Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme - VTOS
The VTOS Scheme provides a range of courses to help people who are unemployed re-enter the workforce.
| Award Name | Level 3 Certificate (Level 3 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 3 NFQ |
| Award Name | Level 4 Certificate (Level 4 NFQ) |
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 4 NFQ |
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 3 Certificate (Level 3 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 3 NFQ |
| Level 4 Certificate (Level 4 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 4 NFQ |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
What is VTOS
Duration
The courses are full-time and are usually delivered over two academic years on a full-time basis of 30 hours per week.
Eligibility
At least 21 years of age
On a qualifying social welfare payment for a minimum of six months
Assistance with books and materials is provided
You may also be entitled to related allowances e.g. travel, meal, national childcare scheme
Further information
Kilkenny and Carlow.
The courses aim to help participants to improve their level of education, gain certification, develop their skills and prepare for employment, self-employment and further education and training.
Some examples include ICT, Art and Design, Business Administration, Childcare and Digital Media. The courses lead to a range of awards across NFQ levels.
VTOS CARLOW
1-3 Granby Row, Carlow.
Phone: 059-9140311
Fax: 059-9140660
Email: info@vtoscarlow.ie
VTOS Kilkenny
Bishop Birch Training Centre
Waterford Road
Kilkenny
R95 D8HT
Geraldine Moran
056 7764719
acarrigan@kcetb.ie