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Interesting QQI Level 5 Course in St Tiernan's

Interesting QQI Level 5 Course in St Tiernan's

Michael Gallagher18 Sep 2019 - 09:37
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Office Administration

A good friend of Ballina RFC, Michael Moyles, has asked we inform our members and the general public about a very worthwhile QQI Level 5 PLC Course in Office Admin being run in St Tiernan’s College, Crossmolina.
There are a limited amount of spaces still available, which may be of interest to anyone who recently left school or, indeed, to anyone of any age in the wider community
Michael Moyles, is the course administrator and he can be contacted on 096 31236 for further information.

Modules currently taught in our PLC course in Office Administration are:
Title Award
Work Experience Work Experience (5N1356)
Communications Level 5 Communications (5N0690)
Business Admin Business Administration Skills (5N1610)
Database Methods Database Methods (5N0783)
Spreadsheet Methods Spreadsheet Methods (5N1977)
Text Production Text Production (5N1422)
Info And Administration Information & Administration (5N1389)
Word Processing Word Processing (5N1358)

Quick Summary of what each module entails

Work Experience: Students must find a work placement in which they must complete 60 hours, a diary is kept of experience learned while also the skillset of writing a C.V, cover letter and interview techniques are all covered. An excellent module for anybody wishing to prepare for or return to the workplace.
Communications: One of our most important modules, whether in the workplace or in a college environment it is essential to be able to transfer knowledge in a clear and concise way and also to be aware of the different types of communication. The module covers both written and practical aspects of communication and gives learners practice and confidence for public speaking which is very important for the third level where presentations are compulsory.
Business Administration: Is a module that covers topics relating to the business world such as organisational structure in different types of business, in-depth knowledge of how meetings are organised, ran and recorded and also looks into topics appropriate to business finance.
Information and Administration: Covers a wide range of skills needed to work in an administrative role, in this module students will cover topics like arranging an itinerary for a business trip, covering all aspects of business meetings while also learning about various filing systems and other office equipment.
Database Methods: Is one of our computer-based modules. A database is a large collection of information, the best example to use that most people would be aware of is "Done Deal". Students will learn how to build a database and also how to filter information from the database to generate reports and queries.
Spreadsheets Methods: In this module, we learn how to use the excel application in Microsoft, this is the most commonly used application for spreadsheets and has endless possibilities. The student will complete a project where they will design a spreadsheet to solve a problem with an existing system.
Text Production: We feel this is one of the most important modules although it has been discontinued by many third educational centers. Text Production basically is your typing skills, to pass this module you must be able to type at a rate of 36 words per minute and an accuracy level of 98%. Feedback from past students has shown that this is essential on any C.V.
Word Processing: Essentially this module deals with everything you need to get the most from Word Processing applications like Microsoft Word, the module deals with text manipulation, inputting tables, merge files, mail merge, headers/footers, application of styles and much more. Again excellent to have on a C.V. where the majority of jobs now involve a computer.

Hours - 9:15 a.m – 1:30 p.m. Mon – Thurs
Hours are set to accommodate people who wish to work part time, we start at 9-15 and finish at 1-30 from Monday to Thursday each week and school holidays periods apply to the course.
Course begins on Tuesday 24th of September and runs till the 12th of May

Award – To achieve the full award you must complete the 8 modules but a minor award can be achieved by choosing the modules you wish to do.

Fee’s
Description Amount Exemptions Total
Admin & Printing Costs €50 None €50

Government Levy Fee
€200
*Anyone with a current medical card or in receipt of BETAI or the SUSSI grant is exempt
(€200)

QQI Exam Fee
€50

*Anyone with a current medical card or in receipt of BETAI or the SUSSI grant is exempt
(€50)

Total Cost for Student eligible for an exemption

€50

Total costs for student's with no exemptions
€300

So if you are in receipt of a social welfare payment or have a current medical card the course will cost €50. If not the cost is €300 but is spread throughout the year to make it manageable.
If you have any questions please contact Michael Moyles at (096) 31236

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