Course details

Introduction

The aim of this programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to engage with the education and training sector. This programme equips participants with the key trainer competencies to function effectively in a wide range of education and training environments.

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate with 5 passes or Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent. For mature students applications may be considered based on a proven interest in education & training. Entry may be subject to interview and depends on successful completion of an induction programme and Garda Vetting.

Course Content

  • Concepts in Education & Training
  • Interpersonal and Group Behaviour
  • Training and Development Concepts
  • Psychology of People
  • Approaches to Early Childhood Education
  • Peer Mentoring
  • Global Development Issues
  • Word Processing
  • Communications
  • Work Experience

Certification

5M3635 QQI Level 5 Education and Training

Course Structure

The course covers underpinning philosophies and theory relating to education and training. It aims to develop learner's knowledge of Irish and European training provision and also considers global development issues. Course content covers a wide range of educational and training environments, including: early childhood, young people and adults.

Career Options | Progression

This certificate course gives learners all the practical skills and underpinning knowledge required for a career in a variety of Education and Training environments. Holders of QQI Level 5 Certificate in Education & Training may progress to further study at Institutes of Technology/Universities through the Higher Education Links Scheme.

Evaluation

You will be assessed on the basis of:

  • Assignments
  • Examinations
  • Project Work
Updated on 08 November, 2015

About Monaghan Inst of FE & Training

There are many routes to a job and career success. Increasingly, further education and training are required. Universities or Institutes of Technology don't suit the needs of all - for some 34,000 Leaving Certificate and mature students, a place on a pLC Course is the preferred option. Courses are open to a wide range of participants including school leavers, adults and second chance learners, social welfare recipients, graduates wishing to re-skill etc

Monaghan Institute offers a wide range of further education and training (FET) courses. Each course is specifically designed for employment - the balance between theoretical and practical study is decided with the job-market firmly in mind. Close links with local employers and the community ensure that the focus of FET course provision is reflective of local needs and current/future skills shortages.  The work experience you complete as part of your training keeps both you and staff attuned to the realities of modern business/industry/commerce.

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