Administration - Advanced
This advanced; 1 year course has been developed to enable the learner to acquire the required knowledge, skill and competence to work independently or in a supervisory capacity in an administrative role in the private, public or voluntary sector and or to progress to higher education or training. Learners who successfully complete the course will develop their knowledge and understanding of the IT management process and acquire the skills necessary to function as productive users of computer systems.
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
• Applicants must hold a QQI Level 5 Award in the chosen area.
• Mature learners (over 23) may be exempt from the above academic requirements.
• In addition applicants will have to undertake an interview.
Careers / Further progression
Employment Opportunities / Progression
• It is envisaged that Award holders will acquire positions in a modern office, preferably at junior management level, e.g. public and private sector positions in clerical, administrative, legal, accounts, data processing, health services, banking, insurance, payroll, etc. This course is linked to 2nd Year Office Administration in Tralee Institute of Technology.
• Eligible to apply for the BA in Education, Business Studies & Accounting MI1009 MIC St. Patrick’s Campus Thurles.
• Also, other Institutes of Technology and other Colleges around the country may be offering opportunities for further studies. Please check with the individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending or visit www.cao.ie
• Learners may apply for undergraduate advanced entry to 2nd year of a full-time programme at the various Institutes of Technology.
Further information
Fees: There are no tuition fees payable to the College by EU nationals.
Non-EU Nationals who do not meet the exemption requirements are liable for a full tuition fee of €3,653 as per instruction of the DFHERIS. The LCFE College Registration Fee, materials Fee and Exam Fees are also payable. The tuition fee is non-refundable.
** Some programmes charge additional materials fees where the cost of the materials used for that course are relatively high.
*Some programmes may have additional examination fees if they are being accredited by bodies other than QQI (eg City and Guilds, CIBTAC, IPU etc). The QQI Exam Fee for Level 5 programmes is €50 and €80 for a Level 6.
Exemptions
The QQI Exam fee may be exempted when relevant documentation is presented at registration.
Means-tested Maintenance Grants are available to qualifying learners. These grants are administered by Learner Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.studentfinance.ie. All applications must be made on-line. The College has a Grants Officer, who will advise applicants, as necessary.
Typical Modules
Administration Practice 6N4169
Payroll Manual & Computerised 6N4005
Word Processing 6N4977
Spreadsheets 6N4089
Communications 6N1950
Work Experience 6N1946
Supervisory Management 6N4329
Accounting Manual & Computerised 5N1348
6M5013 - Administration
Award: QQI Level 6 Administration 6M5013.
The Business Department has adapted its programmes to respond to the challenges faced by the Irish economy over the past number of years. The suite of business programmes provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of fields such as administration, accounting, marketing, management and enterprise.
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