Expand+Back To Education Initiative (BTEI)

The BTEI provides part-time Further Education programmes for young people and adults. It aims to give participants an opportunity to combine a return to learning with family, work and other responsibilities. Pro...

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The BTEI provides part-time Further Education programmes for young people and adults. It aims to give participants an opportunity to combine a return to learning with family, work and other responsibilities. Programmes are offered in partnership with a number of agencies throughout the country on a flexible part-time basis. Classes are offered throughout the year in the morning, afternoons, evenings or weekends. Courses lead to a range of accreditation at levels 1-6 on the NFQ.

Expand+This is a fresh new approach, based on a flexible menu that allows you to pick and choose the courses that you want from a list of options. You can choose to undertake 1 course and attend 1 afternoon per week or you can do 2, 3 or 4 courses at a time...

Hide-This is a fresh new approach, based on a flexible menu that allows you to pick and choose the courses that you want from a list of options. You can choose to undertake 1 course and attend 1 afternoon per week or you can do 2, 3 or 4 courses at a time. You can choose to undertake courses from the same general area or you could choose from a mixture of sectors.

Applicants should have a minimum of a Leaving Certificate or equivalent.

Modules

Tuesday
N.B. All subjects start at 2.00 pm.
◾Spreadsheets
◾English as a Second Language
◾Children with Additional Needs

Wednesday
N.B. All subjects start at 2.00 pm.
◾Care Support

Thursday
N.B. All subjects start at 2.00 pm.
◾Child Development
◾Printmaking
◾Body Massage and Figure Analysis

Friday
N.B. All subjects start at 2.00 pm.
◾IT Skills
◾Criminology
◾Care of the Older Person
◾Reflexology

How long is the course for?
The courses are run on 4 afternoons per week - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday and there are 12 classes per course.

What do I get out of it?
The courses are certified by FETAC at Level 4 or 5.

Key Facts
The courses are part of the Back To Education Initiative (BTEI). The BTEI provides opportunities to return to learning for adults and young people who wish to upgrade their skills.

How do I apply?
Applications for the Flexi 4 part-time courses starting in January 2017 are now being accepted. Please apply online and you will be contacted shortly regarding the start dates and times.

Email: flexi4@pearsecollege.ie