Skills and Education Refresher Programme

Introduction: Thinking of returning to education and feeling anxious about how you might get on? Then this refresher course might be right for you.  This programme will refresh those core skills you have and will help if you wish to progress further in education.  The key core skills covered are:

·          Communications

·          Computers

·          Maths

Duration:  12 Weeks

Why Communications?

In order to benefit from education you must be able to ask questions and to put your point of view across.  Listening is an active part of learning and a key skill which will enhance your learning experience.  The Communications module is an excellent foundation subject which can help you to develop writing, reading and listening skills so that you can progress with confidence to the next level.

Why Computers?

This module will provide you with the skills needed to be able to work on assignments , reports and projects.  You will learn how to use the internet as a research tool, to stay in touch with others and to share information.

Why Maths?

All courses delivered at FETAC level 4 and above have a maths element. For example in Healthcare you may be required to measure medications and weigh patients.  Working in childcare would require assisting children with numbers.  Studying business would require business calculations, spreadsheets, payroll, accounts etc.  While working in horticulture you may be required to measure area and volumes.  This maths course would rebuild your maths ability and give you the confidence to progress.

Eligibility: This course is run under the BTEI scheme. Free tuition is available for those with less than leaving certificate education or who are in receipt of social welfare or hold a current medical card. For those who do not qualify for free tuition a fee will apply.

Entry Requirements: There are no specific entry requirements for this course but it would be advisable to discuss your options with the Adult Guidance Service.

Certification: FETAC LEVEL 3

Locations:        Adult Education Centre, Lismore

                         Adult Education Centre, Dungarvan

                         Education Centre, Tramore

                         Business Training Centre, Kilmacthomas

Download: Application Form (PDF)

The County Waterford Adult Guidance Service will also be providing educational information and guidance with regard to progression from this course.

 For further information, please contact:

Mary Upton, BTEI Co-ordinator. Unit F 13, Dungarvan Shopping Centre, Dungarvan Tel: 058 51407  Email: maryupton@wd-vec.ie

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