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Skills 4 Life - Employability Skills

National Learning Network
3M0935

Skills 4 Life is a brand new course aimed at young adults (16+). This course covers a wide variety of subjects and gives students the opportunity to learn, explore and understand how technology can be used to enhance their everyday life and open up new job opportunities.

Award Name Level 3 Certificate (Level 3 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Major
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 3 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 3 Certificate (Level 3 NFQ) Major QQI Level 3 NFQ
Location:
Hollyhill
Attendance Options:
Flexible, Daytime, Blended
Apply to:
Centre

Duration

Our courses vary in length from six months to three years and you may get an extension if you need it.

The majority of courses are 30 hours per week, although some people attend part time particularly at the start.

Normally, the course starts at 9:00 and finishes at 17:00 Monday to Thursday. On a Friday courses usually finish at 14:30

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements. You just need the will to succeed. Some courses do have an assessment period, this is to ensure that the course is suitable for you.

Eligibility

Students on National Learning Network courses must be over 16 and under 66 years of age.

Careers / Further progression

What choices do I have when my course ends?
This largely depends on the type of course you intend doing. At the end of our courses most students can choose between getting a job or moving on to further education, or a combination of both.

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Further information

The majority of National Learning Network programmes are open entry, which means that you can start at any time of the year.

We will be happy to advise you of the details of your course when you meet with us.

All of our courses are free to students. They are funded by the Education and Training Boards or the HSE.

Do I keep my benefits?
Yes. You will keep the financial benefits you currently have. You should contact the secretary at your local centre if you have any queries regarding benefits.

NLN will offer you supports that will not only help with your training but can assist you in relevant aspects of your life. You will hold onto your current financial benefits and in addition you may obtain a training allowance from SOLAS or the HSE.

Skills 4 Life
Skills 4 Life is a brand new course aimed at young adults (16+). This course covers a wide variety of subjects and gives students the opportunity to learn, explore and understand how technology can be used to enhance their everyday life and open up new job opportunities. We explore how technologies e.g. Podcasting, Music Production, Editing, etc. can be used from anywhere with an internet connection. Students also have the opportunity to combine centre-training with online training through our e-learning website which will give you access to a combination on online subjects and resources. This course has a mix of practical and new skills.

Modules include:
Internet Skills, Digital Media, Career Preparation, Podcasting, Photo & Video Editing, Communication Skills, Music Production. Supported Modules include: Creative Exploration, Confidence Building, Personal Development, Work Experience, Job Seeking Skills, Literacy & Numeracy Supports, Health & Wellbeing.

3M0935 Employability Skills

National Learning Network – Hollyhill Cork City
Eugene Higgins
Hollymount Industrial Estate
Hollyhill,
Cork
Tel: 021 430 0144
Email: hollyhill@nln.ie

Location:
Hollyhill
Attendance Options:
Flexible, Daytime, Blended
Apply to:
Centre