Information Technology & Office Skills - eBusiness
The IT and Office Skills course has been designed to give participants an opportunity to gain skills that will enable them to secure an admin job or to move on to third level education.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | Microsoft Office Specialist MOS |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Microsoft |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
| Microsoft Office Specialist MOS | Microsoft |
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
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.
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.
Information Technology and Office Skills
The IT and Office Skills course has been designed to give participants an opportunity to gain skills that will enable them to secure an admin job or to move on to third level education. Participants will work towards achieving a QQI Level 5 Major Award in Business. This may include the completion of the ECDL for those participants who do not already have one.
Students progress through the programme at a pace which is suited to their individual needs and abilities. Students’ progression will be planned with each individual through the Individual Action Planning (IAP) and monthly review processes. Skills needed in the workplace are acquired through a combination of practical demonstration, instruction, supervised practice, etc.
Certification: ICDL, Microsoft Office Specialist, QQI Level 5 Major Award in eBusiness (5M0828)
eBusiness
Microsoft Office Specialist
5M0828 eBusiness
National Learning Network – Raheen
Val Real
Raheen Business Park, Raheen,
Limerick.
Tel: 061 229 777
Email: limerick@nln.ie