| Course Name |
Career Guidance for Parents/Guardians of Leaving Cert Students |
| Course Provider |
Cavan Institute |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Cavan & Monaghan ETB |
| Course Code |
112120 (Assigned by Qualifax. Not an official code) |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Evening |
| Location (Districts) |
Cavan Town |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Open Evening 28th September 2021
Approx. Start Date: Tuesday 2nd Nov 21
(Applicants will receive confirmation of actual start date by text) |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
4 weeks. Tue 7 - 9.30pm |
| Course Fee |
€80 |
| Course Content |
Expand+This course is designed for the parents or guardians of leaving cert students who wish to inform themselves about the wide range of options available upon completion of the leaving cert.
Course Outline:
Week 1: CAO
What is CAO
How to complete...
Hide-This course is designed for the parents or guardians of leaving cert students who wish to inform themselves about the wide range of options available upon completion of the leaving cert.
Course Outline:
Week 1: CAO
What is CAO
How to complete the application form
What is the NFQ ladder and how to make use of it
The offer and Acceptance Stage
HEAR/DARE applications
Common mistakes and tips for success
Week 2: PLC
What are PLC courses
Reasons to study a PLC
Using a PLC as a route to 3rd Level
Benefits of completing a PLC prior to 3rd level study
Using a PLC as a route to employment
Benefits of completing a PLC prior to employment
What's available in the locality
How to find and apply for a PLC course
How to apply to CAO using a PLC qualification
Week 3: Apprenticeships/Traineeships
What is an Apprenticeship?
Traditional vs New Apprenticeships: What's the difference?
How apprenticeships differ from further & higher education
Steps to securing an apprenticeships
What employers want/finding an employer
Entry requirements
Benefits of undertaking an Apprenticeships
How does an apprenticeship differ from a traineeship?
Week 4: Study Abroad Options/Student Finance
Reasons to consider studying abroad
Things to consider if wishing to study abroad
Study in the UK or Europe - how to find courses, fees, student loans, applying via UCAS, personal statement, offer stage etc
Student Finance: the cost of going to college, SUSI Grants, Free Fees initiative, Scholarships
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| Further Enquiries |
Phone: +353 049 437 7940
E-mail: lifelong@cavaninstitute.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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