Business through Computers
Business, IT & eCommerce
Business, IT & eCommerce
This is a QQI Level 5 course which aims to train people in IT to work in a modern office environment. The programme aims to provide learners with the skills, knowledge and competence in the core areas of e-Business Studies, the Internet and Web Authoring. This course will also enable learners to develop skills in payroll – manual & computerised – essential skills in a business environment. This course is supported by F.I.T.
Course Content
Web Authoring (5N1910); The Internet (5N1611); Customer Service (5N0972); Payroll – Manual and Computerised (5N1546); eBusiness Studies (5N1369); Spreadsheet Methods (5N1977); Word Processing (5N1358); Work Experience (5N1356)
Certification
QQI Level 5 Award in eBusiness (5M0828)
Duration
1 year – September to May (full-time)
Entry Requirements
Applicants will be called for an interview.
Career Opportunities
Upon successfully completing the Business, IT & eCommerce course, students may obtain employment in administration positions in an office.
Third Level Links/Progression
Students who achieve Level 5 QQI certification can gain entry to a number of Third Level courses – such as Accounting (Maynooth), Business Studies (TU Dublin), Economics (UCD) – via the CAO application process and the Higher Education Links Scheme. For more information, click here
Course Charges
€100 registration fee.
Please note that course fees are subject to change.
Advanced Computer Skills for Employment and Progression
Advanced Computer & Office Skills for Employment & Progression
Advanced Computer & Office Skills for Employment & 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 [email protected]
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.
Photography
Photography
Photography
Photography QQI Award (5M2094) – Level 5 (1st Year)
Photography QQI Award (6M3732) – Level 6 (2nd Year)
This one or two year highly practical programme will equip students with the advanced technical, personal, and interpersonal skills necessary to pursue a career in the medium of photography and other related visual media or to proceed with a high degree of competency to degree level through established links with universities in Ireland and the UK.
Course Content
Photography – Year 1: Image Processing (5N1292); Digital Photography (5N1270); Documentary Photography (5N1271); Narrative Photography (5N4407); Communications (5N0690); Work Experience (5N1356); Photographic Techniques (5N1538); Portrait Photography (5N1376)
Photography – Year 2: Fine Art Photography (6N3449); Digital Imaging (6N3727); Digital Photography (6N3589); Portrait Photography (6N3694); Communications (6N1950); Work Experience (6N1946); History of Photography (6N3730); Arts Event Management (6N3451)
Certification
QQI Level 5 Award in Photography (5M2094) – 1st Year
QQI Level 6 Award in Photography (6M3732) – 2nd Year
Duration
2 years – September to May (full-time)
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, LCA or QQI Level 5 award. Applicants may be accepted without formal academic qualifications. At interview you may present a portfolio of visual work which is desirable. Mature applicants are welcome.
Assessment
Students are continually assessed through practical project based assignments including portfolio preparation, ongoing critical review of work, production of visual promotional materials, running a professional studio, the event management of major exhibitions.
Career Opportunities
The wide variety of visual, graphic, design and technical skills gained on the course also makes students very successful in direct employment in the photographic industry.
Third Level Links/Progression
Our students have progressed to degree courses in Ireland, UK and Europe and having completed the National Certificate in Photography may be exempted from the first year of the degree course.
Students who achieve Level 5 QQI certification can gain entry to a number of courses via the CAO application process and the Higher Education Links Scheme. For more information, click here
Course Charges
€150 registration fee per year.
Please note that course fees are subject to change.
Pre-Apprenticeship in Construction Technology
Pre-Apprenticeship in Construction Technology
Pre-Apprenticeship in Construction Technology
Construction Technology QQI Award (5M5010)
This practical, hands-on course introduces you to the core skills, tools, and techniques used in the construction industry. You will learn through real projects in wood fabrication, building services, hard landscape construction, and renewable energy systems, while developing essential workplace skills in health and safety, communication, and personal effectiveness.
Designed as a solid first step toward an apprenticeship or further training, this course builds the confidence and experience needed to start your career in the construction sector.
Course Content
Wood Fabrication (5N1999); Work Experience (5N1356); Safety and Health at Work (5N1794); Personal Effectiveness (5N1390); Renewable Energy Systems (5N4975); Word Processing (5N1358); Building Services (5N4974); Hard Landscape Construction (4N0681).
Certification
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Construction Technology (5M5010)
Duration
1 year – September to May (full-time)
Entry Requirements
Applicants should hold a Leaving Certificate, LCA, LCVP, or QQI Level 4 qualification. An interest in construction, a willingness to learn, and the motivation to develop practical skills are essential.
While previous experience is an advantage, enthusiasm, reliability, and a hands-on attitude are what matter most. Mature applicants are very welcome.
Employability & Progression Opportunities
Graduates progress to apprenticeships in construction through SOLAS or continue to QQI Level 6 and degree programmes in Construction Technology, Building Services, and Architectural Technology at TU Dublin, SETU, and other higher-education providers.
Learning Outcomes
The learning outcomes associated with this award are outlined in the associated Component Specifications.
Please note there are only 15 places available on this course.
Course Charges
€150 registration fee.
Please note that course fees are subject to change.
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Healthcare Courses starting September 2026
Healthcare Support Award (Skills to Advance)
Healthcare Support Award (Skills to Advance)
Healthcare Support
Pearse College are delighted to continue our Skills to Advance programme which provides free upskilling courses for those currently employed in a business or healthcare sector. All classes take place online, one afternoon a week. IT support classes will be available to students throughout the course.
Timetable will be confirmed in September 2026.
Classes will run one afternoon a week for 12-20 weeks depending on the module.
Applicants can select one or more modules: Click on link under course name to apply via fetchcourses.ie.
- Care Skills (5N2770)
- Care Support (5N0758)
- Care of the Older Person (5N2706)
- Safety & Health at Work (5N1794)
- Infection Prevention & Control (5N3734)
- Work Experience (5N1356)
- Communications (5N0690) (combined with Work Experience)
- Palliative Care (5N3769)
- Nutrition for Home Care (5N2006)
To apply click on the link beside each course. To find our more simply email [email protected] or call 01-4536661.
Certification
QQI level 5 in Healthcare Support 5M4339
Duration
Each module is one afternoon per week for 12-20 weeks.
Students can choose one or more more modules.
Entry Requirements
All applicants must be in a form of paid employment in order to be eligible for a Skills to Advance course.
Employability Statement
On completion of this Programme, learners may pursue roles within the Health, Family and Social Care sector which may include working as Health Care Support Workers, Carers, Youth Workers or in a broad range of roles in this industry in the public, community and private sectors. Recognition of regulatory and statutory bodies is confirmed for some programmes.
Work placement / work experience may be a core feature/element of programmes in this field facilitating the enhancement of employability and transversal skills.
Course Charges
This course is only available to employees working in the care sectors and is free. There are no course fees applied if you are currently employed.