Pre-Teaching - Education & Training
The aim of our Pre-University Teaching course is to introduce students to the necessary knowledge and skills for a career in education or to reskill as a trainer in their own work context. The course is designed to develop a foundation of knowledge in the field of education and training, with a focus on interpersonal and group behaviour, training and development contexts, intercultural studies, and psychology.
| 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 full-time.
Entry Requirements
- Leaving Cert or its equivalent is advised.
- Mature students are welcome to apply. Work/life experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.
Careers / Further progression
Employment & Progression
Graduates of our course can take on a training role in any employment context. We have designed our course to allow graduates who achieve the required results to progress to university with a view to studying at undergraduate level. Access a broad range of Arts and Humanities programmes in Higher Education institutes, such as Education and Training, Early Childhood Education, Education Studies, and more. Examples include:
DCU: DC235, Education and Training
DCoo1, Early Childhood Education
MIE: CM010, Education Studies
CM020, Early Childhood Education
UCD: DN530, Arts
TU Blanchardstown: BN118 BA (Honours) Early Childhood Care & Education
NUIM: MH801, Early Childhood Teaching and Learning (Part-time)
NCI: BA (Honours) Early Childhood Education
Our Pre-University Teaching course is designed to introduce students to the necessary knowledge and skills for a career in education, or to reskill as a trainer in your own work context. Enhance your skills, knowledge, and practical experience before progressing to higher education teacher programs. Access a broad range of Arts and Humanities programmes in Higher Education institutes, such as Education and Training, Early Childhood Education, Education Studies, and more. Join us and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in education.
Further information
Applications for September 2024 Now Open.
SUSI Grant
SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) is Ireland’s single national awarding authority for all higher and further education grants. SUSI offers funding to eligible students in approved full-time third-level education in Ireland and also, in some cases, funding for students studying outside of Ireland. Support is available to all types of students, from school leavers to mature students returning to education. www.susi.ie
1. Choose Your Course
To help choose your course:
- Visit our Programme Advisory Video on our website
- Read this prospectus or visit our website
- Visit the College (Advisory Meetings, Open Days, College Awareness Week)
- Talk to our Guidance Counsellor or Course Coordinator
2. Make Your Application:
When you have decided on your course(s) you should:
- Complete our online application form. You must have a valid email address, mobile number, and your PPSN number to apply online.
- All applications are acknowledged through our online Enrol system. The status of your application can be tracked 24/7 by logging into your Enrol account, which is created for you when you first apply.
3. Advisory Meeting
- Soon after making your online application you will receive an email and text from the College inviting you to view our online Information Session, or attend one of our regular Open Advisory Meetings where any questions can be answered in person.
- Admission to courses are advisory in nature, though some entry criteria apply to all our courses. Leaving Cert/Leaving Cert Applied or its equivalent is normally a requirement, though the College can look at individual cases where criteria may not be met. The advisory meeting also ensures that mature students (over 23) are matched to the right course.
- Following this session/advisory meeting, you will receive an email with details on how to accept your place on the course.
4. Accept Your Place
When you decide to accept your place:
- A non-refundable deposit of €50 can be made by credit or debit card through the Website. The College is a cashless centre and will not normally accept cash or cheques. If you have any issues making your payment please contact the college.
5. Registration and Induction
- Induction and orientation sessions take place at the commencement of courses in September.
- The College will notify applicants of induction and commencement dates, details of fees and the academic calendar.
The aim of our Pre-University Teaching course is to introduce students to the necessary knowledge and skills for a career in education or to reskill as a trainer in their own work context. The course is designed to develop a foundation of knowledge in the field of education and training, with a focus on interpersonal and group behaviour, training and development contexts, intercultural studies, and psychology. Students will also develop personal and professional skills, such as effective communication, research and study skills, and work experience. Our programme is ideal for those interested in pursuing a career in education, from early childhood education to higher education, or those who want to develop the skills and knowledge to take on a training role in any employment context.
Core Modules:
Research & Study Skills
Communications
Work Experience
Elective Modules:
Concepts of Education and Training
Interpersonal and Group Behaviour
Training & Development Contexts
Intercultural Studies
Psychology
Personal & Professional Development
Modules offered may be subject to change due to resource demands.
Work Experience
There is a minimum of two weeks’ work experience placement included in this course. This work experience may be as a trainer in a work place setting or in a college as a classroom assistants.
5M3635 - Education and Training.
Certification: QQI level 5 - Award in Education and Training - Code 5M3635
Dundrum College of Further Education,
Dundrum Main Street,
Dundrum,
Dublin 14,
D14 HD83
Email: info@dcfe.ie
Tel: +353 1 298 5412