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Tourism with Business

PLC Post Leaving Cert
5M5011

The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to independently and effectively carry out a range of information, administrative and service functions in tourism-related enterprises or to progress to further or higher education and training.

Award Name Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Major
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 6 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) Major QQI Level 6 NFQ
Location:
Castlebar
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Centre

Duration

1 year (38 weeks)

Entry Requirements

Education: NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme.

CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English

Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.

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 with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.

Careers / Further progression

Employability Statement
The successful completion of the QQI Level 5 award in Tourism with Business will enable applicants to independently and effectively carry out a range of information, administrative and service functions in tourism-related enterprises.

QQI FET Links to CAO Courses

Course Web Page

Further information

Start Date: 07/09/2026
End Date: 28/05/2027

Mayo College of Further Education & Training is offering no tuition fees for September 2026, which covers exam fees, student consumables, and journals. This includes courses across campuses in Ballina, Castlebar, and Westport, aimed at relieving the cost of living crisis. Some specific courses or materials might still have costs, but tuition is free.

Means tested grants are available from SUSI. Please visit http://www.susi.ie/ for more information and to make an application.

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Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to independently and effectively carry out a range of information, administrative and service functions in tourism-related enterprises or to progress to further or higher education and training

Work Experience (5N1356)
Safety & Health at Work (5N1794)
Communications (5N0690)
Anatomy & Physiology (5N0749)
Care of the Older Person (5N2706)
Care Skills (5N2770)
Care Support (5N0758)
Nursing Theory & Practice (5N4325)
Palliative Care Support (5N3769)
Infection Prevention & Control (5N3734)
Biology (5N2746)

5M5011 - Tourism with Business

Phone: 094 9023134
Email: admin@ccfe.ie

Phone: 094 90 75000
Email: admissions@mayocollege.ie

Location:
Castlebar
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Centre