Pearse College’s one year Repeat Leaving Certificate course is an ideal opportunity for you to repeat your Leaving Certificate or assist your entry to University, Technology Universities or Post Leaving Cert courses.
Repeat Leaving Certificate
Repeat Leaving Certificate
Repeat Leaving Certificate
Subjects
The following range of subjects is offered at higher and ordinary levels:
- English
- Maths
- Irish
- Biology
- Business
- French
- Geography
Students may also choose to study a subject at home which is not listed above, and may sit the exam in the college.
Duration
1 year – September to May (full-time)
Entry Requirements
Applicants to the Repeat Leaving Certificate Course are required to have sat the Leaving Certificate Examination within the last 4 years.
Applicants must submit their Leaving Certificate Results printout at the interview stage.
Mature students (21+) are welcome to apply provided they have previously sat the Leaving Certificate Examination and entry will be considered on an individual basis.
Career Opportunities
Directly into employment with landscapers, garden centres and related areas.
Many of our past students have also set up their own business.
Third Level Links/Progression
Many students use the Leaving Certificate to gain employment or to go on to further study. The Adult Leaving Certificate course assists entry to the Science and Business area as well as the Arts / Humanities at third level. It is not only recognized in this country but it is also very highly regarded in many other countries as a qualification for entry into third level colleges. Finally, it is especially useful for mature students embarking on a total career change.
Course Charges
€50 registration fee.
Please note that course fees are subject to change.
The Leaving Certificate
The Leaving Certificate
The Leaving Certificate
This two-year Adult Leaving Certificate course is an ideal opportunity for you to complete your second level education. It can also assist your entry to University, Institutes of Technology or Post Leaving cert courses.
Subjects
The following range of subjects is offered at higher and ordinary levels:
- English
- Maths
- Irish
- Biology
- Business
- French
- Geography
Students should be aware that these options are subject to change.
Duration
2 years – September to May (full-time)
Entry Requirements
In order to qualify for the Adult Leaving Certificate course:
- No previous academic records are necessary.
- An interview is compulsory.
- International students must sit English language and Mathematics tests unless previous students of the college.
Third Level Links/Progression
Many students use the Leaving Certificate to gain employment or to go on to further study. The Adult Leaving Certificate course assists entry to the Science and Business area as well as the Arts / Humanities at third level. It is not only recognized in this country but it is also very highly regarded in many other countries as a qualification for entry into third level colleges. Finally, it is especially useful for mature students embarking on a total career change.
Course Charges
€50 registration fee.
Please note that course fees are subject to change.