This course is aimed at students who are interested in pursuing a career in Accounting or Finance. Students will learn the key accounting concepts, principles of accounting and the knowledge and skills required to understand personal and business taxation regulations. They will gain an understanding of core business functions in management and law.

Accounting Technicians are qualified professionals who work at all levels of finance. Accounting Technicians are widely employed throughout the public sector, industry, business and private accountancy practices. They can perform many of the same functions as accountants and are qualified to prepare full financial accounts.

This course introduces the learner to the role of the nurse and provides an understanding of the knowledge and skills required to pursue a career in the nursing profession. Practical elements and work experience enable the learner to gain hands on experience and a real insight into the caring profession.

This full-time one-year programme delivered provides a solid foundation in Sport, Recreation and Exercise. The programme aims to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence in a range of sports, recreation and exercise activities to work independently and under supervision in a variety of sports related contexts and or to progress to higher education and training.

The National Commis Chef Apprenticeship Programme is the starting point for a career as a professional chef. It follows the Earn & Learn model, blending off the job knowledge and skills development in a ETB Training Centre and on the job practical skills development with the apprentice’s employer, within a formal, structured two year programme.

The Certificate in Early Learning and Care is the professional award required for entry into the early learning and care sector. This programme through a balance of theory and practical opportunities enriches the personal and professional development of the learner in preparation of the Early Years Educator role (NFQ Level 5).

This full-time one-year programme will offer a broad business education. Students will acquire skills in high demand in current business settings.

This full-time one-year course is suited to anyone interested in the area of Psychology. It will equip students with a good grounding in theories of behaviour and society which they can bring into further study in Arts or Psychology degrees. It is also a good introduction for anyone thinking of switching into this area.

This programme is for those interested in working in law. It is an excellent taster programme, with emphasis on a basic introduction to the primary areas of Irish law and the Irish Legal System. The principal pathways for further study are into Arts, Business or Law degrees. It is also a useful course for anyone seeking to apply to join the Defence Forces or An Garda Síochána.

This programme is ideal for anyone wishing to pursue further study in the form of an Arts Degree. The range of modules allow for a taste of different areas such as English, Psychology, Social Studies and History. This will give the learner a broad skillset and a breath of knowledge within this area.

This programme is aimed at those who wish to pursue teaching as a career. It will concentrate on skills and knowledge essential to a teacher. It mainly prepares students for entry into Arts Degree programmes for second level teaching.

* It should be noted that there is no direct link from a QQI Level 5 Award into Primary Teaching in Ireland at present.

This programme will offer a broad education in the business sector.  Students will acquire skills in high demand in current business settings, such as payroll and taxation.

This programme offers an introduction to forensic science and its application to criminal law. Students will gain practical skills in the science laboratory as well as gaining knowledge of the criminal law system in Ireland. Progression is possible into chemistry and forensic related courses and these, in turn, link to professions in An Garda Síochána, the Defence Forces and Forensic Science Labs.

This programme will be of interest to those wishing to work or pursue further study in Environmental Science. Career areas include waste management, renewable energy, nature conservation, and numerous areas within the environmental sector. The core science modules open up many routes for further study in general science areas as well as other sustainable areas.

This programme will examine the area of criminology, in particular criminal behaviour and criminal law. Criminology will provide a foundational understanding of crime causes, the Irish legal system, and criminal psychology. It will give students the knowledge, skill and competence of the principles and practice underpinning criminal law and the application of criminal law in legal practice.

This full-time one-year programme provides students with an understanding of the digital skills required for a range of industries like web design, software development, games design, programming and digital marketing, among others. Students will also have an option to complete Microsoft Power BI which provides students with an opportunity to be versed in the most up-to-date data visualization software.

This programme provides a solid foundation in general science. The programme aims to provide both the knowledge and practical skills necessary to prepare learners for further studies in areas such as Biomedical, Pharmaceutical, Biological and Forensics as well as Pharmacy Technician programmes.

This programme will introduce students to the world of Construction. The programme examines construction materials and safe methodologies, with emphasis on sustainable energy efficient dwellings and green technologies.

This full-time one-year programme will concentrate on helping students develop a portfolio of work with the aim of progressing into further study in the area of art, craft and/or design. It is useful for anyone interested in working in the creative sector or for those simply wishing to further their practical skills in this area.

The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work under supervision in a variety of healthcare settings to enhance their role in service provision to service users or to progress to further and or higher education and training. 

This programme provides an in-depth understanding of the main business areas of Business Management. Key areas of study include a focus on Business Law and Human Resource Management. It will develop competence and skills for a wide range of roles in the business sector.

This one year full-time programme provides a solid foundation in General Science with a focus on sports anatomy and physiology and nutrition. The programme aims to provide both the knowledge and practical skills necessary to prepare learners for further studies in areas such as health, nutrition or sports science.

This programme will give you the unique opportunity to study hospitality at QQI Level 5 and to gain valuable work experience in local hotels and restaurants. During the programme, you will get the opportunity to attend 10 sampling days in the Culinary Arts Kitchen and Training Restaurant in Technological University of the Shannon (TUS).