DURATION
One year full time.

INTRODUCTION

This course has been designed to provide the beginning student with a solid introduction to computers and office applications. The fundamental emphasis is on developing the student's proficiency in using computers in the office environment and will be of particular benefit to anyone interested in working in the Information & Communications Technology Sector or in a business environment.

MAIN AREAS OF STUDY

• Elementary Computing
• Word Processing
• Spreadsheet Methods
• Database Methods
• Accounting
• Desktop Publishing
• Information & Communications Systems
• Communications

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Candidates seeking entry to this programme should have a good Leaving Certificate and display an aptitude for computing and web design. All prospective candidates will be interviewed individually and places will be awarded on merit.

WORK EXPERIENCE

All students are expected to participate in mandatory work placement in a relevant industrial or commercial environment.

CAREER PROSPECTS

Graduates of this course will be able to seek employment in the following areas

• Secretarial
• Payroll/Accounting
• Office Administration

FURTHER EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Limited entry to Diploma or Degree courses at Institute and University level subject to college matriculation requirements also exist.

CERTIFICATION

• National Vocational Certificate FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 in Information Processing (NCVA Award Code BIPXX) Certificate (Level 5)

CO-ORDINATOR

- Siobhan McCarthy