Course details

To provide students with a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of information and communications technology

and practical typing and audio secretarial skills required in the performance of a broad range of administrative, secretarial and organizational tasks. Excellent career opportunities and further education advancements for successful graduates.

Modules

  • Audio Transcription (dictation - 40 wpm) - (5N1549 )
  • Bookkeeping - Manual and Computerised - (5N1354 )
  • Business Administration Skills - (5N1610)
  • Communications - (5N0690)
  • Database Methods - (5N0783 )
  • Text Production (typing - 50 wpm) - (5N1422)
  • Word Processing - (5N1358)
  • Work Experience - (5N1356 )

Course Info

Work experience takes place one day per week throughout the academic year in local offices where future contacts with prospective employers can be established.

Special Features

Learn to use a wide range of office technology confidently including Tas Books, Database and Internet, and develop speed in accurate typing. Enhance communication & presentation skills using Powerpoint and Data projectors.

Regular visits and presentations from HR departments from large businesses, banks and others from the local business sector.

Galway Community College reserves the right to make changes to any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the college and a student or a third party.

Entry Requirements

FETAC Level 4, minimum of 17 years of age at time of registration, Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied, Equivalent qualifications from other countries, relevant life experiences, relevant work experiences and mature students.

Updated on 08 November, 2015

About Galway Community College

Galway Community College (GCC) has been providing Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) ctheirses since it opened its doors over forty years ago and GCC continues to offer a wide variety of ctheirses catering for many inpidual needs.

their aim is to create a caring atmosphere where students are enctheiraged and helped to develop their unique gifts and talents.  Whether the focus is progression to higher education, re-training or skills development, GCC provides the academic and vocational skills that enable students to attain their maximum potential and participate fully as good citizens in society.

Over the past number of years GCC has worked hard to develop a high standard of further education, specialising in Sport, Childcare, Technology, Business, Music, Film, Performance and Horticulture. GCC takes pride in their reputation for professional delivery of learning coupled with a caring and friendly environment.  Mindful of changes in employment and training, they are committed to reviewing and providing ctheirses that meet students ever changing needs.

Located only ten minutes from Galway city centre and close to GMIT, they are a popular choice for students providing ease of access to all amenities and accommodation. 

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