New Pathways

Certification

QQI General Studies Level 5, Code: 5M3114

Overview

The New Pathways Course with parent friendly hours accommodates the needs of employers and Third Level colleges.  The course provides a comprehensive introduction to general studies, offering a diverse range of subjects to acquire the knowledge and skills for everyday life and supports progression to further education, training or employment.  The course will give students a foundation in research skills as well as the practical computer skills and overall administration skills required to work in any business environment.  You will gain the confidence to use computers competently, a life skill that can be applied to any career by gaining brand new computer skills or simply upskilling and updating any existing IT skills.  This course will give you the opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills in a broad range of subjects in a friendly and supportive environment.  Educational, career and personal guidance is a strong feature of the course and students are given all the support they need to make informed decisions regarding their future career and life choices.

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate (LC Established, LCVP or LCA) or equivalent

For mature applicants appropriate experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.

Duration

One year full time

Job Opportunities

Information and Communications Technology and Business is the backbone of many industries – health, transport, finance, media and manufacturing – so the skills you will learn will be highly valued by employers.