Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
The aim of our Pre-University Teaching course is to introduce students to the necessary knowledge and skills for a career in education or to reskill as a trainer in their own work context. The course is designed to develop a foundation of knowledge in the field of education and training, with a focus on interpersonal and group behavior, training and development contexts, intercultural studies, and psychology. Students will also develop personal and professional skills, such as effective communication, research and study skills, and work experience.
This programme is ideal for those interested in pursuing a career in education, from early childhood education to higher education, or those who want to develop the skills and knowledge to take on a training role in any employment context.
Certification:
QQI level 5 – Award in Education and Training – Code 5M3635
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Elective Modules
Concepts of Education and Training
Interpersonal and Group Behaviour
Training & Development Contexts
Intercultural Studies
Psychology
Personal & Professional Development
Gaeilge
Core Modules
Research & Study Skills
Communications
Work Experience
Modules offered may be subject to change due to resource demands.
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
This course results in a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.
To view CAO courses to which this award provides a direct progression route, click below:
QQI Code
To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
Further Research
National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)
The following data provides general information about this Award from colleges across Ireland.
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Career Progression
Graduates of this course can take on a training role in any employment context. In consultation with Education partners in Higher Education, we have designed this course to allow graduates who achieve the required results progress to University with a view to studying at undergraduate level.