Executive Secretary PA
This popular long-running course enables learners to gain employment in industry. Students are equipped with essential IT and administrative skills together with business and legal terminology in order to work in general administration.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Careers / Further progression
Careers and Opportunities
Graduates can find employment in administration including digital marketing, medical practices, hospitals, dentists, civil service, public sector, solicitors’ offices, local authorities, financial services industries or any business requiring a high level of administrative skills. Students who have attained their full QQI Level 5 award may have an opportunity to progress to the Marketing & Event Management course in Marino College. In addition, students who are interested in further study can apply through the QQI link scheme to progress to Higher Education in a third level college.
Further information
Start Date: September 2026.
Registration Fee: €100.
Student Grants
Eligible students can apply for a SUSI Grant to assist with course costs. Please contact SUSI.ie for further information.
View https://www.cathalbrughafet.ie/general-information for other grants and supports.
Apply online. Please see "Application Weblink" above.
Course Overview
This popular long-running course enables learners to gain employment in industry, students are equipped with essential IT and administrative skills together with business and legal terminology in order to work in general administration. Legal Practice and Procedures gives students a foundation in legal terms and basic law terminology. Learners develop practical skills required to work in a medical, dental or healthcare setting. It is an excellent pre-university option for students wishing to progress to a third level course.
This course is aimed at:
• School leavers
• Those who want to work in administration
• Those who are in the workforce but now need to update their skills for a career change
• Pre-university
• Those who want to develop their IT skills
Student Experience
• Opportunity to study medical and legal administration
• Work Experience (can be completed in a wide variety of sectors)
• College links with industry for work experience
• Workshops in CV Preparation and Interview Preparation
• Excellent job opportunities
Certification: QQI Level 5 Certificate in Office Administration.
Modules List:
Text Production
Word Processing
Information Administration
Work Experience
Communications
Spreadsheet Methods
Legal Practice & Procedures
Audio Transcription
Please note the components listed above may vary occasionally.
5M1997 - Office Administration
Cathal Brugha FET Campus
76 Marlborough Street, Dublin 1, D01 X8V0
T: 01 533 7126
E: info@kmcfe.cdetb.ie
North Strand Campus
171 North Strand Road, Dublin 1, D01 Y160
T: 01 855 7116
F: 01 855 4064