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POST LEAVING CERT COURSE

Principal: Sean Tansey

Coláiste Na Mainistreach, 
ABBEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
PLC Centre, Marian Road
Boyle, Co. Roscommon
Telephone 071 9662183/071 9664646
          
Secretary: Bridie Flanagan

071 9662183

 

CERTIFICATION
Following a program of Continuous Assessment, which is monitored by External Examiners coupled with some Examinations,
 students will receive a Further Education and Training Awards Council, Level 2 Award/Certificate.(FETAC)

Course 1

CHILDCARE COURSE

The aim of this course is to provide a strong foundation for a Career in Caring for Children. 
It advocates a safe, caring and competent approach to working with children while also 
encouraging an awareness of a child's needs.  Essential for work in the Childcare/Montessori area.

COURSE CONTENT 

Text Production
Child Development
Caring for Children
Early Child Education
Working in Childcare
Communications
Work Placement
....and two other modules

 

Course 2

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY .....Details to follow.

Students are required to pass eight modules in order to obtain a F.E.T.A.C. Award 

Students on the course may be eligible for the P.L.C. grant to the maximum of3,400 per annum. 
Depending on your income you may also be eligable for the top up Grant and the Back to Education Allowance of
250.  
This grant is means tested.

Application forms for grants are available in July/August from 
Human Resources, Helen Mee, V.E.C. Office, Lanesboro St, Roscommon Town, Telephone 090 6626151

OTHER SERVICES AVAILABLE AT THE COLLEGE


Most up-to-date Computer & Office Equipment
Financial/Accommodation Officer
Book Rental Scheme
Career Guidance Tutor Counselling
Mature Persons' Liaison Officer
Students Body Student Canteen
Repeat Leaving Certificate Subjects (Subject to Demand)
Friendly Atmosphere
Free Car Parking

ELIGIBILITY
Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied Qualifications.  Mature students who wish to return to Full Time Education
do not require prior qualifications.  All students will be interviewed.

 

Principal - Sean Tansey - 071 9664646
PLC Coordinator - NAME TO BE INSERTED - 071 9662183
Secretary Bridie Flanagan