| Course Name |
Computer Application & Technology |
| Course Provider |
Mullingar Community College |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Longford & Westmeath ETB |
| Course Code |
5M2067 |
| 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 |
| Location (Districts) |
Mullingar |
| Course Content |
Course Description
This is a one year course leading to a professional qualification for those wishing to pursue a career in the smart business area.
It provides students with the skills required to work in a modern smart business environment. |
| FET Code |
5M2067 - Information Processing |
| Duration |
1 year |
| Comment |
Course Certification
This course provides learners with a Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) certificate Level 5. Learners also complete an ECDL certificate. |
| Course Fee |
Course Fees 2017/2018
Registration fee (all courses)€50
Student service Fee (All courses)€50
Beauty Therapy kit (Beauty Therapy course only) €560
Additional Fees and Charges 2017/18
Programme Participant Contribution (Government levy on all PLC Courses) €200 Exempt: BTEA, Medical Card Holders & Grant Holders
QQI Exam fees (all courses) €50 Exempt: Medical Card Holders
CIBTAC Exam Fees (Beauty therapy Course Only) €300 approx |
| Financial Support |
Learners taking further education courses are eligible for PLC maintenance grants. These grants are means tested and depend on individual circumstances. Students should apply on line to www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie
Students attending our courses may also be eligible for Department of Social Protection allowances. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Start Date: 11/09/2017 |
| Subjects Taught |
Course Content
•Web Design
•The Internet
•Information and Communication Systems
•Spreadsheet Methods
•Database Methods
•Word Processing
•Mathematics
*Work Experience
*Professional Presentation Skills
This course provides learners with a Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) certificate Level 5. Learners also complete an ECDL certificate. |
| Entry Requirements |
All applicants will be considered subject to interview. If the Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied has been completed, details should be submitted with your application. Mature learners may be exempt from the academic requirements. This course is intensive and requires applicants to have a high level of ability, enthusiasm and commitment. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Progression
Whilst employment may be sought after this one year course, learners can elect to progress further and avail of our specially devised level 6 Advanced Business Management course here at Mullingar Community College, with the option to progress into second year in Athlone IT. |
| Further Enquiries |
For further details contact
Ms Elaine Kelly, PLC Coordinator,
eoreilly.mcc@lwetb.ie
Tel: 044 9340786 |
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