| Course Name |
Laboratory Techniques |
| Course Provider |
St. Kevin's College Crumlin |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
City of Dublin ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
5M3807 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Crumlin |
| Course Content |
This one year course is designed to give students a good understanding and appreciation of the Sciences and provide for the acquisition of relevant laboratory skills. The course also provides students with the opportunity to develop relevant life and work related skills. |
| FET Code |
5M3807 Laboratory Technique |
| Duration |
1 year |
| Comment |
Certification
The Course is certified by QQI
Certificate in Laboratory Techniques, Level 5.
Work Experience
In the laboratories of industries e.g. adhesives, electronics, fine chemicals, food processing, pharmaceuticals, as well as some public institutions. Work experience gives students a clear idea of what they can expect in a career in a modern laboratory and science related work environment. |
| Course Fee |
Course Fee: €300 |
| Financial Support |
PLC Grants
The Department of Education and Science has introduced a maintenance grant scheme for Further education students.
Application forms are available online at www.susi.ie |
| Interview |
Yes - February, March, April, May and early September |
| Application Date |
Application forms are available on request from the college office. or online www.stkevinscollege.ie.
Completed applications can be made to the college office from January to September 2017. You can also apply online - see link below. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Courses commence in September 2017 |
| Subjects Taught |
Biology (5N2746)
Chemistry (5N2747)
Physics (5N1460)
Mathematics (5N1833)
Laboratory Skills (5N2751)
Nutrition (5N2006)
Safety & Health at Work (5N1794)
Communications (5N0690)
Work Experience (5N1356)
Personal effectiveness (5N1833)
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| Mature Entry Places |
Mature students welcome |
| Entry Requirements |
Leaving Certificate with at least a grade C in Ordinary level Mathematics and one Science subject at Leaving Certificate or equivalent exam, although consideration will be given at interview to any well motivated student. We are looking for enthusiasts. Mature students are particularly welcome. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Third Level Links
Long established links with DIT and other Institutes of Technology, and with Irish Universities and British Universities. Successful graduating students currently enter third level courses in Science. The requirements for entry differ from college to college. Other link opportunities are also available. |
| Further Enquiries |
Tel: 01 453 6397
Fax: 01 473 0868
Email: info@stkevins.cdetb.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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