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FETAC in Business, Secretarial and Computer Studies

This one-year programme is designed for those who wish to pursue a career in the clerical and administration areas. Particular emphasis is placed on computer training. As part of this programme, students not already working in the area of business will be required to gain 10 days relevant practical experience during the course. Up to date software is used in Payroll, Bookkeeping, Desktop Publishing and Windows Applications.

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European Computerised Driving Licence (ECDL)

The ECDL (core) provides the holder of this qualification with a working knowledge of computers. The ECDL is a certificate which indicates that the holder has passed one test on theory and six practical tests. It is recognized by employers and across Europe.

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FETAC Certificate in Childcare and Special Needs

This one year programme is designed for those who wish to pursue a career in childcare. Graduates of this course may work as a special needs assistant or a nanny, take up positions in nurseries, pre-schools and crèches. The course is also suitable for those already working in childcare, and who wish to gain a relevant qualification. As part of this programme, learners not already working in the childcare field will have to gain 20 days relevant practical experience during the course.

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FETAC Certificate in Craft

This one-year programme is designed for those who wish to pursue a career in craft. Graduates of this course may pursue a career in craft design and production, with the option of going into employment or setting up their own business. The course is also suitable for those already working in craft, wishing to gain a relevant qualification. As part of this programme, students not already working in the area of craft will have to gain 10 days relevant practical experience during the course.

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FETAC Certificate in Furniture Design

During this one year programme students will have the use of the senior woodwork room where a hands on approach is the key to everything. Use of hand tools such as steel jack plane, try square, marking gauge, firmer chisels and tenon saw to name the basic tools. These will be used to mark out, execute and assemble basic joints and finishes, leading varnish, oils and wax. Various models are available showing use of joints. Graduates will also hand craft an item of furniture.

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FETAC Certificate in Healthcare Support

This one year programme is designed to meet the needs of the ever growing care industry in Ireland. Graduates of this course may find work as home-helps or be employed in care facilities. The course is also suitable for those already working in healthcare, wishing to gain a relevant qualification. As part of this programme, students not already working in the healthcare field will have to gain 30 days relevant practical experience during the course.

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FETAC Certificate in Horticulture

This one year programme is designed for those who wish to pursue a career in horticulture. Graduates of this course may work as a florist designer, green keeper, landscape gardener, take up positions in a nursery or garden centre, or may set up their own business. The course is also suitable for those already working in horticulture, wishing to gain a relevant qualification. As part of this programme, students not already working in the field of horticulture will have to gain 10 days relevant practical experience during the course.

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FETAC Certificate in Interior Design

This one year programme is designed for those who wish to pursue a career in interior design. Graduates of this course may pursue a career in domestic or corporate interior design, with the option of going into employment or setting up their own business. The course is also suitable for those already working in interior design, wishing to gain a relevant qualification. As part of this programme, students not already working in the area of interior design will have to gain 10 days relevant practical experience during the course.

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FETAC Certificate in Retail Studies

This one year programme is designed for those who wish to pursue a career in retail. Students will learn about retail organisation, the financial and legal aspects of retailing as well as stock control and processing business documents. Particular emphasis is placed on computer training. As part of this programme, students not already working in the area of retail will have to gain 10 days relevant practical experience during the course. Up to date software is used in Bookkeeping, and Windows Applications.

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FETAC Certificate in Sports and Recreation

This one year programme is designed to meet the needs of the ever growing sports and recreation industry. Graduates of this course may find work in sports and leisure facilities, as coaches or in tourism-related leisure. As part of this programme, students not already working in the sports and recreation fi eld will have to gain 10 days relevant practical experience during the course.

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