REACH Programme
Preparation for Further & Higher Education with ESOL (Transition Year)
Preparation for Further and Higher Education (with ESOL)
The Preparation for Leaving Certificate with ESOL Programme is a Transition Year course which will allow learners to come back to education and prepare for either the Leaving Certificate or a Further Education and Training Course. As such, it’s a starting point for all other courses in Pearse College and beyond.
Course Content
You will take a variety of subjects including Communications (4N0689), Computer Applications (4N1112), Maths (4N1987), and English as a Second Language (4N1180).
Reading and writing support classes are also offered.
Certification
QQI Level 4 Component Certificates in General Learning.
Duration
1 year – September to May (full-time)
Entry Requirements
This course is open to everyone of all backgrounds and experience. Students will meet with the tutor and discuss their needs and suitability for the course.
Students will also take an English test.
Where can I go from here?
Many students who have completed this course of study have gone on to complete a Leaving Certificate or a QQI Level 5 course in Pearse College.
Course Charges
€50 registration fee.
Please note that course fees are subject to change.