Certificate in Office Skills

Leading to a full award at QQI Level 4 Office Skills

This course is for those who wish :

• To return to education and give themselves the opportunity to explore the options available to them, while gaining valuable skills and confidence.
• To explore and learn a broad range of knowledge and  organisational, personal and interpersonal skills related to office skills.
• To gain confidence in using technology in an office environment.
• To work in an office environment, call centre, reception, etc. 
• To gain a nationally recognised qualification.
• To progress to further studies at Level  5, 6, 7 and 8.

 

Entry Requirements:

 

Applicant should:

• Be a confident reader, writer and speller. 
• Have  completed Level 3 Certificate, Junior Certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Recognition of prior learning or work experience in the field may be taken into account should you not have a QQI Level 3 or Junior Certificate.

 

Additional Requirements:

 

·         Basic computer skills e.g. word processing, internet and email are required.

·         Be able to work effectively - in a group situation and independently.

·         Attend all timetabled classes for the duration of the programme.

·         Participate in all planned programme activities.

·         Study at home regularly and appropriately for the duration of the programme.

·         The learner must be able to participate in two weeks work experience to participate fully on this programme.

·         Attend Study Revision Skills course.

 

Eligibility Criteria: 

 

The course is free to participants who:

 

·         Are in receipt of any DSP payment or have a medical card.

·         Do not have a Leaving Certificate or equivalent.

·         Are on a very low income.

 

A limited number of places may be available to other participants.  See Co-ordinator for further details.

Programme Content:

 

90 credits required for Major QQI Level 4 Award.             

 

Mandatory	Elective
Communications -  4N0689	Information Technology Skills – 4N1125
Business English - 4N1108	Computer Applications – 4N1112
General Office Skills - 4N1116	Data Entry – 4N1113
Work Experience - 4N1168	Other electives as decided by KWETB
Mathematics - 4N1987
Book Keeping and Accounts 4N2267
Reception Skills - 4N1867
Word Processing  -4N1123
Spreadsheet Methods – 4N1120

 

This course takes place every in Wednesday and Friday 9.30-12.30 in Blessington 

Monday night in Dunlavin from 7.00 to 9.30 and 

Thursday and Friday mornings in Baltinglass 9.30-12.30

Learner Supports:

The following supports are available to learners who participate on this course:

• Study Skills Revision Class will be provided and is recommended for all participants.
• Access to KWETB Adult Guidance Service.
• Support for students through the Adult Basic Education Service if required.
• Wheelchair accessibility.
• Childcare may be available under CET Scheme.  See Co-ordinator for more details.

 

Application Procedure:

Places are allocated based on successfully meeting the eligibility criteria, learner need, learner suitability for the programme and places available.

 

Prospective students will:

• Fill in an Application Form.
• Attend for interview.

Progression Options:

Learners who successfully complete this course could work in the retail /customer skills area, Call Centres, etc.  The option to progress to further study at QQI Level 5 in various modules is also available.  Adult Education Guidance Service is available to all students.