PART-TIME PROSPECTUS 2019 2020 - CARLOW TOWN AND COUNTY - Kilkenny Carlow BTEI
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Back to Education Initiative
PART-TIME
PROSPECTUS
2019 - 2020
CARLOW TOWN AND COUNTY
BTE I
BACK TO EDUCATION INITIATIVE
B.T.E.I
1b Meadow Court
Burrin Street
Carlow
T: 059 9139532
E: bteicarlow@kilkennycarlowetb.ie
W: www.bteikcetb.com
If you wish to enrol on any of the BTEI courses
Please fill out application form & return to BTEI
THIS PROJECT IS CO-FUNDED BY THE IRISH GOVERNMENT AND
THE EUROPEAN UNION UNDER THE EUROPEAN SOCIAL FUND 2014-2020
Rialtas na hÉireann
Government of IrelandA Welcome Note…
Kilkenny and Carlow ETB programmes provide access to part time QQI
accredited educational opportunities for young people and adults in various
centres throughout Carlow town and County.
Staff at BTEI Carlow strive to create a relaxed, inclusive, supportive and adult-
friendly learning environment. We encourage learners of all ages to develop
their full potential.
We hope your return to learning experience is a positive one, and if you have
any queries or require further information on any other BTEI courses, please
contact the BTEI Centre.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Back to Education Initiative aims to increase the participation of young people
and adults with less than upper second level education in a range of flexible learning
opportunities.
We provide tuition that prepares participants for re-entry into the workplace with
updated skills and knowledge and a recognised qualification.
Our overall aim is to give all learners the opportunity to combine a return to part-time
learning with family, work and other responsibilities.
Subject to demand, the BTEI offers part-time courses in community settings throughout
Carlow Town and County.
Please contact the office if you would like us to offer a course in your local community
and/or if you would like to sign up for an existing course.
1Course Eligibility:
Priority will be given to learners with:
l Either less than upper second level education (Less than 5 D’s in Leaving Certificate)
l Those who are in receipt of Job Seekers payments or means tested social welfare benefits.
l Holders of medical cards and their dependents.
Course Cost:
All tuition is free to those who fall into the above eligibility categories
Course Certification:
Kilkenny and Carlow ETB, BTEI courses run in Carlow Town and County offering access
to certification at QQI Levels 3, 4, 5 through the National Framework of Qualifications.
Flexible approaches will allow you to build up credits over time and achieve recognised
qualifications.
Garda Vetting:
Garda Vetting is a requirement on courses where learners have access to children or
vulnerable adults. Prior to attending work experience learners must be vetted by the
Gardai. Learners will be given Garda Vetting forms by the BTEI Co-ordinator.
Course Locations:
Carlow, Ballon, Tullow, Bagenalstown, & other venues.
Adult Education Guidance Information Service (AEGIS)
The Adult Education Guidance Service is available to all BTEI learners. The role of the
AEGIS is to assist learners in making career choices, applying for college through CAO and
preparation for future employment opportunities.
All BTEI Courses Are Subject To change & validation
2BACK TO
EDUCATION INITIATIVE COURSES
2019/2020
FULL AWARDS
QQI Level 4
l Information & Communication Technology Skills
l Horticulture
l Retail Skills
l Culinary Skills
QQI Level 5
l Healthcare Support
l Office Administration
l Horticulture
l Early Childhood Care and Education
COMPUTERS
Level 3 - Computer Literacy
- Internet Skills
- Word Processing
Level 4 - Information Technology Skills
- Computer Applications
- Web Design
- Desktop Publishing
- Word Processing
Level 5 - Word Processing
- Text Production
All BTEI programmes are subject to change.
3Information &
Communications
Technology Skills
QQI Level 4
QQI Level 4 in Information and Communications Technology Skills 4M0855
Location: Carlow / Bagenalstown
A one year part-time programme aimed at enabling learners to develop
the knowledge, skill and competence in a broad range of information and
communication technology which may enable employment in a variety of
information and communications technology sectors, or progression to
further education or training.
Programme Structure
l Communications
l Computer Applications
l Customer Service
l Information Technology Skills
l Mathematics
l Web Design
l Word Processing
l Work Experience
Please note this programme is subject to change and validation
4Horticulture
QQI Level 4
QQI Level 4 Major Award in Horticulture 4M1994
Location: Ballon
A two year part-time programme designed to enable the learner to work as a
general operative in horticulture, using knowledge, skill and competence to select,
establish, grow and maintain a range of plants under supervision.
Programme Structure
l Plant Identification, Care & Maintenance
l Safe Horticulture Practice
l Communications
l Growing Vegetables
l Plant Propagation
l Establishing Ornamental Flowering Plants
l Growing Fruit
l Work Experience
Please note this programme is subject to change and validation
5retail skills
QQI Level 4
QQI Level 4 Retail Skills 4M1998
Location: Carlow
A one year part-time programme. The purpose of this award is to equip
the learner with the knowledge and skill to participate effectively and safely
in a retail environment while engaged in teamwork and cooperation with
others.
Programme Structure
l Communications
l Retail Sales Techniques
l Customer Service
l Work Experience
l Personal Effectiveness
l Computer Applications
l Information Technology Skills
l Desktop Publishing
Please note this programme is subject to change and validation
6culinary skills
QQI Level 4
QQI Level 4 Culinary Skills 4M2063
Location: Carlow
An eighteen month part-time programme. The purpose of this award is to equip
the learner with the knowledge, skill, and competence to work under direction in
a professional kitchen.
Programme Structure
l Menu Planning
l Catering Operations & Systems
l Culinary Techniques
l Pastry, Baking & Desert
l Work Experience
l Short Order Cooking
l IT Skills
Please note this programme is subject to change and validation
7Healthcare support
QQI Level 5
QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support 5M4339
Location: Tullow and Carlow
A two year part-time programme designed for learners who intend to
work or further their education in a community/ health/ social care setting.
The aim of the programme is to provide learners with the skills necessary
to continue into employment or further education.
Programme Structure
l Care Skills
l Care Support
l Care of the Older Person
l Infection Prevention and Control
l Safety & Health at Work
l Communications
l Activities of Living Patient Care
l Work Experience
Please note this programme is subject to change and validation
8Office
Administration
QQI level 5
QQI level 5 Office Administration 5M1977
Location: Carlow
A two year part-time programme aimed to prepare learners to provide
services & support in a range of administrative context and or to progress
to further education.
Programme Structure
l Information Administration
l Spreadsheet Methods
l Text Production
l Word Processing
l Communications
l Work Experience
l Bookkeeping Manual and Computerised
l Payroll Manual and Computerised
Please note this programme is subject to change and validation
9Horticulture
QQI Level 5
QQI Level 5 Horticulture 5M2586
Location: Ballon
The duration of the programme is part time over two years. The purpose
of the award is to enable the Learner to carry out horticulture operations
independently under direction in a range of fields.
Programme Structure
l Plant Identification & Use
l Plant Science
l Social Science & Growing Media
l Plant Protection
l Work Practice
l Communications
l Fruit & Vegetable Production
l Plant Propagation
Please note this programme is subject to change and validation
10Early Childhood Care
and Education
QQI Level 5
QQI Level 5 Early Childhood Care and Education - 5M2009
Location: Carlow
The purpose of this two year part-time programme is to provide the
learner with the opportunity to develop the relevant knowledge, skill
and competence in childcare which enable employment under direct
supervision in childcare or progression to further education and training.
Programme Structure
l Child Development
l Early Care and Education Practice
l Early Childhood Education and Play
l Child Health & Well Being
l Communications
l Work Experience
l Special Needs Assisting
l Children with Additional Needs
Please note this programme is subject to change and validation
11Computers
Beginners Computers
Computer Literacy – QQI Level 3 3N0881
This programme module aims to inform the Learner about computers so that the
Learner has confidence in being able to access and operate a computer for their
own needs
Internet Skills – QQI Level 3 3N0931
This programme module aims to provide the Learner with the tools necessary to
use some of the facilities and functions available in a word processing application to
generate documents of interest to the Learner
Word Processing – QQI Level 3 3N0588
This programme module aims to provide the Learner with the tools necessary to
use some of the facilities and functions available in a word processing application to
generate documents of interest to the Learner
Please note this programme is subject to change and validation
12Computers
Intermediate Computers
Information Technology – QQI Level 4 4N1125
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and
competence to use applications in information technology. It is designed to develop
skills in data entry, word processing, and using the internet.
Computer Applications – QQI Level 4 4N1112
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge,
skill and competence to use common generic computer applications. It
is designed to develop skills in database, spreadsheets and computer graphics.
Web Design – QQI Level 4 4N1122
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge,
skill and competence to design and construct a basic website.
Desktop Publishing – QQI Level 4 4N1854
This programme module aims to expand on the Learners’ basic desktop publishing
skills to enable them to successfully navigate a desktop publishing programme to
create a variety of publications. It also encourages the learner to develop their
understanding and use of the tools and options available within the desktop
publishing application.
Word Processing – Level 4 4N1123
This programme module aims to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills
and competence to use word processing applications to supervised employment
standard
13Computers
Advanced Computers
Word Processing QQI Level 5 5N1358
This module is designed to enable learners to develop their word
processing skills, understanding and application of word processing
software and file management techniques.
Text Production QQI Level 5 5N1422
This module has been developed to enable learners to produce
an extensive range of documents using keyboard. The focus of the
module is on the skills and knowledge to producce documents to
mailing standards.
14Notes
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The information in this booklet is intended to act as a guide to persons seeking admission to BTEI programmes within Carlow KCETB and shall not be deemed to constitute a contract between KCETB and any third party. References to the requirements of outside bodies are not intended to be complete or exhaustive at the time of publication since they are subject to change. Accordingly, those interested are advised to make direct contact with the bodies concerned to ascertain their up-to-date requirements. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication. However, KCETB reserves the right to amend, change or delete any programme of study or academic regulations at any time having given due consideration to learners who are already enrolled. Furthermore, KCETB reserves the right to alter or delete any of the information, including component content of courses at any time and it shall not be bound by any errors or omissions and cannot accept liability in respect thereof.
BTE I
BACK TO EDUCATION INITIATIVE
B.T.E.I
1b Meadow Court
Burrin Street
Carlow
T: 059 9139532
E: bteicarlow@kilkennycarlowetb.ie
W: www.bteikcetb.com
Rialtas na hÉireann
Government of Ireland
“Kilkenny and Carlow ETB has agreed its
Quality Assurance Procedures with QQI
(FETAC). Section 43 of the Qualifications Act
1999 does not apply to KCETB run courses”.
THIS PROJECT IS CO-FUNDED BY THE IRISH GOVERNMENT AND
THE EUROPEAN UNION UNDER THE EUROPEAN SOCIAL FUND 2014-2020
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