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WCFE FULL-TIME COURSES & APPRENTICESHIPS 2020-2023 THE SECRET TO GETTING AHEAD IS GETTING Apply online at: STARTED www.wcfe.ie
Dear Future Learner of Waterford College of Further Education (WCFE), As Principal of this great college, it is my pleasure to introduce you to and thank you for taking the time to read this prospectus. Discover the many great courses, programmes and apprenticeships on offer in WCFE, which I hope will help you make an informed decision about your future. WCFE has a team of dedicated teachers and support staff who combine not only educational qualifications, but relevant industry qualifications also. We are committed to providing high-quality learning opportunities for all. WCFE is committed to ensuring all learners are given the opportunity to excel in their chosen course. In WCFE we value every learner and our tutor system in the college, combined with our students support services and guidance service, provide learners with an outstanding scaffold of pastoral care and support. WCFE has always been recognised for its strong links with employers and local industry. These links ensure that learners have access to work placements and are equipped with the skills required for future employment. WCFE has a proud record of learners progressing to higher level education each year. Our partnerships with local, national and international universities and institutes of technology mean that learners have many pathways to progress in their chosen field of learning. The courses on offer in WCFE are certified by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) and all successful students will achieve full national certification. The motto in WCFE is “The Secret to Getting Ahead is Getting Started”. WCFE offers opportunities for everyone and I invite you to look at the many courses and choose the one that is best suited to you. Come join us, you won’t regret it! _________________________ Noreen Reilly Principal
CONTENTS 1 General Information 26 Canine Grooming - Animal Care 2 Application Procedures 27 Animal Care 3 Students with Disabilities 28 Advanced Animal Science 4 Art & Design Portfolio 29 Pharmacy Assistant 5 Photography and Digital Media 30 Laboratory Techniques NEW COURSE 6 Advanced Photography 31 Applied Psychology 7 Journalism and Photography 32 Applied Ecology NEW COURSE 8 Sound Engineering and Music Technology 33 Healthcare Support/Health Service Skills 9 Advanced Certificate in Audio/Visual Media 34 Nursing Studies 10 Beauty Therapy - Year 1 35 Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care NEW COURSE 11 Advanced Beauty Therapy & Make-Up Artistry - Year 2 36 Special Needs Assistant 12 Retail Practice with Beauty Consultant NEW COURSE 37 Advanced Special Needs Assistant 13 Hairdressing - Year 1 38 Advanced Certificate - Early Childhood Care and Education 14 Hairdressing - Year 2 39 Applied Social Studies 15 Hairdressing Apprenticeship NEW COURSE 40 Advanced Certificate in Social Care 16 Alternative Health & Wellbeing Therapies 41 Pre Third Level Arts 17 Business Studies 42 Tourism and Travel Industry Studies 18 Advanced Certificate in Business 43 Front Office Reception Skills with Tourism NEW COURSE 19 Business with Legal Studies NEW COURSE 44 Sports Studies, Physiology and Massage 20 Legal Studies and Criminal Law NEW COURSE 45 Sports Therapy and Injury Management 21 Accounting Technician Apprenticeship 46 Fitness and Health 22 Construction Technology 47 Pre Further Education Course 23 Computer Systems and Networks 48 Pre Apprenticeship Programme NEW PROGRAMME 24 Multimedia Production 49- 51 VTOS - Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme 25 Security Systems Technology 52 Progression
GENERAL INFORMATION
● WCFE provides the Contact Information
broadest range of further Waterford College of Further Education, Parnell Street, Waterford, X91 VKT9.
education courses in the Tel: (051) 874053 Fax: (051) 870136
Web: www.wcfe.ie Email: wcfeinfo@wwetb.ie
south-east.
Application Fee
● WCFE courses open See application details at www.wcfe.ie
up direct employment
Costs
opportunities.
● There are no tuition fees payable to the college by EU Nationals. However,
students should budget for the cost of examinations, textbooks and materials.
● WCFE courses can provide
Non-EU Nationals who do not meet the exemption requirements are liable for
access to third-level
the full tuition fee as per the instructions of the Department of Education and
education.
Skills.
● Department of Education and Skills Contribution Fee is payable on registration
● WCFE is registered with
(non-refundable).
QQI. We offer programmes
● College registration fee/student services fee is payable on registration. This
leading to Quality and
consists of a non-refundable fee, and the remainder. (50% refund available before
Qualifications Ireland
31st October for early leavers.)
(QQI) awards on the
● Additional course fees may apply - See website: www.wcfe.ie
National Framework of
● Some exemptions are available on above costs. See website: www.wcfe.ie
Qualifications and have
● Please Note: All postal orders and banks drafts to be made payable to WWETB.
agreed quality assurance
procedures with QQI. QQI Examination Fee
QQI Examination Fee is payable on registration.
QQI fee is payable on registration for Level 6 courses.
Student Grants
If you think you are eligible for a student grant, you should apply through the
website: www.susi.ie
If you have any queries contact 0761 08 78 74 or email: support@susi.ie
BACK TO EDUCATION ALLOWANCE
If you are unemployed, parenting alone or have a disability and getting certain
payments from the Department of Social Protection or signing for credits, you may
be eligible for the Back to Education Allowance (BTEA). Information is available
from the Department of Social Protection.
Location
The college is located in the city centre, close to the city bus and train stations. A
public car park is available approximately three minutes walk from the college.
Whole-time Class Hours
9.15am - 4.30pm
Schools Liaison
THE FOLLOWING SERVICES ARE PROVIDED:
School Visits: WCFE are happy to visit your school to give information on our
courses and facilities. To book contact wcfeinfo@wwetb.ie
Career Exhibitions: WCFE participates in many career exhibitions within the region.
Open Day: WCFE Open Day will take place annually. Please check our website for
details.
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APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Application Procedures
● The closing date for the receipt of applications for the first G. Mature / adult students with no formal qualifications
round of interviews for all courses is advertised on our are welcome to apply. Mature students are defined
website. as those aged 23 or over at the beginning of the
● Please check our webiste for the closing date for the receipt academic year.
of applications for the first, second and third round of
H. Students for whom English is a second language will
interviews. Applicants who apply will be called for interview
in due course. be required to take and pass an English language
test set by the college.
● Offers of places will be subject to completion of an interview
and the achievement of the minimum entry requirements. I. Students requiring assistive technology and/or
personal support services as a result of a disability
● Applicants will be notified of their interview results in May. are strongly advised to inform the interview panel
● Late applications received are subject to the availability of of their needs in this area in order to allow for
places in the summer and early September. provision of same.
● Closing date for receipt of late applications for interviews is
Non-Standard Applicants
31st August.
● As places on all courses are limited, application before this
date is strongly advised. These are defined as applicants whose application
is based on examination results other than the Irish
● Courses commence in early September, but only if sufficient
numbers are enrolled. Leaving Certificate.
● Only one application form should be submitted. Where For the purposes of registration, all non-standard
more than one application is made, only the most recent
will be processed. applicants must provide documentation to prove
that their qualifications are recognised by the
● Apply online at www.wcfe.ie National Qualifications Authority of Ireland.
(www.qualificationsrecognition.ie)
As this process may take some months to arrive at a
conclusion, prospective applicants are advised to initiate
Entry Requirements contact as soon as possible.
A. Unless otherwise stated, the minimum requirements DISCLAIMER
for admission to courses are: Successful completion The information in this booklet is intended to act as a
of Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied or guide to persons seeking admission to the College and
equivalent and successful completion of interview. shall not be deemed to constitute a contract between
B. ‘Successful completion of Leaving Certificate’ is defined the college or any third party. References to the
as a minimum of five 06/H7 grades. requirements of outside bodies are not intended to be
complete or exhaustive at the time of publication since
C. A minimum pass grade on the Leaving Certificate Applied they are subject to change. Accordingly, those interested
is acceptable as equivalent to B. above. are advised to make direct contact with the bodies
D. A pass grade in the LCVP link module is acceptable as the concerned to ascertain their up-to-date requirements.
equivalent of a pass in one of the five Leaving Certificate Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the
subjects mentioned in B. above. information in this publication. However, the college
reserves the right to amend, change or delete any
E. Foundation level subjects are acceptable.
programme of study or academic regulation at any time
F. Please see ‘Non-Standard Applicants’ for applicants who having given due consideration to students who are
present with school leaving examinations other than the already enrolled. Furthermore, the college reserves the
Leaving Certificate. right to alter or delete any of the information included
at any time and it shall not be bound by any errors or
omissions and cannot accept liability in respect thereof.
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STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Waterford College of Further Education is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and
welcomes applications from students with documented disabilities and specific learning needs.
Students with specific learning difficulties or other disabilities may be entitled to additional
supports and services to successfully complete their programme of choice.
The College aims to provide support and help for such students within the limits of available
resources (namely the HEA Fund for Students with Disabilities**).
Who might be eligible?
The phrase ‘people with disabilities’ includes people with physical disabilities, people who
are visually impaired; people who are deaf or hard of hearing; people with specific learning
difficulties, such as dyslexia, people with mental health problems and people with significant
health or medical problems.
What do you need to do?
● Students with a disability have a responsibility to disclose their disability/ specific learning
difficulty and to request reasonable accommodations in assessment.
● To apply for reasonable accommodations in assessment a student needs to complete the
Application Form for Reasonable Accommodation in Assessment and provide evidence of
appropriatem up to date, relevant medical/ psychological reports to the Disability Support
Office.
● Once appropriate, up-to-date, relevant medical/ psychological reports are provided,
applications for funding can be made. Documentation may include educational psychologist
reports or consultants letters. (Diagnosis from GPs are not acceptable in any circumstances
as confirmation of disability).
● The Disability Support Office is located opposite the staff room on the first floor of the main
building.
**The Fund for Students with Disabilities allocates funding to further and higher
education colleges for the provision of services and supports to full-time students
with disabilities. The Fund aims to ensure that students can participate fully in their
academic programmes and are not disadvantaged by reason of a disability.
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ART & DESIGN PORTFOLIO
QQI Level 5 - Art/Craft/Design (5M1984)
COURSE DESCRIPTION CERTIFICATION
COURSE CONTENT
This is an intensive one-year course ● QQI Level 5 - Art/Craft/Design
designed to provide experience in all (5M1984)
● Appreciation of Art/Craft/Design
the essential areas of art and design.
● Combined Materials
If you want to prepare a portfolio for PROGRESSION
● Communications
application to third-level art courses The full QQI Level 5 Certificate
● Design
or if you have an interest in art and facilitates entry, on a competitive basis,
● Drawing
would like to develop existing skills, to a range of third-level institutions
● Painting
the Art and Design Portfolio course will nationwide and progression to Level 6
● Photography
provide you with the opportunity to do Advanced Certificate in Photography,
● Sculpture
so. This course will introduce you to a see page 6.
● Work Experience
wide range of subjects and broaden Further details are available from the
● Animation Layout Design
your understanding of materials, relevant institutions.
(Option)
techniques and processes. ● Specific progression links are
available with WIT and IT Carlow for CAREER PROSPECTS
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS this course (see Page 52).
● Leaving Certificate/ Leaving
● Fine Art
Certificate Applied or equivalent. ADDITIONAL COSTS ● Graphic Design
● Successful completion of interview. Costs for course materials should be ● Ceramics
● Applicants are also requested to anticipated. For more information visit ● Craft
present samples of their artwork at www.wcfe.ie ● Photography
interview. ● Film/Video
● Industrial and Product Design
DURATION ● Interior Design
One year ● Fashion and Textiles
● Art and Design Education
N.B.: Due to ongoing developments in QQI awards, names and
content are subject to change.
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PHOTOGRAPHY AND DIGITAL MEDIA
QQI Level 5 - Photography (5M2094)
COURSE DESCRIPTION MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
COURSE CONTENT Photographic imaging is now more exciting ● Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate
than ever before. - FACT Applied or equivalent.
● Photography Techniques Changes in technology have transformed mobile ● Successful completion of interview.
● Portrait Photography phones into cameras and computers and iPads ● Applicants are also requested to present
● Digital Photography into powerful communication tools. - FACT samples of their photography at interview.
● Image Processing 21st Century Photographers who wish to develop
DURATION
a successful career in image making need a very
(Adobe Photoshop CS5) One year
different set of skills from what was needed in
● Photography (Dark Room
the last century. - FACT CERTIFICATION
Skills) The Photography & Digital Media course at ● QQI Level 5 - Photography (5M2094)
● History of Photography and WCFE can help you develop the skills needed
Visual Culture to approach photographic imaging in a broad PROGRESSION
● Communications and professional manner. - FACT The full QQI Level 5 Certificate facilitates
entry, on a competitive basis, to a range of
● Work Experience third-level institutions nationwide.
This practical year long programme introduces
students to the technical and creative aspects The full QQI Level 5 Photography Certificate
CAREER PROSPECTS of photography. Students learn a range of skills, will also qualify for entry to the WCFE Level
from studio lighting, digital photography, and 6 Advanced Certificate in Photography, see
● Photographer page 6.
image manipulation using Adobe Photoshop
Further details are available from the relevant
● Photographic Processing to traditional black and white darkroom skills.
institutions.
Assistant Furthermore, our expert photography staff
● Specific progression links are available
is available to advise the student on photo-
● Advertising with WIT and IT Carlow for this course
sharing websites such as Flickr or creating a
● General Practice (see Page 52).
personal website. This course will suit students
● Industrial Photography who are interested in a career in commercial WORK EXPERIENCE
● Commercial Photography photography, creating a portfolio for third-level Work experience placement is an integral
● Fashion Photography or as a photographic artist. part of this course. Students must obtain
one day per week work experience for the
● Photographic Processing academic year. The day will be specified by
Having successfully achieved the QQI Level
Technician the college.
5 award, students may continue studying at
● Press Photography
WCFE under the optional second year Art & ADDITIONAL COSTS
Photography, QQI Level 6 course. Costs for course materials should be
anticipated. For more information visit www.
wcfe.ie
PLEASE NOTE
Students are expected to supply their
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own 35mm SLR Manual Camera.
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ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY
QQI Level 6 - Advanced Certificate in Photography (6M3732)
COURSE DESCRIPTION MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
COURSE CONTENT
The aim of the QQI Level 6 Photography ● Applicants should have successfully
programme is to provide the learner with the completed QQI Level 5 Photographic
● Digital Photography
opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skill Studies or QQI Level 5 Art, Craft and
● Fashion Photography
and competence to work independently in Design.
● Fine Art Photography
a professional photographic setting or to
● Creative Darkroom
progress to further higher education and PROGRESSION
Techniques
training. Through a series of workshops, The full QQI Level 6 Award facilitates
● The History of Photography
lectures and self-directed learning, entry, on a competitive basis, to a range
● Communications
designed to develop and enhance the of third-level institutions offering Art
● Personal and Professional
students visual, creative and theoretical and Design and Photographic Studies.
Development
awareness, this educational process ● Specific progression links are
● One QQI Level 5 Module
aims to equip the learner with the skills available with WIT and IT Carlow for
(5 credits) preferably Image
necessary to produce a visually successful this course (see Page 52).
Processing or Photography
and coherent body of photographic work
Techniques may be used to
and the ability to articulate their work ADDITIONAL COSTS
complete the requirements for
practice when necessary. Upon completion Costs for course materials should be
the Level 6 Award.
of the Level 6 programme, students gain anticipated. For more information visit
significant experience by organizing a www.wcfe.ie
CAREER PROSPECTS
professional graduate exhibition.
PLEASE NOTE
● Photographer
DURATION Students are expected to supply their
● Photographic Processing
One year own 35mm SLR, Manual Film and
Assistant
Digital Cameras.
● Advertising
CERTIFICATION
● General Practice
● QQI Level 6 - Advanced Certificate in
● Industrial Photography
Photography (6M3732)
● Commercial Photography
● Fashion Photography
● Photographic Processing
N.B.: Due to ongoing developments in QQI awards, names Technician
and content are subject to change. ● Press Photographer
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JOURNALISM, PHOTOGRAPHY AND NEW MEDIA
QQI Level 5 - Journalism (5M2464)
COURSE DESCRIPTION CERTIFICATION
COURSE CONTENT This course offers the best of both ● QQI Level 5 - Journalism (5M2464)
worlds in one complete package;
● Writing for Journalism journalism AND photography, PROGRESSION
optimising both employment and The full QQI Level 5 Certificate
● Photographic Techniques
third-level opportunities for our facilitates entry, on a competitive basis,
● Radio Programme Production students. Today’s workplace requires to a range of third-level institutions
● Research Skills for Journalism a broad range of skills; the ability to nationwide. Further details are
● Media Analysis create fresh social media content, available from the relevant institutions.
photographic and visual skills, Successful completion of this course
● Technical Skills for Journalism the ability to write ‘ready to read’
● Communications will facilitate progression to related
stories, the ability to be creative,
courses at Ballyfermot College of
● Work Experience research content etc. This course is
designed to equip students with all Further Education and will also
● Desktop Publishing facilitate entry to Level 6 and 7 courses
the communication skills necessary
● Image Processing to compete in the online world and in related areas.
the jobs market, building a strong ● Specific progression links are
following around one’s written, available with WIT and IT Carlow for
CAREER PROSPECTS this course (see Page 52).
photographic or podcast work.
This course is the ideal foundation for a
● Journalism broad range of third-level courses in the WORK EXPERIENCE
● Photography humanities, english, visual arts, media, Work experience placement is an
law and business. It also gives students integral part of this course. Students
● Radio
an employment ready portfolio for must obtain one day per week work
● Advertising Agencies job interviews in media, photography, experience for the academic year. The
● Newspapers research, publishing, writing and online day will be specified by the college.
● Magazines production. Students have access to an on-campus
● Marketing sound recording studio and radio
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS production facility as part of their
● Public Relations ● Leaving Certificate/ Leaving training programme.
● Publishing Certificate Applied or equivalent.
● Visual Editing ● Successful completion of interview. ADDITIONAL COSTS
● Communications Technology The cost for course materials should be
DURATION
One year anticipated. For more information visit
www.wcfe.ie
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Further Education 2020 - 2023SOUND ENGINEERING AND MUSIC TECHNOLOGY
QQI Level 5 - Sound Production (5M2149)
COURSE DESCRIPTION CERTIFICATION
A full-time course for students ● QQI Level 5 - Sound Production COURSE CONTENT
interested in a career in music/sound (5M2149)
engineering/music promotion and ● Sound Engineering &
journalism. The course examines PROGRESSION Production
the music industry with a particular The full QQI Level 5 Certificate ● Music Industry Studies
emphasis on visual and sound facilitates entry, on a competitive basis,
● Music Technology
technologies and music production as to a range of third-level institutions
well as audio production for film and the nationwide. Further details are ● Digital Video Editing
games industry. Students have access available from the relevant institutions. ● Radio Programme
to an on-campus sound recording Successful completion of this course Production
studio and radio production facility as will facilitate progression to related ● Communications
part of their training programme. courses at Ballyfermot College of ● Work Experience
This course is the ideal foundation for Further Education and will also facilitate
● Image Processing
a broad range of third-level courses in entry to Level 6 and 7 courses in related
the humanities, music, visual design, areas. In addition our Level 6 Advanced
game design, Internet related degrees Audio Visual Media programme offers CAREER PROSPECTS
and video production. It also provides on-site progression for students on
students with the necessary skills to this course.
● Sound Engineering
create, record, master and promote ● Specific progression links are
their own music independently. available with WIT and IT Carlow for ● Music Journalism
this course (see Page 52). ● Local Radio
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ● Music Promotion
● Leaving Certificate/ Leaving SOFTWARE ● D.J.
Certificate Applied or equivalent. ● Cubase 7 ● Game Audio Production
● Successful completion of interview. ● Abelton Live 9 Suite
● Film Audio Production
● Protools
DURATION
One year ADDITIONAL COSTS
The costs for course materials should
be anticipated. For more information
visit www.wcfe.ie
N.B.: Due to ongoing developments in QQI awards,
names and content are subject to change.
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Further Education 8ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN AUDIO/VISUAL MEDIA
QQI Level 6 - Advanced Certificate in Media Production (6M5130)
COURSE CONTENT
COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is the ideal platform for
● Radio Documentary An exciting and experimental course a broad range of third-level courses
Production for the digital age, ideally suited to in the humanities, film, game design,
anyone who wishes to pursue a career sound and music production, research,
● Documentary Production
in journalism, music, game design, writing and broadcasting.
(Visual) visual arts or creative multimedia.
● Multimedia Sound It will focus on documentary production DURATION
● Sound Engineering and and story-telling, communication One year
Music Technology through waveform and music, creation
● Media Ethics and Legal of soundscapes for games and film CERTIFICATION
and experimentation with audio/ ● QQI Level 6 - Advanced Certificate
Framework
visual technology. Students will be in Media Production (6M5130)
● Media Industry Awareness encouraged to experiment with
● Communications modern modes of communication to MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
● Work Experience create new sensory experiences for the ● Applicants should have successfully
audience. The course will foster creative completed a QQI Level 5 Certificate,
CAREER PROSPECTS communication using perspective, ideally in any of the following areas;
digital platforms and mixed media. It Media, Sound Production, Art Craft
will examine how reality is documented & Design, Multimedia, Photography.
● Media / Multimedia
and created and will also look at ● Successful completion of interview.
Production Company how individuals construct alternative
● Online Journalism realities within the world of gaming, PROGRESSION
● Broadcast Journalism advertising and social media. The full QQI Level 6 Award facilitates
● Music If you have a story to tell, a sound to entry, on a competitive basis, to a range
● Broadcast Sound Engineering create, a dimension to build or a new of third-level institutes nationwide.
reality in your head you will find this Further details are available from the
● Sound Technician/ Sound
an engaging and accessible course. It relevant institutes.
Engineering would also be ideal for those interested
● Game Design in setting up their own media Students who successfully complete
● Creative Multimedia production company or furthering QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate
Development their studies in film, broadcasting, in Media Production can also apply
● Digital Advertising music or multimedia design. for the Studies Programme at the
University of Sunderland, UK.
● Visual Communications
Apply online at: www.wcfe.ie
● Audio/ Visual Installation FACILITIES
Design Students enjoy access to a professional
● Environment/ Sensory Design recording studio and digital radio
facility on campus. Students may also
wish to avail of NUJ membership for
the duration of the course.
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Further Education 2020 - 2023BEAUTY THERAPY - YEAR 1
Andrea Donoghue (right)
represented Ireland in the beauty
therapy section at the World
Skills in Brazil in September
2015. Andrea was awarded the
Medallion of Excellence.
COURSE DESCRIPTION EXAMINING BODIES
COURSE CONTENT
This is a full-time course including both ● ITEC ● QQI ● CIBTAC
practical and theoretical training in
● Dermalogica Facial Treatments
aspects of beauty therapy.
DURATION ● Facial Electrical Treatment
The course leads to diplomas of One year ● Manicure & Pedicure
international recognition. We have ● Make-Up & High Fashion
a high standard of training with our PROGRESSION Make-Up
students receiving awards at National A pre-requisite for progression onto ● Waxing
and International Level, opening up a Level 6 (Year 2) IPL, Microdermabrasion,
● Anatomy and Physiology
wide range of employment opportunities Body Treatments and Theatrical Make-
worldwide. Up with High Fashion/Photographic ● Business & Salon Design
Make-Up. Progression is dependant on Studies
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS attainment of ITEC Beauty Specialist and
ITEC Facial Electrics or CIBTAC Aesthetic CAREER PROSPECTS
● Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Treatments or equivalent and successful
Applied or equivalent. completion of an interview. ● Health Spa/Leisure Centres
● Successful completion of interview. ● Company Representative
● Biology is not a requirement. ADDITIONAL COSTS ● Make-Up Artist
● Mature students welcome. ● There are no college tuition fees, ● Cruise Liner Therapist
however, the cost of salon materials, ● Beauty Salons
CERTIFICATION exams and make-up kit are not
● Self-Employment
included
● ITEC - Beauty Specialist Diploma ● Teaching
● Additional costs for uniforms,
● ITEC - Diploma in Facial Electrical ● Skin Care Consultant
training kit and textbooks
Treatments
● College registration is a separate fee
● QQI Level 5 - Beauty Industry & Ethics ADDITIONAL COURSES
and is NOT included in the above (OPTIONAL)
(5N3470) fees.
● CIBTAC - Diploma in Aesthetic ● Spray Tanning - Certified
Treatments For more information visit www.wcfe.ie ● Specialised High Fashion
Make-Up - Certified
Follow us on Facebook: Beauty Therapy at Waterford College of Further Education ● Shellac Nails - Certified
Follow us on Instagram: @wcfetheatricalmakeup and @beauty_therapy_at_wcfe
● Gel Nails - Certified
N.B.: Due to ongoing developments in QQI awards, names
and content are subject to change.
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Further Education 10ADVANCED BEAUTY THERAPY & MAKE-UP ARTISTRY -YEAR 2
(with Spa Treatments)
COURSE CONTENT
● Theatrical Make-Up, High
Fashion & Photographic COURSE DESCRIPTION DURATION
Make-Up This is a full-time course including practical and One year
● Laser IPL + theoretical training in aspects of Beauty & Body
Microdermabrasion Therapy. This course leads to internationally EXAMINING BODIES
recognised qualifications. We have a high
● Body Massage/Body Electrics ● ITEC ● CIDESCO ● QQI
standard of training with our students regularly
● Body Analysis receiving awards at National and International
● Spa Treatments - Body Polish/ Level, opening up a wide range of employment ADDITIONAL COSTS
Mud Wraps opportunities worldwide. There are no college tuition fees,
however, there are additional course
● Salon Work Experience
costs for exams, salon materials,
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS uniforms, books, practical kits and salon
CAREER PROSPECTS ● ITEC Beauty Specialist & ITEC Facial Electrics or shoes. Registration fee is an additional
equivalent together with successful interview. cost. For more information visit www.
● Mature students welcome with the above wcfe.ie.
● Make-Up Artist
pre-requisite and a successful interview.
● Laser Clinic Therapist ● Students can transfer from other colleges
NOTE
● Skincare Consultant provided they have the above pre-requisite
New students to W.C.F.E. will need
● Teaching and a successful interview.
to purchase uniform, towels, kits and
● Self-Employment textbooks.
● Spa/Leisure Centre CERTIFICATION
● Company Representative ● CIDESCO - Beauty Therapy International PROGRESSION
● Cruise Liner Diploma Progression onto the Alternative Health
● ITEC – Certificate in Microdermabrasion & Well-Being Therapies course is
● Qualifications to travel
● QQI Level 6 - Theatre & Film Make-Up with dependent on a successful interview.
Internationally
High Fashion & Photographic Make-Up Alternative Health & Well-Being
(6N4700) Therapies enables the student to build
ADDITIONAL COURSES ● ITEC – Diploma in Intense Pulse Light (IPL) on their knowledge and qualifications
(OPTIONAL)
Treatments and includes ITEC Reflexology, QQI Level
5 in Nutrition and QQI Level 6 in Indian
● Advanced Waxing - Certified Head Massage.
● Gel Nails - Certified
Follow us on Facebook: Beauty Therapy at Waterford College of Further Education
Follow us on Instagram: @wcfetheatricalmakeup and @beauty_therapy_at_wcfe
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Further Education 2020 - 2023RETAIL PRACTICE WITH BEAUTY CONSULTANT
QQI Level 5 - Major Award (5M2105)
NEW COURSE
COURSE DESCRIPTION DURATION COURSE CONTENT
This is a full-time one year course, One year
designed for applicants who wish to ● Skincare, Eye Treatments &
enter into the world of beauty retail ADDITIONAL COSTS Make-Up
sales, beauty consultancy, cosmetics ● There are no college tuition fees, ● Digital Marketing
marketing and social media marketing. however, students are required to pay ● Retail Display
The course includes both theoretical for course fees and exam fees. Students ● Customer Service
practical training. will also be required to purchase salon ● Retail Selling
materials, salon kit, uniform, make-up ● Communications
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ● Work Experience
kit, make-up brushes, and textbooks.
● Leaving Certificate/ Leaving ● Safety & Health at Work
● College registration fee is a separate
Certificate Applied or equivalent.
fee and is NOT included in the above
● Successful completion of interview. CAREER PROSPECTS
fees.
● Mature students welcome.
● Skincare Consultant
For more information visit www.wcfe.ie
CERTIFICATION ● Company Sales Rep
QQI – Level 5 Major Award (5M2105) ● Frontline Cosmetics Consultant
● Blogging
● Make-Up Artist
● Lash and Brow Treatments
ADDITIONAL COURSES
(OPTIONAL)
● Specialised High Fashion
Make-up Artistry – Certified
● Spray Tanning – Certified
N.B.: Due to ongoing developments in QQI awards, names
and content are subject to change.
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Further Education 12HAIRDRESSING - YEAR 1
COURSE DESCRIPTION ● Successful completion of interview.
COURSE CONTENT
This is a full-time course which ● Mature students welcome.
involves on- and off-the-job intensive
● Hairdressing Theory and Practice
training. It provides students with the WORK EXPERIENCE
● Hairdressing Science
range of practical skills and theoretical ● One day per week
● Barbering Techniques
knowledge required for the hairdressing ● Two week block in December
● Creative Styling
industry. Training is provided in two
● Work Experience
fully-equipped modern salons. As
● Communications PROGRESSION
part of this course, other experts from
● Safety and Health Successful completion of Hairdressing
the industry hold workshops with the
Year 1 provides entry to the Hairdressing
class throughout the year. This course
CAREER PROSPECTS Year 2 course. QQI (5M3351) is
provides an excellent pathway into the
recognized by the recognition of prior
Hairdressing Apprenticeship, allowing
● Hair Salon - 2nd Year Apprentice learning process to gain advanced
a student develop links with salons and
● Cruise Liner entry to Stage 2 of the Hairdressing
get a feel for the industry.
● Company Representative Apprenticeship.
● Hair Retail Outlet CERTIFICATION
ADDITIONAL COSTS
● QQI - Level 5 Hairdressing
Apply online at: www.wcfe.ie There are no college tuition fees,
Certificate (5M3351) however students are required to pay
● Department of Education & Skills for course fees and exam fees. Students
Junior Trade Certificate will also be required to purchase salon
materials, a hairdressing kit and uniform.
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS For more information visit www.wcfe.ie
● Leaving Certificate/Leaving
Certificate Applied.
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13 Waterford College of
Further Education 2020 - 2023HAIRDRESSING -YEAR 2
COURSE DESCRIPTION MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
COURSE CONTENT
This is a full-time course which involves Successful completion of Hairdressing
on- and off-the-job intensive training. Year 1 course with a Pass (minimum) in
● Hairdressing Theory
It provides students with the range of Hairdressing Science and Hairdressing
● Hairdressing Practice
practical skills and theoretical knowledge Theory and Practice.
● Hairdressing Science
required for the hairdressing industry, with
● Creative Styling
an internationally recognised certification. WORK EXPERIENCE ● Barbering Techniques
Training is provided in two fully-equipped ● One day per week ● Theatre & Film Make-Up
modern salons. Throughout the year, ● Two-week block in December
other leading experts from the industry
will hold workshops in cutting, colouring, CAREER PROSPECTS
ADDITIONAL COSTS
barbering, up-styling and hair extensions. There are no college tuition fees, however
Students may be brought to shows as ● Hair Salon -
students are required to pay for course
part of their training and will also have the 3rd Year Trainee
fees and exam fees.
opportunity to enter Hair Competitions. ● Cruise Liner
Year 1 kit and books will be used again in
The hairdressing students enter National ● Company Representative
Year 2. Additional courses will include an
Hairdressing Competitions annually, ● Hair Retail Outlet
additional fee. For more information visit
with WCFE having had many winners ● Colour Technician
www.wcfe.ie
over the years. Competition training and ● Perm Technician
workshops with leading hairdressers are ● Progress to further studies
included in the Year 2 course.
CERTIFICATION
● QQI Component Certificate at Levels
5&6
● Department of Education & Skills
Senior Trade Certificate
N.B.: Due to ongoing developments in QQI awards, names
and content are subject to change.
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Waterford College of
Further Education 14HAIRDRESSING APPRENTICESHIP
NEW COURSE
Our International award winning
Hairdresssing Department and
students, who have won across
the board once again in the
Hairdressing Competitions held
in Cork.
COURSE DESCRIPTION CERTIFICATION
COURSE CONTENT
The Hairdressing Apprenticeship Advanced Certificate in Hairdressing,
is a practical route into a career in QQI Level 6 Major Award on the
STAGE 1 hairdressing where you will earn while National Framework of Qualifications.
● Induction you learn. Apprentices work four days This Certificate is not only recognized
● Health and Safety a week with their employer and one nationally but also has international
● Client Consultation day a week in college. Apprentices will currency.
● Shampooing, Conditioning be supported in the workplace by an
and Treatments approved mentor and in the classroom PROGRESSION
● Styling and Finishing 1 by their teacher. Apprentices will ● Qualified Hair Stylists have diverse
● Salon Reception and ICT Skills graduate after three years as a fully career opportunities available
● Colour 1 qualified Hairdresser with a QQI Level to them. Many work in a salon
● Cutting 1 6 award on the National Framework of as a senior stylist, Senior Colour
Qualifications. Technician, Style Director, Salon
Manager or Salon Owner.
STAGE 2 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ● The Advanced Certificate in
● Customer Service and Retail ● QQI Level 4 Major Award, or Hairdressing is also a gateway to
● Styling and Finishing 2 recognized equivalent e.g. Leaving third-level education through which
● Colour 2 Certificate, or two years full-time candidates may wish to acquire a
● Cutting 2 experience working within a salon. management or business degree, as
● Team – Leadership ● CEFRL B2+ level of English (where well as other specialist areas.
● Career in Action English is not a first language).
DURATION
NON-STANDARD ENTRY Three years minimum
STAGE 3
In a case where an applicant does not
● Perming and Neutralising Hair meet the educational requirements ADDITIONAL COSTS
● Cutting 3 specified above, they must satisfactorily Students will be required to purchase
● Colour 3 complete an informative panel interview a uniform and textbooks. For more
● Styling and Finishing 3 facilitated by the Program Manager. information visit www.wcfe.ie
● Capstone Module
Apply online at: www.wcfe.ie
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15 Waterford College of
Further Education 2020 - 2023ALTERNATIVE HEALTH & WELL-BEING THERAPIES
COURSE DESCRIPTION ADDITIONAL COSTS
This is a full-time course leading to COURSE CONTENT
There are no college tuition fees, however
professional qualifications. Students will students are required to pay for exam fees,
receive a sound knowledge of Holistic uniforms and salon materials. ● Holistic Massage
Therapies from ancient philosophies to Students are also required to pay for ● Reflexology
modern-day teaching. As part of their college registration, textbooks, practical ● Indian Head Massage
training, students will learn to take a ● Nutrition
kit and salon shoes.
holistic approach, treating body, mind
Additional courses are optional and will ● Anatomy and Physiology
and spirit, thereby guiding their client
towards better health and general well- depend on student numbers. Students will ● Business Studies
being. be notified in October regarding the cost. ● Yoga/Meditation
The fees for Reiki Levels 1 & 2 have not non-certified
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS been included in the fees above. For more
● Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate information visit www.wcfe.ie CAREER PROSPECTS
Applied or Equivalent.
● Successful completion of interview.
● Mature students welcome. ADDITIONAL COURSES ● Qualifications to travel
(OPTIONAL) Internationally
Certified / Non-Certified
EXAMINING BODIES ● Self-Employment
● ITEC ● Massage Therapist
● QQI ● Reiki Levels 1 & 2
● Reflexologist
● Crystal Therapy
● Indian Head Massage
DURATION
One year Therapist
● Freelance – Hospitals, Care
CERTIFICATION Centres, Hospices
● ITEC – Diploma in Holistic Massage ● Cruise Liners
● ITEC – Diploma in Reflexology ● Spas/Health Centre
● QQI – Nutrition Level 5 (5N2006)
● Holistic Centres
● QQI – Indian Head Massage Level 6
(6N3477)
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N.B.: Due to ongoing developments in QQI awards, names
and content are subject to change.
Education, Excellence, Opportunity 2020 - 2023
Waterford College of
Further Education 16BUSINESS STUDIES
QQI Level 5 - Business Studies (5M2102)
COURSE DESCRIPTION PROGRESSION
COURSE CONTENT
An intensive full-time course which will ● The full QQI Level 5 Certificate will also
provide students with the knowledge qualify for entry to the WCFE Level 6
● Business Administration Skills Advanced Certificate in Business.
and skills to work in a business
● Book-keeping (Manual and ● The full QQI Level 5 Certificate
environment. This course in business
Computerised) facilitates entry, on a competitive
studies gives the student a solid
● Communications basis, to a range of third-level
foundation in the academic, practical
● Payroll (Manual and institutions nationwide. Further
and personal skills required for a career
Computerised) details are available from the relevant
in the business area.
● Word Processing institutions.
● Work Experience ● Specific progression pathways to WIT
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
● Spreadsheet Methods and IT Carlow are agreed (see Page 52).
● Leaving Certificate/ Leaving
● Marketing Practice Certificate Applied or equivalent.
WORK EXPERIENCE
● Successful completion of interview.
Work experience placement in a range
CAREER PROSPECTS ● Mature applicants are welcome.
of local office environments is an
integral part of this course. Students
CERTIFICATION
● Administration must obtain one day per week work
● QQI Level 5 - Business Studies experience for the academic year in a
● General Office Work
(5M2102) relevant environment. The day will be
● Customer Service
specified by the college.
● Payroll/Accounts
DURATION
● Reception
One year ADDITIONAL COSTS
● Sales and Marketing
There are no tuition fees, however,
the cost for course materials such as
Apply online at: www.wcfe.ie textbooks should be anticipated. For
more information visit www.wcfe.ie
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17 Waterford College of
Further Education 2020 - 2023ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS
QQI Level 6 - Advanced Certificate in Business (6M4985)
COURSE DESCRIPTION PROGRESSION
COURSE CONTENT
This is a full-time course designed to ● The full QQI Level 6 Certificate facilitates
advance existing skills of students who entry, on a competitive basis, to a range
● Business Management
have completed a business studies course. of third-level institutions nationwide. ● Finance
Students will be required to attend classes Further details are available from the ● Communications
on each weekday, from Monday to Friday. relevant institutions. ● Work Experience
● Spreadsheets
● An agreement has been negotiated with
Any enquiries can be directed to class ● Sales Presentation
WIT to accept WCFE Level 6 students to ● Applied Economics
tutor Maurice Barry at MauriceBarry@
Year 2 of the ordinary business degree, ● Statistics
wwetb.ie
subject to specified criteria (see Page
52). CAREER PROSPECTS
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
● An agreement has been negotiated
● Successful completion of a QQI Level 5
with IT Carlow to accept WCFE Level ● Business subjects, coupled
Certificate business or computing.
6 students who satisfy criteria directly with information technology,
● Successful completion of interview.
into second year of linked business prepare students for a wide
● Applications from mature students will
programmes (see Page 52). range of career opportunities
be considered.
at middle management level
DURATION in Finance, Management,
WORK EXPERIENCE
One year Self-Employment and the
Block placement with the dates to be
Public Sector.
decided.
ADDITIONAL COSTS
There are no tuition fees, however,
CERTIFICATION
the cost for course materials such as
● QQI Level 6 - Advanced Certificate in
textbooks should be anticipated. For
Business (6M5685)
more information visit www.wcfe.ie
N.B.: Due to ongoing developments in QQI awards, names
and content are subject to change.
Education, Excellence, Opportunity 2020 - 2023
Waterford College of
Further Education 18BUSINESS WITH LEGAL STUDIES
QQI Level 5 - Business Studies (5M2102)
NEW COURSE
COURSE DESCRIPTION ● The full QQI Level 5 Certificate
COURSE CONTENT
This course will be of benefit to facilitates entry, on a competitive
learners interested in gaining the skills basis, to a range of third-level
● Business Administration Skills institutions nationwide. Further
and knowledge to work in a business/
● Marketing Practice details are available from the relevant
legal environment and/or to progress
● Communications institutions.
to further or third-level education.
● Work experience ● Specific progression pathways to WIT
● Legal Practice and Procedures and IT Carlow are agreed (see Page 52).
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
● Criminology ● Leaving Certificate/ Leaving
● Word Processing WORK EXPERIENCE
Certificate Applied or equivalent.
● Spreadsheet Methods Work experience placement in a range
● Successful completion of interview.
of local office environments is an
● Mature applicants are welcome.
integral part of this course. Students
CAREER PROSPECTS must obtain one day per week work
CERTIFICATION
experience for the academic year in a
● QQI Level 5 - Business Studies
● Administration relevant environment. The day will be
(5M2102) specified by the college.
● Legal Offices
● Diverse sectors e.g.
DURATION ADDITIONAL COSTS
insurance and banking
One year There are no tuition fees, however,
● Public sector
the cost for course materials such as
PROGRESSION textbooks should be anticipated. For
Apply online at: www.wcfe.ie
● The full QQI Level 5 Certificate will more information visit www.wcfe.ie
also qualify for entry to the WCFE
Level 6 Advanced Certificate in
Business.
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19 Waterford College of
Further Education 2020 - 2023LEGAL STUDIES AND CRIMINAL LAW
QQI Level 5 - Legal Studies (5M3789)
NEW COURSE
COURSE DESCRIPTION PROGRESSION
COURSE CONTENT
This course will be of interest and The full QQI Level 5 Certificate facilitates
benefit to those who have an interest in entry, on a competitive basis, to a range
Legal Studies leading to a career in Law. of third-level institutions nationwide. ● Legal Practice and
Procedures
The course is a springboard to higher Further details are available from the
● Business Law
education courses in Business, Social relevant institutions. ● Communications
Studies, Healthcare and Community Care. ● Work Experience
DURATION ● Word Processing
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS One year ● Conflict Resolution
● Criminal Law
● Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate
● Family Law
Applied or equivalent. ADDITIONAL COSTS
● Successful completion of interview. There are no college tuition fees, however
the following costs should be anticipated: CAREER PROSPECTS
● Applications from mature students will
be considered. ● Textbooks
● Registration Fee ● The course will mainly
● Applicants will be required to address Higher Education
undertake Garda Vetting. ● Department of Education Fee
opportunities in areas such
● Written references. ● Exam Fee
as Legal Studies, Business,
Social Studies, Health Care
If the candidate has an up-to-date
WORK EXPERIENCE ● Employment may be
medical card, they are exempt from
Work experience placement in a related obtained from citizen advice
paying Department of Education fee plus
vocational area is an integral part of this centres and any area where
exam fee.
course. Students must obtain one day per advice is sought in legal
week work experience for the academic matters.
For more information visit www.wcfe.ie
year. These will also be one week of block
placement in the first and second terms.
CERTIFICATION
● QQI Level 5 - Legal Studies (5M3789)
N.B.: Due to ongoing developments in QQI awards, names
and content are subject to change.
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Waterford College of
Further Education 20ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN APPRENTICESHIP
QQI Level 6 - Advanced Certificate in Accounting
COURSE CONTENT
Year 1 COURSE DESCRIPTION CERTIFICATION
● Financial Accounting The Accounting Technician Apprenticeship ● QQI Level 6 - Advanced Certificate
● Taxation is a practical route to a career in accountancy in Accounting
● Business Management where you will earn while you learn on a two-
● Business Law year, fully funded programme, and pay no DURATION
tuition costs. Two years part-time
Year 2
Employers from industry, practice and the
● Advanced Financial
Accounting public sector, offer two-year contracts on this PROGRESSION
● Advanced Taxation National Apprenticeship programme. ● Chartered Accountants Ireland
● Management Accounting You will work four days a week with the (CAI), the Association of
● Financial Data Management employer and study one day a week in college. Chartered Certified Accountants
(ACCA), the Institute of Certified
CAREER PROSPECTS APPLICANTS Public Accountants (CPA) and
The apprenticeship is suitable for: the Chartered Institute of
● School-leavers (18-22 years old) who prefer Management Accountants (CIMA),
● Accounting Technicians
practical training to full-time academic study offer members of Accounting
are employed throughout
and students who thrive in an environment Technicians Ireland substantial
all levels of finance across
where they are putting learning into practice exemptions.
the public sector, industry, every day.
private accountancy practices ● Mature learners (aged 23 years or above)
and self-employment. who are looking to change career or move NOTE: Applications are
● They perform a wide into a finance role. online to Accounting
range of roles including ● Employees who are already working with a
Technician Apprenticeship.
bookkeeping, financial participating employer and who would like
accounting and budgeting, to move into a finance role.
costing and credit control,
payroll administration and For information on eligibility and recruitment
tax returns. phases visit:
www.accountingtechnicianapprenticeship.ie
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21 Waterford College of
Further Education 2020 - 2023CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
QQI Level 5 - Construction Technology (5M5010)
COURSE DESCRIPTION PROGRESSION
COURSE CONTENT
This practical training programme is The full QQI Level 5 Certificate facilitates
intended for students who wish to entry, on a competitive basis, to a range
● Architectural Drawing
work in the carpentry/joinery, electrical, of third-level institutions nationwide.
● Building Construction
plumbing and block laying sectors of the Further details are available from the
● Communications
construction industry or who wish to seek relevant institutions.
● Computer-Aided Drawing
entry to Apprenticeships/SOLAS (FAS)/ ● Specific progression links are available
● Material Science
Further Training. It also prepares students with WIT and IT Carlow for this course
● Work Experience
for progression to third-level. (see Page 52). ● Safety and Health
Sustainable Building WORK EXPERIENCE
The course will also give students access
CAREER PROSPECTS
Work experience placement is an integral
to new technologies used in the building part of this course. Students must obtain
sector, such as thermographic imaging ● Carpenter
one day per week work experience for the
and insulation systems and processes. ● Plasterer
academic year. The day will be specified
● Joiner
by the college.
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ● Blockerlayer
● CAD Technician
● Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Applied or ADDITIONAL COSTS
equivalent. A Safe Pass is required for this course.
● Successful completion of interview. For those who do not have one, we will A SafePass is required for anyone
entering a construction site to
organise a Safe Pass course in October.
work. For those who do not have
DURATION For more information visit www.wcfe.ie
one, we will organise a Safe Pass
One year course in October.
CERTIFICATION
● QQI Level 5 - Construction Technology
(5M5010)
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Waterford College of
Further Education 22COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND NETWORKS
QQI Level 5 - Computer Systems and Networks (5M0536)
COURSE DESCRIPTION PROGRESSION
COURSE CONTENT
This full-time course is designed The full QQI Level 5 Certificate facilitates
to give students the opportunity entry, on a competitive basis, to a range
● Computer Systems Hardware
to acquire the skills necessary to of third-level institutions nationwide.
● Operating Systems
implement and support PC systems Further details are available from the
● Networking Essentials
and networks. This course specifically relevant institutions.
● ICT Security Policy
prepares participants for careers within ● Specific progression links are
Management
computer maintenance and technical available with WIT and IT Carlow for
● Programming Design
support. this course (see Page 52).
Principals
● Maths for Information
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS WORK EXPERIENCE
Technology
● Communications ● Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Work experience placement is an
● Work Experience Certificate Applied or equivalent. integral part of this course. Students
● Web Design ● Successful completion of interview. must obtain one day per week work
● Applications from mature students experience for the academic year in a
will be considered. computing environment. The day will
CAREER PROSPECTS be specified by the college.
DURATION
● In-house Computer ADDITIONAL COSTS
One year
Maintenance Students will be required to purchase
● Network and Computer course equipment and textbooks. For
CERTIFICATION
Maintenance more information visit www.wcfe.ie
● QQI Level 5 - Computer Systems
● Technical Support Sectors
● Network Support Sectors and Networks (5M0536)
● PC Manufacturing N.B.: Due to ongoing developments in
● Field Service Technician QQI awards, names and content are
subject to change.
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23 Waterford College of
Further Education 2020 - 2023MULTIMEDIA PRODUCTION
QQI Level 5 - Multimedia Production (5M2146)
COURSE DESCRIPTION PROGRESSION
COURSE CONTENT
Multimedia involves the use of a The full QQI Level 5 Certificate facilitates
combination of media such as sound, entry, on a competitive basis, to a range
video, film, animation, graphics and ● Design
of third-level institutions nationwide.
artwork in the production of graphic ● Video
Further details are available from the
design, computer games, websites or ● Web Authoring
relevant institutions.
advertisements. This full-time course ● Image Processing
WCFE has an annual agreement with LIT
aims to introduce students to the use ● Multimedia Authoring
(Clonmel) in relation to progression from
of multimedia computing in a range of ● Multimedia Project
design and production areas. Students this Multimedia Course.
Development
gain skills in industry computer packages ● Specific progression links are available
● Work Experience
such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe with WIT for this course (see Page 52).
● Communications
Flash, Adobe Dreamweaver and Adobe
Premiere Pro. WORK EXPERIENCE
CAREER PROSPECTS
Work experience placement in a range of
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
local business environments is an integral
● Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate ● Web Design
part of this course. Students must obtain
Applied or equivalent. ● Multimedia Production
one day per week work experience for the
● Successful completion of interview. ● Software Production
academic year. The day will be specified
● Applications from mature students will ● Interactive Instructional
be considered. by the college.
Design
DURATION ADDITIONAL COSTS
One year The cost for course materials should be
anticipated. For more information visit
CERTIFICATION www.wcfe.ie
● QQI Level 5 - Multimedia Production
(5M2146)
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