Childcare
Childcare
Childcare
Pearse College are delighted to continue our Skills to Advance programme which provides free upskilling courses for those currently employed in a business, childcare, healthcare or community sector. All classes take place online, one afternoon a week. IT support classes will be available to students throughout the course.
Course Content
- Creative Arts for Early Childhood (5N1769) -Day and time (TBC): This module aims to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to ensure that each child’s learning, development and well-being is facilitated through the provision of creative opportunities.
- Early Childhood Education & Play (5N1773) – Day and time (TBC)
- Infant & Toddler Years (5N1779) – Day and time (TBC)
- Equality & Disability (5N1273) – Day and time (TBC)
- Nutrition (5N2006) – Day and time (TBC)
- Conflict Resolution (5N0692) – Day and time (TBC)
- Understanding Special Needs (5N1709) – Day and time (TBC)
- Child Development (5N1764) – Day and time (TBC).
- Child Health & Wellbeing (5N1765) – Day and time (TBC).
- Children with Additional Needs (5N2396) – Day and time (TBC).
To apply or find our more simply email skillstoadvance@pearse.cdetb.ie or call 01-4536661
Certification
QQI level 5 component certificate in Early Childhood Care & Education (5M2009)
Duration
Part-time – September – December 2023
Entry Requirements
- Education: Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 4 when accessing a Level 5 programme. Applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education although no formal qualifications are required.
- 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.
- Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
Employability Statement
This is an excellent opportunity for employees to come back into education and training to develop and enhance existing skills and competencies.
Course Charges
This course is only available to librarians and is free. There are no course fees applied if you are currently employed.
Office Administration to support Childcare Services
Office Administration to support Childcare Services
Office Administration to support Childcare Services
Early Learning & Care
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.
Course Content
Modules include:
- Conflict Resolution (5N0692) – Day and time (TBC): This module aims to provide a Learner with the personal knowledge, skills and capacity to implement suitable strategies for resolving conflict. This module will be delivered online via Zoom.
- Spreadsheets (5N1977) – This module aims to to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to create and modify spreadsheets using common spreadsheet features. Please note this course is self-paced and online.
- Payroll Manual & Computerised (5N1546)
- Digital Marketing (5N1364)
To apply or find our more simply email skillstoadvance@pearse.cdetb.ie or call 01-4536661
Certification
QQI level 5 component certificates in Early Childhood Care & Education (5M2009)
Duration
Part-time – September – December 2023
Entry Requirements
- Education: Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 4 when accessing a Level 5 programme. Applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education although no formal qualifications are required.
- 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.
- Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
Employability Statement
On completion of this Programme, learners may pursue roles within the Early Childhood Care & Education sector.
Course Charges
This course is only available to employees working in the Early Childhood Care & Education sector and is free. There are no course fees applied if you are currently employed.
Logistics & Distribution (Skills to Advance)
Logistics & Distribution (Skills to Advance)
Logistics & Distribution (Skills to Advance)
Logistics & Distribution
Pearse College are delighted to continue our Skills to Advance programme which provides free upskilling courses for those currently employed in a logistics or healthcare sector. All classes take place online, one afternoon a week. IT support classes will be available to students throughout the course.
Course Content
Modules include:
- Spreadsheet Methods (5N1977) – Please note this module will be self-paced and delivered online; limited places are available.
- Freight Forwarding (5N2728) – Day and time to be confirmed.
To apply or find our more simply email skillstoadvance@pearse.cdetb.ie or call 01-4536661
Certification
QQI level 5 in Logistics & Distribution (5M2767)
Duration
Part-time – September – December 2023
Entry Requirements
- Education: Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 4 when accessing a Level 5 programme. Applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education although no formal qualifications are required.
- 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.
- Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
Employability Statement
On completion of this Programme, learners may pursue roles within the Distribution & Logistics sector which may include working as warehouse managers, facility management or international freight management.
Work placement / work experience may be a core feature/element of programmes in this field facilitating the enhancement of employability and transversal skills.
We are delighted to work with the IFFA (Irish Freight Forwarding Association) in the delivery of this course.
Course Charges
This course is only available to employees working in the Logistics & Distribution sector and is free. There are no course fees applied if you are currently employed.
Healthcare Courses starting November 2024 (Skills to Advance)
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 for November 2024 & January 2025
Applicants can select one or more modules: Click on link under course name to apply via fetchcourses.ie.
- Care Skills (5N2770) – Tuesdays from 2-4pm
- Care Support (5N0758) – Tuesdays from 2-4pm
- Care of the Older Person (5N2706) – Wednesdays from 2-4pm
- Safety & Health at Work (5N1794) – Wednesdays from 2-4pm
- Infection Prevention & Control (5N3734) – Wednesdays 11-1pm
- Work Experience (5N1356) – Thursdays 2-3
- Communications (5N0690) – Thursdays 2-4 (combined with Work Experience)
To apply click on the link beside each course. To find our more simply email skillstoadvance@pearse.cdetb.ie or call 01-4536661
Certification
QQI level 5 in Healthcare Support 5M4339
Duration
Each module is one afternoon per week for 12-16 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.