Organisation : Co. Waterford VEC, Ireland.
Article Title : B.T.E.I. - The Back To Education Initiative
Page Title : Page 1
Page Number : 1
Publication Date : 03 March 2009
Expiry Date : Never Expires
Category : Help And Support For Students
URL : http://www.wd-vec.ie/teach/web?task=Display&art_id=27&pagenum=1&lang=en
What is the Back to Education Initiative?
The Back to Education Initiative (BTEI) provides part-time courses for young people and adults, aimed principally at those who have not completed Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) qualification. It gives individuals the opportunity to combine a return to learning with family, work and other responsibilities.

Who can take part in BTEI programmes?
Anyone who has left full-time education can take part in a course, but priority will be given to those with less than upper level education.

What will a BTEI course cost?
FREE TUITION is available for those with:

  • no leaving certificate

or

  • current medical card

or

  • Social Welfare Benefit/ allowance

Will I be paid for attending a BTEI course?
There is no payment for participation on a BTEI course. However, those in receipt of social welfare payments may continue entitlement to benefit subject to satisfying the Department of Social and Family Affairs as to their continued eligibility for the schemes. It is best to discuss individual circumstances with your social welfare office.

Will I obtain certification for a BTEI course?
We provide FETAC Level 4 and Level 5 Certification on all BTEI courses.
It is not compulsory for participants to avail of certification. They can choose to pursue certification when they are ready.

What will I get from taking part in a BTEI programme?
Participation in part-time programmes can provide opportunities to:

  • Make up for lost opportunities to learn
  • Obtain national certification and progress to higher education
  • Develop new skills
  • Pursue new employment options

BTEI courses take place in the following centres:
Adult Education Centre, Dungarvan

Tramore Education Centre, Unit 2 Seapoint Business Park Tramore

Lismore Adult Education Centre, Lismore

Kilmacthomas Business Training Centre, Union Road, Kilmacthomas

For further information please contact:
Mary Upton, BTEI Co-ordinator. Unit F 13, Dungarvan Shopping Centre, Dungarvan
Telephone: 058 51407
Email: maryupton@wd-vec.ie

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