:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM
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1:00 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
* Bank Holidays and Public Holidays – Closed
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Testimonials
Read what our past students have to say about their experience with the General Studies Level 4 course at Abbeyleix FETC
When I made a decision to return to education as a mature student, I decided to do the General Studies Course (with Craft, IT and Healthcare options) in Abbeyleix FETC. I felt that the combination of practical and academic modules best suited my learning needs. I thought this was a good starting point for me as I had been out of the Education system for over 25 years.
The greatest learning for me was the interaction between my class mates and tutors. The General Studies class of 2019-2020 were a UNIQUE BUNCH OF PEOPLE and it was my privilege to get to know them. I now have a new family that I call friends (All different ages, nationalities and creeds) and I know I will continue to have these friendships for years to come. The bonding we had as a class was unreal, and the learning we did was far more than academic - It was more about human kindness. “A FRIEND IS A GIFT YOU GIVE YOURSELF”
I am pleased to say I completed all of my modules both in class and by remote learning during the Corona Virus (Covid-19). This course has been a huge stepping stone and learning curve for me. It has created a hunger and passion in me to progress onto the Level 5 Art, Craft & Design course in the Centre. Thanks to all my Tutors for your excellence in teaching, guidance, understanding, helpfulness and most of all believing in ME.
Margaret Conroy
General Studies 2019-2020
From the very first day to the last day I enjoyed every second of this course. The year was one of the best in my life so far. I got to not only spend the whole year learning, being creative, being pushed out of my comfort zone on a daily basis but I have made lifelong friends with my classmates and teachers. I am leaving having gained so much in terms of a new found confidence and new lease of life. I would definitely recommend this course as it provided a wide ranging curriculum that has something there for everyone.
The course exceeded my expectations in that I got so much out of it personally and developed so much as an individual.
Jenny Lawless
General Studies 2019-2020
