Course Summary
The Professional Diploma in Education (Further Education) (PDE-FE) is an initial teacher education programme that equips students with the knowledge and skills required for an effective and meaningful teaching career in the Further Education and Training (FET) sector.
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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.
Entry Requirements
› An honours degree (level 8) OR an ordinary degree (level 7) plus a minimum of three years’ experience in a setting which is relevant to the candidate’s qualifications.
› On review of applications, suitable applicants will be invited to attend an interview.
› English Language Requirement: please check www.mie.ie/englishlanguage
Application Details
Applications for the September 2025 intake will open in late January/early February 2025.
Intake: September 2025
Fees
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.
Career Progression
This programme enables graduates to embark on a rewarding teaching career within the diverse field of adult education and qualifies them for Route 3 (Further Education) registration with the Teaching Council. Our graduates teach and inspire adult learners in a wide variety of settings, including Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) programmes, Colleges of Further Education, SOLAS training centres, Youthreach, and in community education settings.
Duration
The academic year runs from late August until mid- May.
Delivery: Blended (online and face-to-face delivery).