Advanced Computer Skills for Employment and Progression

Business QQI Award (6M4985)

This is a QQI Level 6 course which provides advanced competencies in areas such as relational database, spreadsheets, business management and payroll which are highly sought after in the business environment. Professional presentation skills are also key factors in personal development and offer the opportunity to widen the skills set that can be offered to employers.

Course Content

Payroll (6N4005); Spreadsheets (6N4089); Word Processing (6N4977); Business Management (6N4310); Personal and Professional Development (6N1949); Entrepreneurship (6N1941); Customer Service (6N0697); Human Resources Management (6N3750)

Certification

QQI Level 6 Award in Business (6M4985)

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have achieved a full QQI Level 5 in a cognate area and/or have previous relevant work experience.

Career Opportunities

Successful students can obtain employment in business and voluntary organisations.

Third Level Links/Progression

Students may gain access to further study in ITs, including Tallaght IT and Carlow with the possibility of entering directly into year 2 of some courses. For more information, click here

Course Charges

This course is free to VTOS applicants, for more information email ciara.bowes@pearse.cdetb.ie

For those who aren’t VTOS eligible the cost is €330 or €250 with a Medical Card. Please note that course fees are subject to change.