Legal & Medical Business Administration
Students who do well on this course bring an interest and commitment to working in the legal, medical, or business administration sector. For those who wish to pursue degree level courses in Law, the course serves as an excellent pre university foundation to the core areas of criminal and civil law.
| 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 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year
Entry Requirements
Any student over 16 years seeking entry to this programme does not need a previous formal qualification. Should the student have previous qualifications, one of the following may be advantageous for admission to the programme:
- Leaving Certificate/LCA
- QQI Level 4 Award
- Mature students welcome
- If English is not your first language you may be asked to complete an English assessment
- Students who may not have formal academic requirements but who have the ability to successfully participate on the course will be considered. (RPL Recognition of Prior Learning)
Careers / Further progression
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Students who have completed this highly popular course have gone on to work in legal firms, the courts service, private and public hospitals, doctors’ surgeries, community health centres and in the general area of business administration working as executive secretaries/pa assistants. We also have an industry partnership with the Mater Private Hospital and St Vincent’s Private Hospital which has resulted in full-time contracts being offered to some recent graduates following work placement.
PROGRESSION TO DEGREE LEVEL COURSES
The course provides excellent progression routes to a wide variety of degree level courses. Students may progress to participating Higher Education Institutions (HEI’s) through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme. Graduates have gone on to study and are eligible to apply for the following courses having met the individual entry requirements.
Dublin City University:
Law and Society DC232
International Relations DC231
Arts (Joint Honours Politics) DC295
University College Dublin:
Social Policy and Sociology DN750
BA Arts DN520
BA Humanities DN530
Maynooth University:
BA with Law MH101
BA Psychology MH106
National College of Ireland:
BA Honours Business NC009
BA Honours Human Resource Management NC 005
BA Honours Psychology NC010
Cathal Brugha FET College:
Level 6 Diploma in Business with Project Management
Further information
Courses begin in September 2024
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
All of the courses in Cathal Brugha FET are provided through English. Therefore, for those for whom English is not their first language, it is necessary that they demonstrate sufficient competency in English, both written and spoken, to facilitate attendance at classes.
View College Admission's Policy for details. https://www.cathalbrughafet.ie/admissions-policy
MATURE STUDENTS
The number of mature students attending Further Education courses in Marino College is increasing each year and at present constitutes a significant proportion of our total numbers. Mature students are very welcome and Learner Supports will pay particular attention to their learning needs.
Mature students are welcome to apply. Formal academic qualifications not required.
For all courses, course fees are now free. All students must only pay a €50 non-refundable Registration/administration fee to secure your place; you can pay this fee through our website.
Student Grants
Eligible students can apply for a SUSI Grant to assist with course costs. Please contact SUSI.ie for further information.
Back to Education Allowance
Eligible students can avail of the Back to Education Allowance which enables students to retain their benefit payment while studying. Please contact your local INTREO office or welfare.ie for further information.
Apply online via link above
Applicants will be invited for interview at an enrolment session in the College. The purpose of this interview is to determine the applicant’s capacity to participate on the course for which he/she has applied. In some cases, applicants may be called for a second interview.
HOW WILL I LEARN?
You will learn through a combination of onsite modules that are assignment based and complemented with online independent study. You will also source and complete a Work Placement in a legal, medical, or business setting that gives you the opportunity to put into practice the industry skills you are acquiring throughout the course. Industry led Workshops on CV preparation and Interview Skills with Mock Interviews and feedback from industry professionals.
Text Production
Information & Administration
Word Processing
Legal Practice & Procedures
Medical Terminology
Spreadsheet Methods
Reception & Frontline Office Skills
Personal & Professional Development
Communications
Please note the components listed above may vary occasionally
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
A full QQI Level 5 Award is attained on successful completion of all eight modules. You will be assessed throughout the course (Continuous Assessment) and by exams in certain modules. On successful completion of each module, you will be awarded a Pass, Merit or Distinction.
5M1997 Office Administration
Certification: QQI Level 5 Award in Office Administration 5M1997
Enquiries: christine.falls@kmcfe.cdetb.ie