Creative and Digital Learning
(Level 4)-Part time
Certification
QQI General Learning Level 4, Code 4M2010
Overview
Are you interested in returning to education to develop your creativity?
Do you also want to develop your IT skills?
This programme will provide you with:
• an opportunity to develop your creativity through design, drawing and textiles.
• knowledge of the use of social networking websites for business/promotion purposes
• the ability to create digital media content
• the ability to develop a website or a business page on a social networking website
• customer service skills which give you the ability to interact with customers or clients in a professional way.
This course is aimed at individuals who may have been out of education for some time and want to return to gain skills for employment, self-employment or further education and training. Each module has been carefully chosen to ensure that you are prepared with the necessary skills to gain confidence in that area. Learner who complete all modules will receive a Level 4 General Learning award.
On completion of this course, you may gain employment or progress to Level 5 further education and training programmes.
COURSE CONTENT |
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|---|---|
| Code | Title |
| 4N0689 | English And Communications |
| 4N1878 | Drawing |
| 4N1139 | Design |
| 4N1858 | Digital Media Technology |
| 4N1989 | Customer Services |
| 4N1125 | Information Technology Skills |
| 4N1122 | Web Design |
| 4N2048 | Textiles |
Special Features
- Parent friendly hours
- Retention of Social Welfare Payments and Benefits. e.g. Job Seekers Allowance, One Parent Family Payment, Medical
Card, Rent Allowance. - No fees for those on Social Welfare Payments/Benefits or holders of medical cards or dependants of those in receipt of Social Welfare Payments/Benefits or holders of medical cards.
- Educational, career and personal guidance.
- The opportunity to undertake work experience and apply new skills in the work environment.
Entry Requirements
- Education: Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 3 when accessing a Level 4 programme. Applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education although no formal qualifications are required.
- Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
- Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work under direction with some ability to work on their own initiative.
Duration
33 weeks
Applications
The Creative and Digital Learning course is run in co-operation with the Cork Education and Training Board – St. John’s Central College, the Department of Social Protection (DSP) and through the Local Employment Service (LES).
For an Application Form/Information Brochure contact St John’s Central College, your local LES Office or Job Facilitations Office-DSP.
Progression
Students may progress to a range of existing Level 5 Arts and Digital courses including Applied Computer Training Level 5. Additionally, following the successful completion of Level 5 course, students may apply to a range of Higher Education Institutions through the Higher Education Links Schemes.
Art and Design Level 5– St John’s Central College
Creative technology and Art Level 5– St John’s Central College
Computers and Business Level 5– St John’s Central College
Applied Computer Training Course Level 5 – St John’s Central College
A range of courses are available at www.qualifax.ie
Job Opportunities
On completion of this programme learners will have acquired a broad range of personal skills which will enable personal development and active citizenship, and/or to progress to employment and/or further education or training.