Architectural Technology bridges creative design and real-world construction. This course equips you with the technical skills needed to turn architectural concepts into buildable, sustainable solutions. You’ll develop expertise in digital design, CAD, construction technology, materials, and professional practice, while working on industry-focused projects.

If you aspire to a career in the construction industry, this programme will offer you a broad foundation of skills to support your progression.  You will learn practical construction skills and detailed underpinning theory through ‘hands on’ projects. Working with our Construction and Building experts, you can develop a broad range of skills that support progression to a range of careers.

This course will enhance your ability to progress direct to work, and will also support progression to Apprenticeships or Higher Education options.

If your ambition is a career in the uniformed services, then Emergency Services course is for you. You can prepare for careers in a challenging but highly rewarding environments. You’ll develop essential skills of physical fitness, leadership and teamwork.

This course can be the foundation to progress to a rewarding career in the Ambulance Service, The Fire Service, The Defence Forces/Army, Prison Service or An Garda Síochána.

The Film & TV Production course is an exciting introduction to the production world of the Film & TV industry. A hands-on practical course, you will learn about many aspects of this industry, through practical projects that involve film production, shooting and editing film, scriptwriting, sound production, lighting and project management.

The college partners with VISUAL Carlow to engage you with professionals working in the industry, and to help you prepare work for public viewing. You will be able to build a portfolio of your own work to help support applications for further study and your career. This course can help you progress on to a wide range of Higher Education study options, with a really strong knowledge and skills base that will set up for success.

This course offers a foundation in the field of Sports Physiotherapy. If you aspire to a career as a Sports Physiotherapist or specialist, this course can be your stepping stone to Higher Level study.

You will develop foundational skills and knowledge in subjects relating to Sports Physiotherapy, both theoretical and practical. You will also learn about the science underpinning the practical application of various treatments. This course provides an excellent foundation in the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of sports injuries, and will prepare you for progression to Higher Level study.

This course provides training for learners who wish to follow a career in Science. Through this course you can develop skills and competencies in the preparation, use and maintenance of laboratory equipment to perform a range of laboratory procedures.

This course provides an introduction to the world of science and covers a variety of subjects related to laboratory and physical sciences. It is suitable for learners who wish to train for employment as a laboratory assistant. The course will also equip learners with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to access science based programmes in third level institutions.

This programme would be of interest to learners who are considering engineering employment options or pursuing a degree or an apprenticeship in the engineering field. This programme covers workshop practices, including working with lathes, milling machines and welders. The programme also covers engineering drawing and 3D design and printing techniques. Upon completion of this programme, learners will have gained a theoretical understanding of, and acquired practical competencies in engineering skills. In addition, learners will develop good work practices including adherence to health and safety regulations.

This programme offers learners an opportunity to gain skills and knowledge suitable for a healthcare setting with the necessary qualification required for all healthcare support staff. Learners complete work experience in a clinical/ward environment and are trained using simulation equipment to help them understand how to care for people. Successful learners could go on to work in many different healthcare settings including hospitals, nursing homes and register with agencies for home help services.

This program delivers a comprehensive, highly adaptable training track engineered to prepare students for executive administration and secretarial roles across diverse corporate, legal, and institutional landscapes. The curriculum balances foundational administrative frameworks with customizable elective paths, allowing learners to specialize as executive personal assistants or transition smoothly into niche sectors including legal practices, medical facilities, financial banking institutions, insurance companies, or the fast-paced social media industry. Students develop advanced, industry-standard IT proficiencies and core organizational competencies by mastering practical modules in text production, word processing, spreadsheets, and database methods alongside specialized modules in Irish legal practices and procedures.

This comprehensive course aims to provide students with both the knowledge and practical skills necessary to access science based Degree programmes (including Sports Science) in both Institutes of Technology and Universities.

This one-year full-time course is designed for learners seeking to pursue a career as a healthcare assistant. The course provides students with essential knowledge and skills required to work in various healthcare settings. This course is ideal for those who wish to work as healthcare assistants, support workers, or pursue further studies in other health-related fields. The National Quality Standards for Residential Care Settings for Older People require all newly recruited care staff and those in posts less than one year, to commence training to Level 5 QQI or equivalent within two years of taking up employment. 

The purpose of this course is to give a solid introduction to Law and Criminology for students wishing to obtain a legal or other qualification at Universities and Institutes of Technology. It introduces students to the methods of study, writing and research skills necessary for successful participation at Third Level.

This course is a viable alternative route to Third Level College entry for students (school leavers or mature students) who wish to complete a foundation year before progressing. This course also provides learners with knowledge and skills for employment.

This one year course Emergency Care Services course provides learners with the foundation knowledge and skills required to pursue a career in the emergency services. The course is designed to introduce you to the challenges and opportunities of working in emergency frontline public services. Careers such as Paramedic, Emergency Medical Technician, Intermediate Care Operative, Emergency Call Operative and Fire Services will be introduced to you and help you prepare for further study in this area. This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May.

This one year course provides the ideal starting point for learners who are keen to progress to third level education. It is suitable for those who may be undecided at present as to what they would like to study in the future. It also provides an alternative pathway to third level for some learners. Pre-University Arts is also an ideal programme for those who wish to return to education.

This one year full-time Apprenticeship Preparatory Programme course provides learners with the foundation required to pursue an apprenticeship in the building trades. It is the ideal starting point to explore the various apprenticeship options available. Students will gain hands-on experience in carpentry, plumbing and electrical installation. provide participants with a hands-on introduction to the broad range of skills required to work in the construction industry. It will also prepare participants for entry to ordinary level degree and honours degree programmes related to the construction industry. 

The primary purpose of this award is to equip learners with the vital knowledge, skill, and practical competence required to operate confidently both independently and under supervision within a modern science laboratory environment. Designed to establish a robust foundation in core science and mathematics, the curriculum places a heavy emphasis on biomedical knowledge, sterile techniques, material science, and safety-critical industry communication. Through hands-on training in laboratory skills, microbiology, chemistry, and biology, students develop the rigorous mechanical and analytical competencies expected in contemporary research and clinical settings.

This course is ideal for people interested in working in partnership with others to advocate and care for individuals or groups who require support. Healthcare assistants are key members of the inter-disciplinary team which delivers care in hospitals, residential care homes and private houses. This course will give professional carers the knowledge and skills to support vulnerable adults who, for a variety of reasons, require short-term or long-term assistance.

This course offers a broad introduction to Sport, Exercise and Recreation studies, providing learners with the necessary skills to take up employment at entry level in the leisure industry.

Learners will improve their knowledge, competence and understanding of physical fitness and sport both practicallyand theoretically.

This course is designed to prepare students for front-line receptionist duties with a particular emphasis on a Legal environment. This course not only equips the learner with the administrative and IT skills needed to work in a modern office but also develops transversal skills which are sought after by employers today. In addition, the Legal Practice and Procedures module provides the learner with an overview of the Irish legal system and provides the learner with the language, skills and knowledge to work in a legal environment.