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Laboratory Techniques QQI Award (5M3807)

The purpose of this award is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge skill and competence to work independently and under supervision in a science laboratory and to progress onto a Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship or a Laboratory Analyst Apprenticeship. Learners can also progress to a range of courses in higher education and training. Please see careersportal.ie for further information

Course Content

Laboratory Skills (5N2751)
Chemistry (5N2747)
Microbiology (5N0737)
Biology (5N2746)
Physics (5nN1460)
Mathematics (5N1833)
Work Experience (5N1356)
Communications (5N0690)

Certification

QQI Level 5 Certificate in Laboratory Techniques (5M3807).

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

Note this course is limited to 18 students

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

For mature applicant’s appropriate experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications. NFQ level 4 applicants will be expected to demonstrate a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 4 when accessing a Level 5 programme.

Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.

Employability Statement

On completion of this Programme, learners may secure placement in a Laboratory Technician/analyst apprenticeship program which incorporates industrial training and higher education qualifications. This course is suitable for those who are interested in pursuing a career in a laboratory environment in the biopharma, chemical manufacturing, medical devices and diagnostics, food and drink, analytical testing laboratories.

Alternatively on successful completion of the course students may gain entry onto university programs that are separate from apprenticeship programs.

Learning Outcomes

Students are able to progress to a number of universities including UCD, DCU, Maynooth and TUD.

For a full list please click here

Course Charges

€150 registration fee.

Please note that course fees are subject to change.

There are only 15 places available on this course.

Sports, Recreation and Exercise QQI Award (5M5146)

This part time course, run over two years is FREE to those eligible under the BTEI scheme, such as those in reciept of social welfare payments and medical card holders.

The course, over both years, offers the chance to obtain relevant qualifications and experience to pursue a career or further study in the sport & fitness Industry. A combination of practical and theory-based subjects allow students to gain a deeper understanding of the various elements in the health & fitness industry and provide a wide-range of further education and workplace opportunities.

Students who successfully complete the 2 years will receive the QQI level 5 award in Sport, Exercise and Recreation and have the opportunity to gain an ITEC gym instruction certification as an additional extra.

Course Content

Classes rotate each year:

Set 1:
Sports Anatomy & Physiology (5N4648)
Leisure Facility Administration (5N4666)
Leisure Facility Operations (5N4667)
Work Experience (5N1356)
Kinesiology (5N4545)

Set 2:
Exercise & Fitness (5N2668)
Psychology (5N0754)
Nutrition (5N2006)
Sport & Recreation studies (5N2667)
Customer service (5N0972)/ Personal effectiveness (5N1390)

Certification

• QQI Level 5 Award in Sports, Recreation and Exercise (5M5146)

Duration

2 years – September to May (part-time)

Entry Requirements

This course is aimed at those in receipt of a social welfare payment. Prior interest or experience in sport or fitness is important, a leaving certificate or equivalent qualification would be an advantage but is not essential.

Applicants will be called for an interview with the Course Co-Ordinator.

Third Level Links/Progression

Progression to Pearse College’s Level 6 Advanced Soccer and Sports Psychology Course.  Successful graduates may also apply through the Higher Education Links Scheme for diplomas/degrees in nutrition, science or related areas. For more information, click here

Course Charges

This course is free to those eligible for BTEI.

Sports, Recreation and Exercise QQI Award (6M5147)

The aim of the course is to provide students with industry ready qualifications to obtain a sustainable career within Sport and Exercise Sciences. The Advanced Soccer Coaching & Sports Psychology course is unique because along with the QQI level 6 award students can undertake ITEC Gym Instruction within the Sports Management and Personal Training.

Course Content

Exercise and Fitness (6N5345); Work Experience (6N1946); Train the Trainer (6N1133; Soccer Coaching (6N5189); Sports Industry Practice (6N4650); Sport Psychology (6N4665); Sport Nutrition (6N4651); Health Promotion (6N2214)

Certification

• QQI Level 6 Award in Sports, Recreation and Exercise (6M5147)
• ITEC Qualification in Gym Instruction

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

It is compulsory that potential candidates have at least a QQI level 5 certificate in Sport & Recreation (or a relevant cogent qualification). Experience and interest in soccer/coaching is essential. The student will be required to perform a practical interview on sport competencies and a formal interview with the course coordinator. Successful completion of the Leaving Certificate is desirable but not essential.

Third Level Links/Progression

This course is suitable for learners who intend to continue their studies in a third level educational institute. Successful graduates, through the Higher Education Links Scheme, may work towards a diploma or degree in nutrition, science or related areas. For more information, click here

Course Charges

€150 registration fee.

Please note that course fees are subject to change.

Sports, Recreation and Exercise QQI Award (5M5146)

Our Soccer Coaching & Sports Psychology Course is about developing the skills and knowledge needed to become coaches, referees, managers and other key personnel skills for working with Junior Soccer teams. The FAI’s Kickstart 1 and Kickstart 2 programmes form part of the course which will provide students with the foundation for attaining the higher FAI coaching badges. The course has practical modules including coaching and exercise and fitness and also provides the student with further education and workplace opportunities. There are also several theory-based modules which require students to gain a deeper understanding of the various elements in the coaching and leisure sectors.

Course Content

Exercise and Fitness (5N2668); Sport and Recreation Studies (5N2667); Soccer Coaching (5N4887); Nutrition (5N2006); Sports Anatomy and Physiology (5N4648); Teamwork (5N1367); Work Experience (5N1356); Word Processing (5N1358); Psychology (5N0754)

Certification

QQI Level 5 Award in Sports, Recreation and Exercise (5M5146)

FAI Kickstart 1 and FAI Kickstart 2 coaching badges

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

Experience and interest in soccer is essential. The student will be required to perform a practical interview on soccer competencies and a formal interview with the course co-ordinator. Successful completion of the Leaving Certificate is desirable but not essential.

Third Level Links/Progression

Successful students can progress to Advanced Soccer Coaching and Sports Psychology in Pearse College. Successful graduates may also apply through the Higher Education Links Scheme for diplomas/degrees in nutrition, science or related areas. For more information, click here

Course Charges

€150 registration fee.

Please note that course fees are subject to change.

Food Science QQI Award (5M5267)

This Food &Bio Sciences course is aimed at students who want to develop their knowledge of food science and nutrition. It will focus on the relationship between food and health and the study of food from a scientific viewpoint.

Course Content

Microbiology (5N0737); Food Processing (5N5245); Chemistry (5N2747); Food Chemistry (5N2748); Mathematics (5N1833); Biology (5N2746); Communications (5N0690); Work Experience (5N1356)

Certification

QQI Level 5 Award in Food Science (5M5267)

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

A Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification would be an advantage as well as a keen interest in science and nutrition.

Third Level Links/Progression

This course is suitable for learners who intend to continue their studies in a third level educational institute. Successful graduates, through the Higher Education Links Scheme, may work towards a diploma or degree in nutrition, science or related areas.

For more information, click here

Course Charges

€100 registration fee.

Please note that course fees are subject to change.