On completion of this four-year apprenticeship, you will become a fully qualified carpenter and joiner, with a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft – Carpentry and Joinery.

You will go on to be employed in the construction industry on building sites, in a joinery shop or in maintenance and other areas like renovating buildings, shopfitting, exhibition/display work.

Many craftspersons use their qualification as a platform to launch careers such as managers, owners of businesses and instructors amongst others.

This hands-on course focuses on modern wood construction with a strong emphasis on NZEB (Nearly Zero Energy Building) standards. You will gain practical experience in energy-efficient building techniques, from airtight construction to sustainable material use.The course also introduces furniture making, giving you the foundational skills to design and craft custom wood pieces, blending functionality with craftsmanship.

Get hands-on experience in cooking, food service, and hospitality.

If you enjoy working with food and helping others, this course is a great way to start your journey in the catering and food service industry. The Catering Programme offers practical, real-life training in kitchen and customer service skills, all in a supportive and structured environment.

You’ll learn how to prepare and serve food safely, work as part of a team, and deliver great service. You’ll also get the chance to practice your skills on work placement with local employers, giving you valuable experience that can lead to a job or further training.

This course is an inclusive program designed for individuals of all experience levels Students are introduced to the fundamental building blocks of visual art—including line, shape, form, and texture—while gaining hands-on experience in painting, drawing, sculpture, and printmaking. The curriculum focuses on nurturing raw enthusiasm into technical skill, encouraging participants to express their unique creative voices through various mediums. 

This one-year full-time Art course is specifically designed for mature students who wish to deepen their existing art practices through a practical and engaging curriculum. The program offers a diverse mix of creative disciplines, including painting, drawing, creative ceramics, printmaking, and image processing, all underpinned by art appreciation studies. A key feature of the course is its focus on experiential learning, with regular visits to galleries and exhibitions alongside location-based field trips that allow students to work in various environments. By the end of the year, learners will have cultivated a clear personal direction in their work, providing them with the confidence and technical foundation to continue as independent artists or to advance toward a Fine Arts degree.

The one-year course in the Certificate in Business Studies (Level 5) will offer students an opportunity to explore a wide range of business-related subjects, allowing students to develop a comprehensive foundation in the key elements of business. Its structure ensures students are well-prepared for a wide array of career paths, employment opportunities, and further education upon completion. 

Dunboyne College’s Film and Media Production course is ideal for anyone with an interest in film and visual storytelling who wishes to explore the creative and technical aspects of filmmaking. It offers a solid introduction to key areas such as camera work, directing, editing, and scriptwriting. Through hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment and software, students gain the skills and confidence needed to begin working in the field or to progress to further study.

This one-year, 48-week traineeship provides a comprehensive blend of classroom theory and practical work experience tailored for the accounting and payroll sectors. Students earn industry-standard qualifications, including the ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business and the QQI Level 6 Special Purpose Award in Payroll Techniques (IPASS). The program features 12 weeks of integrated industry placements, allowing learners to apply their knowledge in real-world settings while maintaining a strong academic foundation at BCFE.

This programme has been designed to enable participants to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to carry out risk assessment for chainsaw operations including maintenance and sawing and be able to complete maintenance to the chainsaw. On completion participants will be able to outline the safe operation of a chainsaw during use including interpreting safety decals, safety devices fitted to the chainsaw and cross cutting operations and be capable of completing a number of chainsaw cutting techniques correctly and safety ensuring that the correct storage including cleaning, sharpening and setting is completed.

This programme has been designed to enable participants to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to carry out risk assessment for chainsaw operations including maintenance and sawing and be able to complete maintenance to the chainsaw. On completion participants will be able to outline the safe operation of a chainsaw during use including interpreting safety decals, safety devices fitted to the chainsaw and cross cutting operations and be capable of completing a number of chainsaw cutting techniques correctly and safety ensuring that the correct storage including cleaning, sharpening and setting is completed.

This specialized program is designed to provide healthcare workers and educators with the vital tools needed to support individuals with learning disabilities who exhibit behaviours that challenge. The curriculum focuses on understanding the root causes of such behaviours, emphasizing Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and person-centered intervention strategies. Learners will explore the relationship between communication barriers and distressed reactions, gaining the practical skills to create safe, supportive environments.

This hands-on, immersive sculpting workshop takes participants from concept and anatomy study through to a finished character bust over five intensive studio days. An initial online orientation covers design principles, materials, and preparation. The in-studio block then focuses on practical sculpting techniques — from blocking and anatomy to surface detail and final presentation.

The course emphasizes observation, iteration, and professional industry techniques in character sculpture.

The Chef de Partie Apprenticeship is an ‘earn and learn’ degree programme that combines on-the-job training with academic study in a Technological University.

A Chef de Partie is trained to: deliver advanced culinary skills in a professional kitchen; supervise a particular area or station within the kitchen; work on their own as well as train Commis Chefs.