Skills 4 Life - Employability Skills
This course is designed to enable young people to explore their creative side through the use of digital media, art, podcasting and more.
| Award Name | Level 3 Certificate (Level 3 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 3 NFQ |
| Award Name | Level 4 Certificate (Level 4 NFQ) |
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 4 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 3 Certificate (Level 3 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 3 NFQ |
| Level 4 Certificate (Level 4 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 4 NFQ |
Duration
Up to 18 Months.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. You just need the will to succeed. Some courses do have an assessment period, this is to ensure that the course is suitable for you.
Eligibility
Careers / Further progression
What choices do I have when my course ends?
This largely depends on the type of course you intend doing. At the end of our courses most students can choose between getting a job or moving on to further education, or a combination of both.
Further information
The majority of National Learning Network programmes are open entry, which means that you can start at any time of the year.
We will be happy to advise you of the details of your course when you meet with us.
All of our courses are free to students. They are funded by the Education and Training Boards or the HSE.
Do I keep my benefits?
Yes. You will keep the financial benefits you currently have. You should contact the secretary at your local centre if you have any queries regarding benefits.
NLN will offer you supports that will not only help with your training but can assist you in relevant aspects of your life. You will hold onto your current financial benefits and in addition you may obtain a training allowance from SOLAS or the HSE.
Skills 4 Life
This course is designed to enable young people to explore their creative side through the use of digital media, art, podcasting and more. The main aim of this course is to develop the confidence and skills to enable students to gain employment or go to further education or training.
Certification: QQI Level 3 and 4 in Employability Skills.
Modules include:
Personal Effectiveness, Work Experience, Career Planning, Information Technology Art & Design, Digital Media, Visual Art Practice and Computer Application.
3M0935 Employability Skills
4M0857 Employment Skills
National Learning Network – Castlebar
Mary Hanlon
Breaffy Road, Castlebar,
Mayo.
Tel: 094 902 2770
Email: castlebar@nln.ie