Occupational Health & Safety
This course may be of interest to students who are considering pursuing a degree in Construction Technology which emphasis placed specifically on Occupational Health & Safety. It is also of particular relevance to those who have an interest in the renewable energy industry or for those who wish to progress to further study.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
This is full-time one-year course and runs from September to May
Entry Requirements
• Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent
• Interview
• Mature applicants welcome
• Applicants whose first language is not English will require a competency as stated in our admissions policy
Careers / Further progression
Progression to Higher Education
• Students who successfully complete the course may gain entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme.
The following are the most relevant courses;
ATU - Sligo
SG442 BSc (Hons) in Occupational Safety & Health Level 8
SG332 BEng Advanced wood and sustainable Building Technology Level 7
Please note that all QQI Further Education graduates who hold a major Level 5 or Level 6 award are eligible to apply for any IT Sligo programme through the CAO system.
ATU - Letterkenny
LY517 Building Services & Renewable Energy Level 7
LY508 BEng (Hons) in Fire Safety Engineering Level 8
ATU - Galway
GA470 Bachelor of Science in Construction Management Level 7
GA460 Higher Certificate in Science in Construction Management Level 6
Further information
The maintenance grant is means tested and the award of a grant amount is the responsibility of www.susi.ie
This Course Is Designed To
• Prepare participants for entry to Higher Education Colleges eg IT Sligo
• Gain practical competence in good work practices including adherence to health and safety procedures in the workplace.
• Allow the learner to develop the ability to exercise initiative in construction technology.
How the course is taught
• SligoCFE has developed a style of teaching to meet the needs of a diverse community of learners.
• Whenever possible, we use a Learn-by-Doing approach to make the learning experience more realistic and enjoyable.
• We provide learning supports that are tailored to meet the needs of individual learners.
Course Content
Safety and Health at Work 5N1794
Computer Aided Draughting (2D) 5N1604
Renewable Energy Systems 5N4975
Communications 5N0690
Work Experience 5N1356
Materials Science 5N1637
Building Construction 5N1570
Computer Applications 4N1112
Information Technology Skills 4N1125
Safepass Course
Opitional Modules
Learners may also have the opportunity to study Maths (5N1833) as an extra module.
5M5010 - Construction Technology
Certification
QQI Level 5 Award in Construction Technology (5M5010)
Please Note
A new National Common Awards System (CAS) is being introduced by QQI for Further Education and Training programmes. Sligocfe reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.
Phone 071-9145480
Email: sligocfe@msletb.ie
Web: www.sligocfe.ie
For more information
Phone 071-9145480 or email sligocfe@msletb.ie