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Performing Arts - Acting

PLC Post Leaving Cert
5M5151

This one-year full time course equips the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge for performing and a desire to step up on stage, in front of a camera or behind a microphone. The course also explores the application of digital media and understanding the requirements from the other side of the stage. The course aims to provide the learner with the opportunity to develop key skills for acting in theatre, television or voice work while developing their confidence and talents.

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
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Limerick City
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
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Duration

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

QQI FET Links to CAO Courses

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Further information

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

(QQI Award Code 5M5151)
This one-year full time course equips the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge for performing and a desire to step up on stage, in front of a camera or behind a microphone. The course also explores the application of digital media and understanding the requirements from the other side of the stage. The course aims to provide the learner with the opportunity to develop key skills for acting in theatre, television or voice work while developing their confidence and talents.

On successful completion of this course learners will be awarded a 120 credit QQI level 5 Major Award in Performing Arts.

Learning Outcomes
• To facilitate the learner to explore Performing Arts with a view to re-skilling/up-skilling and exploring concepts and subject areas that may interest the learner in future programmes or employment
• To enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence in a range of core disciplines in Performing Arts studies
• To facilitate the learner to work independently in a range of Performing Arts disciplines
• To provide a programme of learning that is vocational in nature and flexible in structure so that the learnerhas the maximum opportunity to improve his/her academic and vocational literacy, numerical, ICT and planning skills while participating in the programme
• To afford the learner opportunities to enhance his/her confidence and ability to develop the skills to reach his/her full potential
• To facilitate the learner to further develop his/her interpersonal, team working, problem solving and time management skills, as appropriate, so that the learner is enabled to take responsibility for his/her own learning and to support progression including future participation in education and employment
• To provide the learner with vocationally specific knowledge, skill and competence at this level, thus affordingthe learner the opportunity to progress to programmes leading to awards at level 6 or above
• To facilitate the learner to reflect on and evaluate his/her performance while participating in the programme

Title Award Awarding Body
Communications Level 5 Communications (5N0690) QQI
Personal Professional Development Personal & Professional Development (5N2985) QQI
Event Production Event Production (5N1374) QQI
Film Production Film Production (5N0637) QQI
Scriptwriting Scriptwriting (5N18476) QQI
Theatre Performance Skills Theatre Performance Skills (5N4568) QQI
Acting Skills And Techniques Acting Skills & Techniques (5N5055) QQI
Tv And Film Acting TV & Film Acting (5N6046) QQI
Development of Key Skills
Building on Key Skills

5M5151 - Performing Arts.

Phone: 061578100 1800707077
Email: cfet.admissions@lcetb.ie

Alternate Provider:
Location:
Limerick City
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider