English for Speakers of Other Languages - ESOL - Level 3
| Award Name | Level 3 Component Award (Level 3 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 3 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 3 Component Award (Level 3 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 3 NFQ |
Duration
24–36 weeks (1–3 classes per week). Duration varies depending on the number of weekly class hours scheduled.
Entry Requirements
Education: Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 2 when accessing a Level 3 programme. Applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education although no formal qualifications are required.
Aptitude: Applicants must have the 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 range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course and be able to work under direction.
Application process includes an informal assessment.
Careers / Further progression
Progression Routes: Students may choose to further develop their English language skills by completing additional modules in a wide variety of modules in further education and training.
Further information
Applying for a Course:
If you have any difficulty contacting the relevant person then please contact Donegal ETB’s Adult Guidance and Information Service in Letterkenny (Tel: 074 9178088) or Donegal Town (Tel: 074 9725520).
You can also email adultguidance@donegaletb.ie or complete this web form and our staff will get back to you: https://www.donegaletb.ie/further- education-training/adult-guidance/.
Alternatively, you can apply online through our website course finder, https://www.donegaletb.ie/further-education-training/course-finder/, or through the national FET course finder, www.fetchcourses.ie. If you are in receipt of Jobseekers Allowance, then your DSP Case Officer will be able to refer you to our courses.
Location: Various locations throughout the county.
This course is free.
The aim of this QQI Level 3 component modules course is multi-purpose. The course is ideal for adults whose first language is one other than English. The English language content is complemented by the inclusion of communications and computer skills, providing a more comprehensive programme of learning. The knowledge, skill and competence acquired on this programme are relevant to personal development and participation in society, community and employment and provides a basis for further progression. The programme covers the acquirement of basic knowledge, skills and competencies in a range of fields of learning including key outcomes in English language and ICT.
Modules:
— Communications / 3N0880
— English as a Second Language (ESOL) / 3N0870
— Internet Skills / 3N0931
Modules offered may be subject to change, relevant to the needs
of students.
Communications 3N0880
English as a Second Language (ESOL) 3N0870
Internet Skills 3N0931
Contact:
Finn Valley, Georgina Thompson
Tel. 074 9190610
Inishowen, Claire McNicholl
Tel. 074 9362466
Letterkenny/Milford, Emilia Niewulska
Tel. 074 9706097
South Donegal, Adele McElhinney
Tel. 074 9740181
West Donegal,
Dolores MhicGéidigh
Tel. 074 9180871