Level 5

This course is designed for those who wish to develop a high level of skill in the area of office administration and who wish to pursue a career as a receptionist or office administrator.  It provides students with the skills required to work efficiently in an office/business environment.

Course Content: 

• Word Processing/Keyboarding

• Internet/E-mail

• Databases/Spreadsheets/Graphics

• Payroll - Manual & Computerised (SAGE)

• Bookkeeping - Manual & Computerised (TAS BOOKS)

• Desktop Publishing

• Reception Studies

• Information & Administration

•  Communications

• Work Experience

The variety of subjects offered my vary slightly from year to year.

Entry Requirements:    

• Applicants should have a Leaving Certificate standard of education  or                                     equivalent and should be over 18 years of age.  

• Participants need some previous experience with comptuers or typing.

Examinations:  

• Students may take examinations with FETAC.

• Current FETAC Examination fees:

  Component Certificate (one module)	€10
  Component Certificate (two modules)	€20
  Component Certificate (three modules)	€25
  Component Certificate (four modules)	€30
  Component Certificate (five modules or more)	€50
  Major Awards/Full Certificates	€50

Course Fees: 

• The school  charges a non-refundable registration fee of €25 per course. This will only be refunded in the event of a course not going ahead.
• Students are also charged a mimimal fee for photocopying/materials at the beginning of the school year.  Students will be informed of this fee on commencement of their courses.

Certification:

FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Business Studies - BBSSX

Grants:  

• Students may be eligible for P.L.C. grants.
• Students may apply to Co. Carlow VEC for details of financial supports available - 059-9721335 or visit www.carlowvec.ie 

Career Opportunities:

Graduates of this course can pursue careers in a number of business related areas including hotels, offices, industry, insurance and banks.

Further Studies:

Graduates who achieve the required standard may progress to further studies in Institutes of Technology through the Higher Education Links Scheme.

For further details and Application Forms contact:

Course Co-ordinator: Niamh Hickey

Phone No: 059-9721335