Skills 4 Life - Employability Skills
The Skills 4 Life programme is a QQI Level 3 course that focuses on Digital Media and Gaming. If you enjoy Music, Video creation, Gaming, Podcasting, Photography and using a Drone then this course might be for you!
| 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 |
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.
Skills 4 Life
The Skills 4 Life programme is a QQI Level 3 course that focuses on Digital Media and Gaming. If you enjoy Music, Video creation, Gaming, Podcasting, Photography and using a Drone then this course might be for you!
The course runs for 18 months and during that time learners have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of activities that help promote social, communication and technological skills. Alongside the Digital Media aspect of the programme, some of the activities the current learners have experienced so far include: cookery, bowling, darts, art projects, fitness classes, trips to coffee shops and much more!
Our focus is as much on you as a person as it is on learning. You will be encouraged to make friends and interact with others at your own pace, in a calm and friendly classroom with instructors there to support and guide you as much as you need.
Certification: QQI Level 3 Employability Skills (3M0935)
The modules you will cover during your time on Skills 4 Life are:
• Health and Safety Awareness
• Communications
• Career Preparation
• Word Processing
• Application of Number
• Breakfast Cookery
• Digital Media
3M0935 Employability Skills
National Learning Network – Longford
Gary O'Neill
6 Grafton Court,
Longford.
Tel: 043 334 2255
Email: longford@nln.ie