Laboratory Technician Analyst - Pathway Apprenticeship
The purpose of this award is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge skill and competence to work independently and under supervision in a science laboratory and to progress onto a Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship or a Laboratory Analyst Apprenticeship. Learners can also progress to a range of courses in higher education and training. Please see careersportal.ie for further information
| 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. from September to May
Entry Requirements
Education: No formal education or qualifications are required although applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 4 when accessing a Level 5 programme.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
Careers / Further progression
Employability Statement
On completion of this Programme, learners may pursue a variety of roles in the biopharma, cosmetic science, food science, physical and mathematical sciences, medical devices, education and research, environmental science, human biology and health sectors.
Work placement / work experience may be a core feature/element of programmes in this field facilitating the enhancement of employability and transversal skills.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competency to work independently and under supervision in a range of construction and engineering sectors.
Further information
15
Mature students welcome
Course Charges
€300 or €250 (with valid Medical Card).
This course is free to VTOS applicants, for more information email ciara.bowes@pearse.cdetb.ie
Please note fees are subject to change.
There are only 15 places available on this course.
Students undertaking any full time Further Education course may apply for a means tested PLC maintenance grant. Apply online at www.susi.ie
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Applications for courses starting in September 2023 are now open.
Course Content:
Work Experience (5N1356)
Mathematics (5N1833)
Communications (5N0690)
Biology (5N2746)
Laboratory Skills (5N2751)
Chemistry (5N2747)
Food Chemistry (5N2748)
Microbiology (5N0737)
5M3807 Laboratory Techniques
Cetification: QQI level 5 in Laboratory Techniques - 5M3807.
Pearse College of Further Education
Clogher Road, Crumlin,
Dublin 12.
Phone: (01) 453 6661 or 01 454 1544
Email: information@pearse.cdetb.ie
Web: www.pearsecollege.ie