| Course Name |
Science & Laboratory Techniques |
| Course Provider |
Monaghan Institute |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Cavan & Monaghan ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
5M3807 STE3 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Monaghan Town |
| Course Content |
Expand+Course Overview
This course provides training for learners who wish to follow a career in Science. Through this course you can develop skills and competencies in the preparation, use and maintenance of laboratory equipment to perform a range of labo...
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This course provides training for learners who wish to follow a career in Science. Through this course you can develop skills and competencies in the preparation, use and maintenance of laboratory equipment to perform a range of laboratory procedures.
Is This Course Right For You?
This course provides an introduction to the world of science and covers a variety of subjects related to laboratory and physical sciences. It is suitable for learners who wish to train for employment as a laboratory assistant. The course will also equip learners with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to access science based degree programmes in third level institutions.
What Will You Study?
The course focuses on a range of science related subjects. Practical laboratory sessions will form an integral part of the programme. A minimum of 10 days’ work placement must be completed.
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| FET Code |
5M3807 - Laboratory Techniques |
| Duration |
1 year full-time. |
| Comment |
Qualifications Obtained:
5M3807 - QQI Level 5 Laboratory Techniques |
| Link to Course Fee |
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| Course Fee |
QQI Exam Fee € 50.00
Administration Fee € 50.00
Capitation Fee €130.00
There may be additional fee for specialist equipment & field trips |
| Financial Support |
Full-time learners may be eligible to apply for PLC maintenance grants, which are means tested. For further details, visit www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie where applications can be made online or downloaded. |
| Application Date |
Expand+You can apply online now. Applications close in October each year and reopen for the next academic year in January.
Monaghan Institute operates a policy of selection and admission of learners that is, at all stages and in all ways, equitable, tran...
Hide-You can apply online now. Applications close in October each year and reopen for the next academic year in January.
Monaghan Institute operates a policy of selection and admission of learners that is, at all stages and in all ways, equitable, transparent and accountable and respects the rights and dignity of applicants. The process for gaining access to full time courses at Monaghan Institute consists of several sequential stages:
Application
Interview (where applicable)
Selection and notification
Registration
Induction (where applicable)
Garda Vetting (where applicable)
Monaghan Institute operates under the CMETB FET Admissions Policy, which is available on our Policies page.
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| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Subjects Taught |
Areas of study to include:
Laboratory Skills
Biology
Microbiology
Chemistry
Safety & Health at Work
Mathematics
Communications
Word Processing
Work Experience
Additional:
Food Chemistry
Soil Science & Growing Media |
| Entry Requirements |
Leaving Certificate with five O6 grades (or five passes pre 2017) or equivalent is the standard entry requirement for Level 5 courses. Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Award are also acceptable on the majority of Level 5 courses.
Some courses have subject specific requirements and these will be noted on relevant course pages.
A QQI Level 5 award or equivalent in a relevant subject area is the standard entry requirement for Level 6 Advanced Certificate courses. |
| Assessment Method |
You will be assessed on the basis of:
• Assignments
• Project Work
• Practical Skills Tests
• Examinations |
| QQI FET Links to CAO Courses |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Career Prospects
Laboratory Techniques graduates find employment in diverse fields. Here are some of the most popular career destinations you could progress to:
Laboratory Assistant
Pharmaceutical Scientist
Research Assistant
Agriculture
Biom...
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Laboratory Techniques graduates find employment in diverse fields. Here are some of the most popular career destinations you could progress to:
Laboratory Assistant
Pharmaceutical Scientist
Research Assistant
Agriculture
Biomedical Scientist
Degree Progression
There are many degree options available from this course, including:
College Course Area Level
UCD Science 8
UCD Agricultural Science 8
DCU Environmental Science and Technology 8
Athlone IT Pharmaceutical Science 8
IT Sligo Biomedical Science 7
TCD Dental Technology 7
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| Further Enquiries |
For more information on this course, please contact the college office.
Email: info@monaghaninstitute.ie
Monaghan Institute Education Campus,
Armagh Road,
Monaghan
Tel. 047-84900
E-mail: info@monaghaninstitute.ie
Visit our Website on www.monaghaninstitute.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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