This program is designed for passionate creatives looking to elevate their artistic skills and establish a dedicated studio practice. The curriculum provides a comprehensive education bridging the worlds of ceramics and fine art, offering students a structured space to explore innovative methodologies and expand their technical fluencies in drawing, painting, and pottery.

Throughout the course, significant emphasis is placed on observational drawing and the iterative design process, encouraging learners to make deep conceptual and technical connections across all three mediums. Graduates emerge with a refined, cohesive portfolio and the independent studio confidence required to pursue higher education art degrees or launch professional careers as independent artists and craftspeople.

This Advanced Certificate course is suitable for those who have already successfully obtained a QQI Level 5 or equivalent qualification in Applied Social Studies or a relevant field of study. The course is designed to provide an understanding of the many roles of social care, to develop the learner’s knowledge and appreciation of the duties involved and skills required to work successfully in a social care setting. Some learners with potential for academic progression may select this as a route to Social Studies degree courses in Universities and Institutes of Technology.

This course is ideal for individuals pursuing careers in journalism, music, game design, visual arts, or creative multimedia. The program focuses deeply on documentary production, contemporary storytelling, soundscape creation for games and film, and advanced audio/visual technology exploration. Students are encouraged to experiment with digital platforms, mixed media, and modern communication channels to craft unique, immersive sensory experiences for their audiences.

Providing practical preparation for both immediate industry entrepreneurship—such as establishing an independent media production company—and advanced progression into third-level studies, this course serves as an exceptional launching pad for degrees in the humanities, film, broadcasting, research, and sound production.

This Advanced Certificate in Business Management and Accounting course is designed to equip learners with a portfolio of skills required in the financing, planning, marketing & management of a small business whilst also providing the necessary entry requirements for entry to Third level. Business Management students may have the opportunity to apply for a three-week Erasmus+ Placement during the academic year where they may work in a European business organisation. This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May.

This one year Business Management with PR and Digital Marketing course provides learners with essential skills in planning, finance, and leadership. It also focuses on public relations, helping learners build strong brands and communicate effectively, as well as digital marketing to engage audiences online. Practical projects improve creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking. By the end of the course, learners will feel confident and ready for success in business or further education. This Course is designed to: Provide learners with essential business skills, including planning, financial management, and leadership. Develop expertise in public relations to build strong brand identities and communicate effectively.

The Advanced Childhood Early Learning & Care course seeks to extend students knowledge in theoretical approaches and provides learners with the skills needed to work as a room leader/supervisor in a childcare setting.

Graduates can progress to degree programmes at third level or progress directly into employment in the childcare sector.

This course will equip learners (who already hold a QQI Level 5 related award or equivalent) with a range of skills and knowledge to implement and deliver community development programmes in a structured and co-ordinated way. It also provides a gateway to further study at Level 7 or Level 8.

This course is designed to equip the learner with a high level of knowledge, skill and competence within a range of subjects related to the digital media and web design industry in which learners intend to seek employment or further study options in higher education. You will learn a wider range of areas in digital media production including: responsive web design, app design, digital film/video, digital sound, web animation and graphics, image processing and exploration of future technologies in the industry.

The aim of this one year full-time programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies required to work as an autonomous practitioner in an ELC setting and/or take responsibility for an area or room and co-ordinating the provision of a quality early learning and care environment.

Take your passion for working with young children to the next level with the QQI Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care, NFQ Level 6. Build on your level 5 qualifications and gain the skills and knowledge you need to excel in the ever-progressing field of ELC.

Building on your level 5 qualifications, the QQI Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care focuses on the holistic development and learning of the child. By taking a variety of modules, you’ll have the chance to further develop your knowledge, skills and competencies in the ELC sector, which can open up exciting opportunities for career progression.

The Early Learning and Care (Stage 2) course is designed to meet the needs of the growing childcare provision in Ireland and the Siolta Quality Framework and Aistear Curriculum. Many childcare settings are now seeking level 6 qualifications for their employees in line with the requirements of the ECCE scheme and new legislative requirements for the sector.

This is year 2 of the Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care (Level 6). Learners will be provided with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to supervise in a range of Early Years services for children aged 0-6 years. The learners will have acquired the knowledge, skills and competence to work as autonomous practitioners and to take responsibility for a room or area in an ELC setting. 

This Fashion Buying, Styling and Visual Merchandising course is the perfect opportunity to gain insider knowledge into the world of fashion from Styling to Fashion Buying, Fashion Promotion to Business Management including Event Management and Sales. This course enables learners to gain the knowledge, skills and expertise required for an exciting career in the fashion industry. Some of our past students are now enjoying careers as fashion stylists, fashion buyers and merchandisers. Students plan, prepare and participate in the annual GTI Fashion Showcase (fashion show and exhibition), a great example of GTI's projects for applied learning..

This is a second year fashion programme offered to students who complete QQI Level 5 Fashion Design. It allows the learner to advance their design, technical and creative skills. It gives the learner a stronger understanding of the fashion industry and provides them with the skills to succeed in the world of fashion. QQI Level 6 fashion has a greater emphasis on sewing and pattern making to facilitate learners who wish to establish their own business or label.

This Advanced Certificate course is for those who have already successfully completed a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Physiotherapy Assistant, Level 5 Certificate in Sport, Recreation and Exercise or equivalent. This course is designed to support both academic advancement and immediate career entry. It prepares learners for progression to Further and Higher Education while also equipping those who wish to enter the workforce directly with the necessary skills.The programme involves practical and theoretical sport studies and sports massage techniques to prepare learners for a career in sports coaching, personal training, physiotherapy, and sports therapy.

The overall aim of the programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to work in a variety of tourism related businesses, using specialised and creative skills to identify and develop entrepreneurial opportunities or to progress to further or higher education and training.

This course equips graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to work in the Accountancy or Financial Services sector. The ACCA qualification enjoys full international recognition which qualifies its members to work anywhere in the world.  All books and materials are supplied and this is included in your course fee. Students can sit the session CBEs in Rathmines College during the year.

This Advanced Fashion Industry Practice course provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the practical and business skills needed by fashion stylists, fashion PAs, design and retail entrepreneurs, fashion journalists, buyers, merchandisers and retailers. Trend forecasting and a solid grounding in contemporary and historical fashion equip professionals with the sensitivity to judge the ‘look of the moment’ before it happens. Technical skills in business, buying, retailing, styling, and photo shoot/art direction taught on this course will make the graduate a highly skilled fashion industry employee. Learners can also develop work suitable for a portfolio application to third-level colleges.

This course at DFEi allows students to build upon their existing foundation and develop the advanced craftsmanship skills required for the furniture industry. Focusing on more complex designs, students achieve a higher level of precision through advanced hand skills and wood machining competencies. The program integrates modern manufacturing technologies, including CNC routing, to ensure graduates possess the technical and practical expertise necessary to secure employment in contemporary furniture making and design.