Auctioneering & Estate Agency Practices
This course module is suitable for those wishing to learn knowledge, skills and competence in the principles, practices and the legislative framework underpinning best practice in the Estate Agency and Property Management. This will enable the learner to work in a professional manner in the Estate Agency industry and Property Management industry.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
10 weeks. Thursday 18.45 - 21.45.
Online version also available
Entry Requirements
NOTE: Learners undertaking online courses must have basic IT skills and have access to the necessary ICT equipment, software and Broadband capability to enable them to undertake an online course.
Careers / Further progression
This course will enable the learner to work in a professional manner in the Estate Agency industry and Property Management industry.
Further information
Our September 2025 courses commence week beginning 15th September 2025.
There are three ways to enrol:
Online: Visit collegeofFET.ie/mulgrave, scroll down to the part-time evening listing, select your chosen course, hit ‘APPLY’ and follow the steps. Or click the Application Link below
In-Person: Drop in to our campus and speak with a member of our Information and Guidance Support Team. They will help you enrol for your chosen course.
By Post: Send a completed application form with payment (cheque, bank draft, or postal order made payable to Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board) to Evening Programmes, College of FET Mulgrave Street Campus, Limerick City, V94 P232.
Please note: for security reasons, we cannot accept cash payments.
Tuition Fee: €240.
Discounts
20% discount on tuition fees is available to:
Individuals on Full Job Seekers Allowance/Benefit, Disability Allowance, or One Parent Family Payment.
Full-time Mulgrave St Campus learners.
Senior citizens.
Please note: Full payment is required to process applications. These discounts apply to tuition only (not materials fees). Proof is required at registration.
NOTE: Skills to Advance funding is available for eligible applicants in employment to up skill. Contact mulgravesta@lcetb.ie for more information.
BP080 Auctioneering and Estate Agency Practices classroom Based Course.
BP080ON Auctioneering and Estate Agency Practices Online Course
Course Description
• Summarise the key methods of selling residential and commercial property in Ireland to include auction, private treaty and tender
• Examine the role of the estate agent, auctioneer and property manager to include their relationship with buyers, vendors, landlords, tenants, financial institutions and developers
• Describe the legal structure and role of the management company
• Explore the roles of relevant professional and legislative bodies in the industry
• Explore the classifications of residential, commercial and industrial property and the lease types associated with each
• Evaluate the power of advertising through examination of advertising techniques and media used within the
property industry
• Analyse the location, accommodation and potential investment value to the purchaser of a property that is new to the market
• Create a press release and a brochure for the sale and letting of a property
• Design suitable marketing material for an auctioneering company and the properties on its books
• Demonstrate knowledge of the procedures followed from commencement of the sales process to completion of the sale
• Apply the concepts of both tangible and intangible marketing in relation to individual properties and the company brand
• Evaluate the sources of instruction for the property professional
• Analyse the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of agency within estate agency practice
• Investigate the service charge requirements of a multi-unit development.
5N3025 Estate Agency Practice
Enquiries can be made to adultedmulgrave@lcetb.ie or phone 061 414344