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Beaufort College - www.meathnightclasses.ie Autumn Term 2018 - Meath Night Classes
20% Social Welfare reduction
     on hobby style courses

Beaufort College

        Night Classes

    Autumn Term 2018

www.meathnightclasses.ie
       Places limited so apply early
Beaufort College - www.meathnightclasses.ie Autumn Term 2018 - Meath Night Classes
Beaufort College
    Adult Education

   Will start in September 2018
 The classes will run on Tuesday,
Wednesday and Thursday evenings

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Beaufort College - www.meathnightclasses.ie Autumn Term 2018 - Meath Night Classes
Enrolment Date For Evening Courses

      Come along to the enrolment night
                          on

 Tuesday 4th or Tuesday 11th September 2018
                          at

               7.00pm to 9.00pm
                          in

                 Beaufort College

                          Or

                Online enrolment
     Log on to www.meathnightclasses.ie
                          Or

 Post application form along with cheque/
    bank draft/postal order (payable to LMETB)
             for specific course to:
       Adult Education Dept., Beaufort College,
            Trim Road, Navan, Co. Meath

              Application Form on Page 31

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Evening Class Start Dates

         Accredited Courses:
       Tuesday 18th September 2018
     Wednesday 19th September 2018
    * Most leisure/hobby courses:
       Tuesday 25th September 2018
      Wednesday 26th September 2018
       * Some exceptions apply please see start dates on
                   courses descriptions

                  Contact

                Aileen Moran
     Director of Adult Education
                086-8204655
         amoran.bft@lmetb.ie
To enrol on an evening class please visit

www.meathnightclasses.ie

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ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES

         STARTING SEPTEMBER 2017
            EVENING CLASSES
Computers and Technology                                 Page 6 - 8

Languages                                                Page 9

Cookery                                                  Page 10

Arts & Home Craft                                        Page 11 - 13

Health                                                   Page 13

Beauty                                                   Page 14

Hobbies & Leisure                                        Page 15

Personal Development                                     Page 16 - 17

Accredited Courses                                       Page 18 - 27

         • Childcare Level 6
         • Childcare Level 5
         • ECDL Start Certificate (Page 8)
         • Irish Academy of Public Relations
         • Accounting Technicians of Ireland
Social Welfare 20% reduction application                 Page 29

Enrolment Terms and Conditions                           Page 30

Booking Form                                             Page 31

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Computer & Technology Courses

     Computers for Leisure
 Find out all you ever wanted to know about PC basic operation,
 Internet, safety tips, social networking, email, sending/receiving attachments, buying
 online, saving pictures etc. Suitable for absolute beginners and those with limited com-
 puter knowledge. This class will be small, slow paced with an easy atmosphere, limited
 places available so early booking is advised.

 Starting: Tuesday 18th September            Times:7.30pm to 9.30pm    No. of Weeks: 6
 Tutor: Olivia Clinton                       Max: 10                   Fee: €100 (Small class)

This popular course is aimed at those who have already have com-
pleted Computers for Beginners or have basic computer skills and wish to learn more
about the programm                                               ay. Learn the next level
in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, File Management and Internet & Email.

Starting: Thursday 27th September            Times:7.30pm to 9.30pm     No. of Weeks: 8
Tutor: Claire Roos Dooley                                               Fee: €100

    Microsoft Excel for Beginners
 Suitable for those with limited experience of Microsoft Excel

 Learn how to develop spread sheets for budgeting/ tracking, use formulas to add,
 subtract, pick out information and develop charts from data used.

 Starting: Tuesday 6th November               Times:7.30pm to 9.30pm   No. of Weeks: 4
 Tutor: Olivia Clinton                                                 Fee: €50
 Enrolment closes for this course on 28th September 2018

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Computer & Technology Courses

       SAGE 50 Integrated Accounts
Learn how to use Ireland’s most popular business accounting
software, covering everything from setting up the Sage system and inputting company
                                                          tting up Debtors, Creditors,
Products and Banking. Would suit small to medium business owners and those working
in accounts wishing to update their skills.
Starting: Thursday 27th September Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm            No. of Week:s 8
Tutor:    Martin Homan                                               Fee: €100

       Social Media
Learn how to in keep in touch with family and friends, follow the news,
latest trends, celebrities and share photos using popular social media
sites such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You will learn how to set up pages and
how to operate essential security settings.

Starting: Wednesday 26th September      Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm           No. of Weeks: 4
Tutor:    Teresa Coleman                                                  Fee: €50

       Smart Devices
Learn how to use android phones and tablets for sending emails, to
take photographs, for social media, installing and removing applica-

settings including mobile data tracking to monitor your data usage, power saving
modes and security settings. Course will include some information on new smart devices
such as smart TVs and devices and apps to control household heating and lighting.

Starting: Wednesday 7th November           Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm        No. of Weeks: 4
Tutor:    Teresa Coleman                                                  Fee: €50
Enrolment closes for this course on 28th September 2018

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Accredited Computer Course

     ECDL
Almost every job in today’s world requires computer skills and most
employers who look for basic IT Skills among job applicants, look
for ECDL/ICDL. Being able to say ‘Yes, I have my ECDL’ boosts your
chances of securing that new job or moving ahead in your current one.

Full ECDL is awarded on completion of 7 modules.

Modules

           Computer Essentials

           Online Collaborations

           Spreadsheets

           Word Processing

           Using databases

           Presentation Skills

           IT Security

Basic working knowledge of computers is required for this course.

Starting: Wednesday 19th September Times: 7.00pm to 10.00pm No. of Weeks: 25 & 1 Saturday
Tutor:    Barry Devlin                                      Fee: €550 includes exams
This class will run every Wednesday night from September until April 2019

Classes will be taught module by module with participants undertaking exam at end of each module

The fee includes registration to ICS Skills and exams.

A manual is required for this course, details available from Tutor on first night of class.

Unfortunately Social Welfare reduction not available on ECDL course

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Language Courses

Italian for Beginners
Over 20 million people speak Italian as a second language, would you like to join them?
This unique course makes learning Italian easy, interesting, practical and fun.It covers all
the basics and gives you th                    mmunicate with ease in everyday situations.

Starting: Wednesday, 26th September     Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm       No. of Weeks:     8
Tutor :   Anne Louise Duignan                                         Fee: €100

Spanish for Beginners

This course is aimed at those who have absolutely no Spanish and would like to learn basic
conversational skills to assist them on holidays.

Starting: Wednesday 26th September     Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm          No. of Weeks:       8
Tutor:    Maria Tenor                                                  Fee: €100

  Fancy a break? Canteen facilities
 available Tuesday and Wednesday night
                                                        ight
 refreshments.

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Cookery and Cake Décor Courses

Dinner parties made easy
(Demonstration and sampling)

Learn to cook quick, tasty and easy three course meals for your
friends and family to enjoy without any of the stress, sit back and
watch the easy ways you can impress and be able to enjoy the occa-
sion yourself. Dishes are sampled at the end of the class with a small
tasting. Recipes will be supplied each night for all course dishes to
include salads, soups, seafood, meats, vegetarian and desserts.
Question and answer sessions for all your cooking queries.

Starting: Wednesday 26th September         Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm          No. of Weeks:   4
Tutor:    Gerry Meade                                                       Fee: €50

  Cake Decoration
 This course is designed to equip participants with all the
 necessary skills to design and decorate their own speciality
 cakes. Participants will learn to use sugar paste
 and novelty animals, they will also learn how to crimp a cake, use moulds, make frills,
 swags and bows for birthday and christening cakes and other special occasions.

 Starting: Tuesday 25th September         Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm          No. of Weeks:
 Tutor:    Bernadette Black                                                Fee: €100

    Note: Participants required to bring own apron, piping bag and basic nozzles.
                  A materials list will be suppli        night of class.

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Art & Home Craft Courses

    Sew Easy - Sewing Machine
This course is for beginners/refreshers who wish to learn how to use a sewing

beginners or novice machinists who have a machine and wish to complete one of the classes
listed below.

Starting: Tuesday 18th September &      Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm                       No. of Weeks:   1
         Wednesday 19th September
Tutor:   Mary Kirwan                    Max: 10                                       Fee: €30
          Materials required: Sewing machine, a good pair of scissors, pins, and thread.

     Make and Alter your Own Curtains/Blinds
Curtains are an easy DIY sewing project. By making your own, you'll save money on window
coverings and get exactly what you want. Learn how to calculate window measurements and
amount of fabric require                       choose fabrics and linings to suit your re-
quire
headings.
Starting: Tuesday 25th September            Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm                  No. of Weeks:    8
Tutor:   Mary Kirwan                        Max: 10                                  Fee: €120
   Materials required: A good pair of scissors, window measurements for a small window,

              You will need to bring your own sewing machine from the 2nd night

     Make and Alter your Own Clothes
Learn how to use your own sewing machine, and save money by getting back to
basics making your own clothes and transforming your old wardrobe. Learn how
to take body measurements, lay, cut and read a pattern, assemble a garment, in-

Starting: Wednesday 26th September           Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm                No. of Weeks:     8
Tutor:   Mary Kirwan                         Max: 10                                Fee: €120
   Materials required: A Pattern, fabric, pins and a good pair of scissors
              night. You will need to bring your own sewing machine from the 2nd night

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Art & Home Craft Courses

   Flowers for all Occasions
Explore your creative side in a relaxed atmosphere. This course covers all
the aspects of Floral Art from contemporary to traditional arrangements.

Starting: Tuesday 25th September             Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm          No. of Weeks:    8
Tutor:    Mary Owens                                                          Fee: €100

                                                                            urse including oasis
                                                                    s must also be provided

     Introduction to Shabby Chic Design
Want to know how to reproduce a country chic look for your home, add a
bright colourful conversational piece and turn tired outdated furniture into
bespoke pieces? Customise and up cycle your furniture using vintage chic paint techniques
like decoupage, stencilling, distressing, gilding, chalk paint, waxing and crackle glaze.

Starting: Tuesday 25th September              Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm          No. of Weeks:        8
Tutor :  Marena Casey                                                          Fee: €100
    Materials required: two small pieces of furniture required which will be up cycled during the
  course. Materials such as paint, brushes, stencils will also be required, materials list available on

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Art & Home Craft Courses

         Art, Drawing and Painting
This course covers basic drawing techniques, compositions, colour,
tone and texture. Acrylic paints used. The use of oil paints are optional. Suitable for all
levels.

Starting: Tuesday, 25th September            Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm   No. of Weeks:   8
Tutor:      Peter Mc Kenna                                             Fee: €100

           Materials required: Acrylic Paints, titanium white, ultramarine blue, cadmium red
         and yellow, raw umber, burnt sienna, mars black & sap green. Brushes 2, 6,10 filbert.

                                       Health Courses

                 Introduction and Intermediate Pilates

Pilates is a series of exercises aimed at improving posture,
                                           y. Each week exercises are
progressed to increase stamina and endurance and are taught
and completed in a safe manner with individual correction.

Beginners class 7.00pm to 8.00pm and Intermediate class 8.00pm to 9.00pm

Starting: Tuesday 25th September              Times: see above         No. of Weeks:   8
Tutor:       Valerie Clarke (Chartered Physiotherapist)                Fee: €60

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Beauty Courses

         Introduction to Make-up
Learn to perform professional procedures on family and friends
using your own makeup. In this course you will get advice on
how your make up is working for you, matching your foundation,
colour correction, contouring, highlighting, sculpting, shading.,
eyebrows, smokey eyes, strong lips, eyeliner techniques, individual & strip lash applica-
tion, day & evening makeup, bridal makeup and make up for the mature lady. Great for
anyone with a passion to start a career as a beauty therapist or for your own personal
care. Participants can brin

Starting: Tuesday 25th September          Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm           No. of Weeks:   6
Tutor:     Grainne Buggy (La Royale Beauty Therapist)                        Fee: €75

         Hair Boot Camp
Want to learn all the up to date tips on hair                  lled course will
help you with all the skills to get that salon perfect look from an award win-
ning stylist. The course will cover upstyling, braiding, GHD curls, setting and
blow drying, as well as all the product and nutritional advice needed for
maintaining healthy hair. Participants to bring along styling equipment.

Starting: Wednesday 26th September      Times: 7.00pm to 9.00pm              No. of Weeks: 6
Tutor:    Carolyn Clinton (Award winning hair and beauty stylist)            Fee: €75

Card/cheque payment preferable, please
enrol online if possible, card payment
also accepted over phone on 086 8204655.
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Hobby & Leisure Courses

                           The Art of Photography
                  Learn all about your camera and how to compose a perfect photograph.
                  This course will show you how to take pictu
 light, and understanding what pixels are, taking pictures in daylight and night time,
 using macros and much more.
 weekend, to put into practice all that you have learned.

 Starting: Wednesday 26th September      Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm        Fee: €120
 Tutor:    Neil McShane                  No. of Weeks:                            day)

          Introduction to Creative Writing
We all have a creativity within, whether you are a novice or never put pen
to paper then this course is designed for you. This course will cover the
basics in each of th
poetry, journalism, writing memoirs, blogging and much more.

Starting: Tuesday 25th September        Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm       No. of Weeks:      8
Tutor:    Grace Vaughan                                               Fee: €100

          Bridge Lessons Stage 1
 Would you like to join you local Bridge club but don’t know how to
 play, well if so this course is for you. Learn how to play Bridge, and understand
 the terminology and rules of the game.

 Starting: Tuesday 25th September       Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm       No. of Weeks:      8
 Tutor:    Kathleen McSherry                                          Fee: €100

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Personal Development

          Mindfulness
The competing demands of our lives can be a source of stress.
We develop mindfulness by paying attention in the present moment,
using awareness of our breath and body, which allows us to slow our
busy minds down. A mindful practice helps us to respond more fully
to both the joyful and stressful details of life, giving us greater freedom and time to relax.

Starting: Tuesday 25th September      Times:7.30pm to 9.30pm                No. of Weeks: 8
Tutor: Elfreda Mangan Vaughan (BA, Master Pract. NLP, IAMC, IAMI)           Fee: €100

                          Participants will need to bring a cushion and blanket

         Introduction to Counselling Skills
 This course will interest those who are curious about counselling and/
 or considering it as an option for a future career. Participants can
 expect to get a taste of what is involved in counselling, some theories and some skills
 practice as a beginner. In order to maintain enthusiasm and maximise learning, this course will
 be presented in an interactive, experiential format with information hand outs and
 recommended reading list also being provided.

 Starting: Wednesday 26th September       Times: 7.00pm to 9.00pm           No. of Weeks: 8
 Tutor: Linda Breathnach (Counsellor and Therapist)                         Fee: €100

           See Introduction and Intermediate
                   Pilates on page 13

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Personal Development

                          The Power of Change
          Personal development programme for a better quality of life

This popular training program is designed for personal growth.
Participants will learn to design and implement a strategy using techniques to
integrate into their daily lives.
This programme is experiential and is facilitated in a relaxed and supported manner
with social support dealing with personality factors managing emotions such as stress,
and anxiety. The programme in cludes Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, stress manage-
ment, Self-Esteem, communication skills, public speaking, coping skills, breathing
techniques, progressive muscular relaxation, mindfulness, visualisation & mediation.

Starting: Wednesday 19th September            Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm     No. of Weeks: 8
Tutor: Margaret Jones (Counsellor/Life Skills Coach/Teacher/Therapist )   Fee: €100

Power of Change 2
                                                              from this
programme, this course is aimed at those who have done The Power of Change course
and wish to continue with their personal development.

Starting: Wednesday 21st November            Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm      No. of Weeks: 4
Tutor: Margaret Jones Counsellor/Life Skills Coach/Teacher/Therapist )    Fee: €50

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Accredited Courses

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How will QQI benefit me?
All Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) awards:
• are quality assured
• are nationally and internationally recognised
• offer access to further and higher education and training opportunities
• are recognised by employers

All QQI awards are part of the new inclusive National Framework of Qualifications
(NFQ), developed by QQI. This Framework brings greater clarity to the Irish
education and training system, making it possible for learners, employers and
providers to understand and compare different types of qualifications. All QQI
awards already have a specific placing on the national framework between
levels 1 and 10, allowing QQI award holders to progress more easily within the
system.
Employers will also recognise your abilities and skills because QQI awards are
quality assured.

What is CAS (Common Award System)?
CAS is a new national qualification system for further education and training in
Ireland. Known as CAS or the ‘common awards system,’ programmes leading to
these awards are increasingly being offered to learners. CAS awards are part of
a national commitment to the highest quality experience for you when you take
on a course or programme.

For more information on QQI please visit www.qqi.ie

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About Childcare Level 5 & 6
                                       Full Awards

QQI Level 5
Early Childhood Care and Education Full Award 5M2005

About the Course : To gain a full FETAC/QQI Early Childhood Care and Education Award
8 modules must be completed. It is a nationally accredited award in Childcare and
meets the minimum entry requirement for a range of higher education institutions/
courses.

Who is the course for?: The course is aimed at those who are presently working (or
hope to work in the future) in a Childcare setting. It enables participants to develop a
board range of skills and equips them with the practical and theoretical knowledge of
working in Childcare in a variety of settings: nurseries, crèches, playgroups, primary
schools and special needs areas. Work placement is necessary part of this Award.

Requirements Submission of course assignments and 85% attendance.

QQI Level 6
Early Childhood Care and Education Full Award 6M2007
About the Course : To gain a full FETAC/QQI Early Childhood Care and Education Award
Level 6 eight components modules. There are 3 mandatory components and 5 electives
from each of the sections in the Full Level 6 Award.

Who is the course for?: This course aims to equip supervisors with the knowledge,
skills, attitudes and theoretical un                                 ith
children and their families.

Requirements: Level 5 in Childcare or equivalent and also we would recommend a min-
imum of one year’s full-time experience working in Childcare and access to undertake
work experience as a room/team leader.
Submission of course assignments and 85% attendance.

Award, ie. complete 7 modules instead of 8.

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QQI Level 5 Childcare Schedule

                                   QQI Level 5: Proposed schedule
 5M2005 QQI Level 5 Modules              Module

                                         Code     Autumn 18    Spring 19   Autumn 19   Spring 20
 Child Health and Wellbeing
                                         5N1765   Yes
 Child Development
                                         5N1764   Yes
 Creative Arts & Early Childhood
                                         5N1769                Yes
 Early Childhood Education & Play
                                         5N1773                Yes
 Communications
                                         5N0690                            Yes
 Children with Additional Needs
                                         5N2396                            Yes
 Early Care and Education Practice
                                         5N1770                                        Yes
 Work Experience
                                         5N1356                                        Yes

                                   QQI Level 6: Proposed schedule

                                         Module

6M2007 QQI Level 6 Modules               Code      Autumn 18   Spring 19   Autumn 19   Spring 20

Child Development                        6N1942    Yes

Childhood Social Legal and Health        6N1945    Yes

Early Childhood Curriculum               6N1944                Yes

Equality and Diversity in Childcare      6N1974                 Yes

Team Leadership                          6N1948                            Yes

Early Learning Environment               6N1946                            Yes

Special Needs Assisting                  6N1957                                        Yes

Work Experience                          6N1946                                        Yes

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QQI Level 6 Childcare Modules

Child Development 6N1942
Aim of the Course
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence
relevant to the theory and practice of child development when working autonomously
and with others in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) settings. Child Development
is a core module if aiming to complete a QQI Major Award in Childcare.

Assessment Techniques
• Project 60%                       • Examination 40%                     • Attendance 85%

Starting : Tuesday 18th September       Times: 7.00pm to 10.00pm         No. of Weeks: 5.5
This modules will run on a Tuesday and Wednesday evening for 5.5 weeks
Tutor:   Marina Cunningham                                               Fee: €200

Childhood Social, Legal & Health Studies
Aim of the Course
This module aims to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the
social and legislative environment of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE), to enable
the leaner to devise, implement and evaluate policies and procedures that support the
health and wellbeing of children in the provision and delivery of service, when working
autonomously in an ECCE setting. Childhood Social, Legal & Health is a core module
if aiming to complete a QQI Major Award in Childcare.

Assessment Techniques
• Portfolio/Collection of work 50%       • Skills Demonstration 50%        • Attendance 85%

Starting: Wednesday 24th October        Times: 7.00pm to 10.00pm       No. of Weeks    5.5
This modules will run on a Tuesday and Wednesday evening for 5.5 weeks
Tutor: Marina Cunningham                                               Fee €200
Enrolment closes for this course on 28th September 2018

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QQI Level 5 Childcare Modules

       Child Health & Wellbeing                            5N1765

Aim of the Course

This module aims to equip the learner with knowledge, skills and competence to provide
for the health and well-being of the children and maintain health, hygienic and safe
practices and environment in a range of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)
settings. Child health and wellbeing is a core module if aiming to complete a QQI Major
Award in Childcare.

Assessment Techniques
• Project 40%    • Skills Demonstration 60%        • Attendance 85%

Starting: Tuesday 18th September       Times: 7.00pm to 10.00pm         No. of Weeks 11
Tutor: Joan Doyle                                                       Fee €200

       Child Development                       5N1764

Aim of the Course

This module aims to provide the learner with an introduction to theory and practice of
child development from 0-6 years. The component aims to promote good practice,
equality of opportunity and respect for diversity in lifestyles, religion and culture in early
years care. Child Development is a core module if aiming to complete a QQI Major
Award in Childcare.

Assessment Techniques
• Portfolio/Collection of work 40%      • Assignment 30%        • Examination 30%
• Attendance 85%

Starting: Wednesday 19th September     Times: 7.00pm to 10.00pm         No. of Weeks: 12
Tutor: Joan Doyle                                                       Fee: €200

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QQI Level 5 Childcare Module

Special Needs Assisting                          5N1786

Aim of the Course
To equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the practices and
principles underpinning the role of a Special Needs Assistant to enable the learner to
                                            needs assisting capacity.

Special Needs Assisting is an elective module if aiming to complete a QQI Major
Award in Childcare or can be used as a stand alone module if working in the area of
Special Needs.

Assessment Techniques
• Skills Demonstration 60%          • Learner record 40%           • Attendance 85%

Important note: This module requires a work placement and as a result Garda
Vetting will be required. Once enrolled please apply to amoran.bft@lmetb.ie for a Garda
vetting form, once received please complete and return to Director of Adult
Education, Beaufort College, Navan as soon as possible.
This module will be submitted for QQI assessment in May 2019                  n in
September 2019.
Enrolment closes for this course on 28th September 2018

Starting: Tuesday 9th October     Times: 7.00pm to 10.00pm        No. of Weeks: 10
Tutor: Miriam Kelly Minogue                                       Fee: €200

  Over 95% of students who completed course evaluation
           forms in Autumn 17 term would recommend
               the course they completed to a friend

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Irish Academy of Public Relations courses

                                                                   For further info on these
                                                                   courses and to see what
                                                                   people are saying - log onto
                                                                   www.irishacademy.ie

Certificate in Event Management
Aim of the Course
This course in Event Management is tailored to give students professional skills, indus-
try knowledge, and a project portfolio to showcase their ability. They will learn how to:
take an idea and develop it into an event, promote an event through various plat-
forms, communicate with important clients and companies, cost their services and
evaluate their event .
Topics covered: What is Event Management, from concept to reality, preparing a
proposal, crisis management, sponsorship, organising functions, marketing tools,
media tools, promotional tools, specialist areas (e.g. working with
and compliance, evaluation.

Starting: Wednesday 19th September     Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm        No. of Weeks: 12
Tutor:   Jenny Murray                  Assessment:    Assignment      Fee: €300

Certificate in Public Relations
Aim of the Course
This course in Public Relations is tailored to give students professional skills, and in-
                                                                                       eet-
ers, instagrammers – people who hold sway over your client’s audience. You will also
learn all the traditional skills: writing press releases, organising functions & press
conferences, managing corporate image and handling crisis.
Topics covered: What is PR, press releases, exhibitions and conferences, sponsor-
ship, photography, newsletters and Ezines, corporate Image, crisis, management, press
          mmunications via social media, working with bloggers

Starting: Tuesday 18th September       Times: 7.30pm to 9.30pm         No. of Weeks: 12
Tutor: TBA                             Assessment :Two hour exam       Fee €300

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Accounting Technicians of Ireland
                                    Quali

Accounting Technicians of Ireland Qualification (ATI)
What's an Accounting Technician?
Accounting Techn                           nting professionals that work at all levels
                                                                            yed
throughout the public sector, industry and commerce and in private accountancy
                                 those working in accounting on a daily basis,
running their own business or wish to pursue a career change and wish to gain a
for

A wide range of finance roles
They are involved in the day- to-day practical work of accountancy and play a key
                                                              ccounting Technicians
can perform a wide range                          ccount
and bey                                                nting and budgeting, costing
and credit control, payroll administration and tax returns. More experienced
Accounting Technicians may often perform senior managerial tasks and audits.

Assessment
The Acc
programmes as it combines professional exams with practical work experience.
As members of Accounting Technicians Ireland, individuals are entitled to put the
letters MIATI after their name, seen by many employers when hiring

Entry Requirements
Mature learners who have reached 21 years of age (by 1st January of the year in
which they wish to commence the course) but do not possess the minimum
educational requirements, may still apply to do the course based on age and
experience.
School leavers                                       th pass grade in 5 Ordinary level
subjects (including English and either Maths or Accountancy), or pass grades in 2
Ordinary level subjects together with 2 pass grades at Higher level (pass grades to
include English and either Maths or Accountancy).

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Accounting Technicians of Ireland
                                      Course Details

        Accounting Technicians Ireland Course
                     Start Date Tuesday 18th September
Year 1
Subjects        • Financial Accounting
                • Taxation
                • Law & Ethics
                • Business Management
Days: Tuesday & Wednesday       Times: 7.00pm to 10.00pm No of weeks: 26
Tutors:Team                     Cost: €800 (4 subjects)
Year 2
Subjects         • Advanced Financial Accounting
                 • Advanced Taxation
                 • Management Accounting
                 • Integrated Accounting Systems (IAS)
Days: Tuesday & Wednesday       Times: 7.00pm to 10.00pm No of weeks: 26
Tutors:Team                     Cost: €800 (4 subjects)
Please Note:
•   An ATI rep will be present at enrolment on 4th September in Beaufort College to answer any
    course related queries.
•   Students are advised that this is a demanding course and a commitment to additional
    independent study is required.
•   Students should also be aware that our fee of €800 covers tuition costs only and that the
    Accounting Technicians Ireland charges its members for registration and examination fees.
    The costs for 2018-2019 are:
    Year 1 - Registration fee - €170; Examination fee per subject - €75 x 4 and Course
    Materials package fee per subject - €65 x4 .
    Year 2 - Subscription fee - €85; Examination fee per subject - €75 x 3 + IAS exam €120
    and Course Materials package fee per subject - €65 x 4.
•   It is advised that all students who enroll on course register online with ATI ASAP to avoid
    delay getting course manuals delivered as all students are expected to have manuals, writing
                                    rst night of course, 18th September.
•   Registration deadline with Accounting Technicians Ireland is in October.
•   Unfortunately we are not in a position to o r a Social Welfare discount on ATI course, how -
    ever if you are in receipt of SW payment you could approach your local
    qualify for DSP funding

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PLC Courses

             Beaufort College, Navan
        Post Leaving Certificate Courses
                    2017-2018

    NOW ENROLING FOR SEPTEMBER

      Places available on the following
            QQI Level 5 Courses:

      BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (5M2468)
 COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND NETWORKS (5M0536)
             CHILDCARE (5M2009)
           ART (PORTFOLIO) (5M1985)

                  Contact:
046 9028915 (ext. 3) or www.beaufortcollege.ie

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Social Welfare fee reduction form

                                         Adult Education Night Courses
                                                   Beaufort College,
                                            Trim Road, Navan, Co. Meath

                                                    Tel: 086-8204655
  _______TO BE COMPLETED BY A PERSON IN APPLY ING FOR COURSE______

  To:     Department of Social Protection

          Abbey Buildings,

          Abbey Road,

          Navan, Co. Meath

  The person named below is enrolling on our night class programme. Can you

  please verify that he/she is in receipt of a Social welfare payment to qualify for a

  20% refund on fees paid please.

  Name:          ________________________________________________________

  PPSN:
                Leaving       Certificate Courses
                ________________________________________________________

  Course:       ________________________________________________________

_________________TO BE COMPLETED BY A PERSON IN DSP ________________

I verify that the person named above is in receipt of a Social Welfare payment and

Qualifies for a 20% fee reduction in fees

Signed:

___________________________________
                                                 OFFICIAL STAMP
Date:

___________________________________

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Terms & Conditions

•   No enrolment without fees

•   LMETB allows a 20% discount for those in receipt of social welfare on all hobby style classes
    (not applicable on ATI, ECDL or QQI classes). This applies only when the same person is pay-
    ing for the course and not receiving funding from an outside body. A completed social wel-
    fare discount form must be furnished in order to process discount (on page 31)

•    If third party funding is approved for a course documentary evidence of this must be
     provided along with a deposit to secure place on enrolment. This deposit will be
     refunded subject to payment by funding body at end of course.
    In the event that participant is in breach of terms and conditions by funding body, by not

•   There are minimum numbers required before classes can be formed and classes may be can-
    celled if this minimum number is not reached.

•   Refunds will only be issued if a class is cancelled. All refunds issued by last week in October.

•   Places allocated o

•   Fee non-refundable once class forms.

•   Fees cover cost of class tuition, where class materials or the hire of specialist equipment is
    involved the cost will be carried by the learners. Please ensure class is going ahead before
    buying materials. Email amoran.bft@lmetb.ie

•   Transfer between classes is at the discretion of Director of Adult Education.

•   Please refer to entry requirements if applying for QQI or ATI courses prior to application.

   Special Needs - if you have a special physical or educational need please contact us so that
    we can discuss how to best facilitate you.

   Severe weather conditions : encase of severe weather conditions in Autumn Term check the
    website at www.meathnightclasses.ie or www.beaufortcollege.ie
   Minimum Age all participants must be 18 years or over to enrol on a night class.
   Parking at your own risk with consideration for others, leaving all laybys clear and do not
    park on the grass.
   Smoking is strictly prohibited in any part of the educational campus of Beaufort College.
   Property LMETB is not responsible for the damage/loss to students’ property, course work,
    cars, etc.
   Tea/Coffee facilities available 8pm to 9pm on Tuesday & Wednesday Nights.
   No classes during Mid term break: week beginning Monday 29th October.
    Intending students will only be contacted by us if the class that they have enrolled for
    is cancelled. Once you have enrolled, assume you have your place and attend on the
    first night.

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How to Enrol

• Enrol online - Beat the queues and enrol from the comfort of your home
  Log on to   www.meathnightclasses.ie            Laser and all Major Credit Cards accepted
• Postal enrolment   - Complete enrolment form and return it with the full fee
  (by cheque/Bank Draft/Postal Order payable to LMETB)
• Come Along to enrolment night        either Tuesday 4th or Tuesday 11th September,
   7pm to 9pm

                                Postal Enrolment Form
Name _________________________________________________________________
Address ________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________                        _
Tel: ____________________________________Mobile _________________________
Email ________________________________________________________________
      If registering for a QQI course please provide the following information:

Date of Birth ___________________________ PPS No _________________________

                                      Course Title
   Course ______________________________________________________________

Amount of Payment enclosed ______________________________________________
Cheques payable to Beaufort College & post to:
Adult Education Dept., Beaufort College, Trim Road, Navan, Co. Meath

I have read and accept the condition of enrolment as outline on previous page

Signed ________________________________________________________________

          Date received ___________ Processed by _______________ Receipt No _____________

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Enrolment Details
                                 For
             Evening Courses
   Come along enrolment night either on
  Tuesday 4th or Tuesday 11th September,
                    7.00pm to 9.00pm
                   in Beaufort College
                                   Or

                    Online enrolment
Log on to      www.meathnightclasses.ie
                                   Or

            Post application form                     (Page 31)

       along with cheque                   (payable to LMETB)

               Classes Start Dates
Tuesday 18th/25th and Wednesday 19th/26th September
                          (Some exceptions)
                           Contact
                            Aileen Moran
                  (Director of Adult Education)
            � 086 -8204655 �      amoran.bft@lmetb.ie
         For more details on night courses please visit
                 www.meathnightclasses.ie

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