This one year course is an ideal entry level qualification for all aspects of the Marketing and Business world. There is a large demand for people with marketing and business skills in the world of work. This course gives students the opportunity to progress directly to employment or third level.

Have you a confident, outgoing personality and good communication skills? Would you enjoy working in a creative and dynamic environment? Want to learn more about how to use digital media as an effective marketing tool? Could you see yourself running your own online business? This course offers you the opportunity to learn and apply the fundamentals of marketing using digital media platforms including the web and social media.

In the recovering global economy where there is an upsurge in online business activity, there are excellent career prospects for self-motivated individuals. With this qualification, you will be well placed to take advantage of emerging opportunities and launch your marketing career.

This is a 1 year full time programme which provides learners with a solid foundation in the basic principles of marketing. Social Media, smart phones and technology are all playing an important role, in the fast paced marketing environment. Marketing is an integral part of the modern business and after completing this course learners will be equipped with a wide range of skills including research, pricing, communication and consumer psychology. this course would also be very valuable to those wishing to pursue further study.

The course will equip learners with the essential language and technical skills needed to succeed in today’s job market. In an increasingly digital world, effective communication and IT proficiency is vital for success.

Throughout this course learners will enhance their English language abilities and develop IT competencies, including digital literacy, software applications, selling practices and online collaboration skills required to transition to their future career.

This course will prepare students for entrance into Arts or European Studies programmes in Third Level institutions. It will also give students essential skills in two European languages: French and Spanish.

European Studies is one of the most widely recognised QQI awards. The award links into nearly all Arts & Humanities courses in all Higher Education Institutions in Ireland through the CAO. Examples of progression opportunities include Higher Education courses in the areas of Arts, History, Psychology, Humanities, Media, Law, Communications and Journalism. This course is a great all-rounder for learners who would like to explore the wide variety of modules on offer before deciding on what Higher Education progression route they would like to choose.

The Hotel and Catering course creates a learning environment in which the emphasis is on the practical application of the skills necessary to work in the dynamic and ever-changing sectors of food and beverage, accommodation and food preparation. Students will be given the opportunity to gain EHAI (Environmental Health Association of Ireland) certification in Food Safety. This certificate is valid for five years and it is a legal requirement for anyone working with food in a range of sectors to hold such certification.

This course will give you a broad skill set that can be used across the hospitality industry. A career in hospitality can be diverse, and the content on this course reflects the diverse nature of the industry, so you are equipped for the fast-paced, vibrant and customer-centred hospitality industry.

Along with Level 5 Major Award in Hospitality Operations, this course includes additional exciting modules:

Cabin Crew Operations:
With this qualification you'll gain an insight in the basic operations of a flight attendant, learning the skills needed to make announcements while on-board, respond to emergency situations and manage to flow of the passengers.

Barista Skills:
With this qualification you'll gain the knowledge and skills you need to prepare and serve hot and cold drinks in any environment.

If you aspire to a career in the Hotel and Hospitality sector, this programme will provide you with a fantastic introduction to the wide range of careers on offer. You will learn practical skills such as food preparation, accommodation techniques and hospitality, and a range of business skills to support your career ambitions. You can progress to careers in many hospitality contexts, including hotels, resorts, restaurants, events venues, cruise-liners and destination venues.

Hotel & Hospitality Operations is a PLC Work-Based programme, and part of your study will include work placements with our Hotel and Hospitality partners, where you will work with experienced colleagues, and learn practical skills in the business context. This programme leads to a qualification that will be your passport to exciting careers in the world of hospitality operations and management, including options to travel and to progress to Higher Education, and to progress to Level 6 Supervisory Management at Carlow Institute.

Hospitality operation will give you an outlook to all area of the Hospitality sector from Restaurant, Accommodation Menu Planning. Offering you the first steps in to Hotel Management.

If you are looking to begin a dynamic and fulfilling career in catering and the culinary arts then this one-year QQI level 5 course is ideal. Combining practical and theoretical modules, this program is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to secure long-term employment in the catering industry or to allow you to confidently pursue further education.

This one year course aims to provide students with the necessary practical skills and theoretical knowledge to pursue a career in Culinary Arts. All students participate in work experience where they practice their skills and gain valuable knowledge in the industry. This course was developed in response to the skills shortages currently being experienced within this industry in Ireland.

This course is timetabled over three days per week to accommodate chefs working in the industry.

This course will enable students to develop good culinary skills and pastry skills. Students will study Food Science, Food Technology, International Cuisines, Word Processing, Personal Effectiveness, Food Hygiene and develop an understanding of Menu Planning, Menu Design, and Meal Service.

This full-time one-year programme will equip students with the necessary skills to go directly into the workplace or to pursue further study in a culinary area. Culinary skills are in high demand in Ireland and abroad, so employment prospectus are excellent.

Work placement/work experience maybe a core feature/element programmes in this field facilitating the enhancement of employability and transversal skills.