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...

Hide-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. 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+Education: Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 3 when accessing a Level 4 programme. Applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education although no formal qualifications are r...

Hide-Education: Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 3 when accessing a Level 4 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 under direction with some ability to work on their own initiative

Expand+Location
BTEI Cork City
Beara Adult Education Centre
Bank House
Casetletownbere

Participants will need basic computer skills and must have access to a computer and relevant software outside of class time. This is an ideal course for anyone who...

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BTEI Cork City
Beara Adult Education Centre
Bank House
Casetletownbere

Participants will need basic computer skills and must have access to a computer and relevant software outside of class time. This is an ideal course for anyone who wants to up skill or for those who have very basic skills and want to gain knowledge in other computer applications with a recognised qualification. It includes theory, file management, spreadsheets, database, wordprocessing, graphics and internet & email. It also introduces the learner to Customer Service preparing for working in any work environment.

Course Content Title Award Awarding Body

Computer Applications Computer Applications (4N1112) QQI
Information Technology Skills Information Technology Skills (4N1125) QQI
Word Processing Word Processing (4N1123) QQI

Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have acquired a broad range of personal skills which will enable personal development and active citizenship, and/or to progress to employment and/or further education or training.

Start Date 18/09/2017
End Date 30/05/2018
Duration 32 Weeks
Monday & Wednesday Morning