Developments in Adult Literacy - Microcredential - Waterford
The Certificate in Developments in Adult Literacy (10 ECTS, NFQ Level 9) is tailored for supervisory or management professionals in the Adult Education, Adult Literacy and FET Sectors, closely aligning with the ALL Strategy 2021 - 2031.
| Award Name | Minor Certificate (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | South East Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Certificate (Level 9 NFQ) | Minor | South East Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
4 months, blended.
Delivery
Blended mode i.e., online workshops and face-to-face workshop on our Cork Road campus in Waterford.
Entry Requirements
Applicants are required to have an Honours Degree (Level 8) or equivalent and be working within an educational or training setting.
Careers / Further progression
Further Study
Advance to complete other modules on the Masters in Education Management
Opportunity
Highlighting literacy as a tool for social transformation
Further information
Next Intake September 2026
The Certificate in Developments in Adult Literacy (10 ECTS, NFQ Level 9) is tailored for supervisory or management professionals in the Adult Education, Adult Literacy and FET Sectors, closely aligning with the ALL Strategy 2021 - 2031. It aims to equip participants with the skills and knowledge to address adult literacy needs through the work of their own organisations and to lead meaningful change in adult literacy provision. Highlighting literacy as a tool for social transformation, the Certificate in Developments in Adult Literacy focuses on inclusion and accessibility.
Unique Features
Participants will explore how unmet literacy needs affect learner access and participation, while designing organisation-wide approaches to eliminate these barriers. This programme encourages embedding literacy support across programmes and throughout all levels of the organisation to create inclusive pathways that lead to positive outcomes for learners, staff, and the organisation as a whole.
Certificate in Developments in Adult Literacy
Course Leader
Dr Caroline McGarry
Lecturer -
Email: caroline.mcgarry@setu.ie