Course Summary
During the programme you will learn about adult, adolescent and early childhood education through attendance at classes, hands on learning, reading and skill development.
The modules delivered on the programme encompass the themes of life-long learning, ethics and social justice, education and culture, and education policies and practices. The modules cover technology, the arts, curriculum and programme design, policy analysis and much more.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Language Options
* Time abroad utilising this language
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Entry Requirements
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QQI / FET Links
PLC courses leading to the following QQI Major Awards may be used for entry into this course.
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Note: Information for 2024 Entry | |
Award Code | Award Title |
5M1981 | Creative Craft |
5M1984 | Art, Craft and Design |
5M1985 | Art |
5M1995 | Graphic Design |
5M1997 | Office Administration |
5M2009 | Early Childhood Care and Education |
5M2011 | Music |
5M2067 | Information Processing |
5M2073 | Language and European Studies |
5M2102 | Business Studies |
5M2146 | Multimedia Production |
5M2154 | Cultural and Heritage Studies |
5M2181 | Applied Social Studies |
5M2208 | Design |
5M2464 | Journalism |
5M2468 | Business Administration |
5M2786 | Community Care |
5M3050 | Community Development |
5M3114 | General Studies |
5M3635 | Education and Training |
5M3782 | Health Service Skills |
5M4339 | Healthcare Support |
5M4349 | Nursing Studies |
5M4468 | Community Health Services |
5M4572 | Dance |
5M5048 | Creative Media |
6M2007 | Early Childhood Care and Education |
6M2218 | Social and Vocational Integration |
6M2230 | Furniture Design and Making |
6M2263 | Inclusive Education and Training |
6M3115 | Information, Advice and Advocacy |
6M3566 | Drama |
6M3618 | Arts Administration |
6M3674 | Community Development |
6M3706 | Fashion Design |
6M4029 | Art |
6M4587 | Management |
6M4978 | Health Services Supervisory Management Skills |
6M4985 | Business |
6M5127 | Interior Design |
6M5128 | Classical Acting |
6M5150 | Illustration |
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The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
On completion of the programme you could work as an adult educator, an instructional designer, an education officer, or an education advisor.
Further Research
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