| Course Name |
Security Operations & Administration - Supervisory |
| Course Provider |
Cavan Institute |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Cavan & Monaghan ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
6M4980 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
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Major |
QQI |
Level 6 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Cavan Town |
| Course Content |
This course is of particular relevance to students who are interested in a career at management level in the security industry. As part of the Security Operations and Administration (Supervisory) course, students complete an extended period of work placement in a supervisory capacity with recognised companies. In order to complete this element of the course, potential students are advised to hold or have applied for the security license required under the Private Security Services Act 2004. |
| FET Code |
6M4980 - Security Operations and Administration. |
| Duration |
1 year full-time. |
| Comment |
Certification: QQI Level 6 Certificate in Security Operations - 6M4980. |
| Alternative Entry |
Expand+Mature Applicants
Cavan Institute welcomes mature applicants who wish to return to full-time education. Such applicants may not be required to have the minimum entry requirements. The Institute will look for satisfactory evidence of the applicants a...
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Cavan Institute welcomes mature applicants who wish to return to full-time education. Such applicants may not be required to have the minimum entry requirements. The Institute will look for satisfactory evidence of the applicants ability to pursue and benefit from the course. Mature applicants should apply online to the Institute and may be required to attend for interview as part of the selection process.
International Applicants
We welcome applications from International Students. Cavan Institute seeks to provide an atmosphere where the international student can benefit both academically and personally from their time here. International students should contact our administrative office for further information.
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| Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Course Fee |
Please refer to the Institute's website for a breakdown of the course fee (see "Link to Course Fee" above).
*The Post Leaving Certificate Government Levy of €200 is removed for 2022/2023. |
| Financial Support |
Expand+1. PLC Maintenance Grant
Means-tested maintenance grants are available to eligible students attending approved full-time courses of further education in approved Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) centres, of which Cavan Institute is one.
Applications...
Hide-1. PLC Maintenance Grant
Means-tested maintenance grants are available to eligible students attending approved full-time courses of further education in approved Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) centres, of which Cavan Institute is one.
Applications can be made online to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie
2. Back to Education Allowance (BTEA)
The Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) allows people in receipt of certain social welfare payments to retain those payments whilst participating in approved full-time courses in further education.
See www.welfare.ie or www.studentfinance.ie for further details.
3. Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS)
This scheme allows unemployed people aged over 21 to engage in education and training without losing their benefits. It applies to all courses offered at Cavan Institute and applicants must be in receipt of one of a number of social welfare supports for at least six months.
See www.vtos.ie for further details.
4. HEA Fund for Students with Disabilities
The Higher Education Authority’s “Fund for Students with Disabilities” allocates funding to further and higher education colleges for the provision of services and supports to full-time students with disabilities. Applications to the fund are made on behalf of an eligible student by Cavan Institute following an assessment.
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| Application Date |
Expand+How do I Apply?
On-line applications for the 2022/23 academic year are Open (via link below).
A valid email address must be used as correspondence may be made via email.
Your PPS Number is also required as part of the application process.
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Hide-How do I Apply?
On-line applications for the 2022/23 academic year are Open (via link below).
A valid email address must be used as correspondence may be made via email.
Your PPS Number is also required as part of the application process.
What is the deadline for receipt of applications?
June 1st is the closing date for receipt of applications for first round offers. However, applications will be accepted and processed on courses where places are available following this date and second round offers will be made to eligible applicants who apply after that date.
View https://www.cavaninstitute.ie/faqs for more information on application process.
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| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Course commences in September 2022 |
| Subjects Taught |
Business Law
Customer Service
Word Processing
Business Management
Communications
Work Practice
Crime Prevention
Supervisory Security Management
Safety Management |
| Entry Requirements |
QQI Level 5 Award in Security Studies (or Equivalent). Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet this entry requirement but can demonstrate industry experience. |
| QQI FET Links to CAO Courses |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course in Security Operations and Administration (Supervisory) have found employment in the private security industry, with the Prison Service, the Defence Forces or progressed to training with An Garda Síoch...
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Graduates of this course in Security Operations and Administration (Supervisory) have found employment in the private security industry, with the Prison Service, the Defence Forces or progressed to training with An Garda Síochána. Graduates will also have acquired the skills to work in a range of contexts including facilities management, event management and hospitality. This Security Operations and Administration (Supervisory) course has been designed to meet the needs of the security industry in line with the terms of the Private Security Services Act 2004. Potential students are advised to hold or have applied for the security licence required under the Private Security Services Act 2004.
Further Study
Graduates are eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities (please check with the particular institution regarding local eligibility requirements).
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| Further Enquiries |
Cavan Institute,
Cathedral Road,
Cavan,
Co. Cavan.
H12 E426
email: admin@cavaninstitute.ie
Tel: +353 49 4332633 |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |