Payroll - Manual & Computerised
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
Evening – 15 weeks (1 evening per week) or Day–20 weeks (2 mornings per week). Duration may vary
Entry Requirements
Education: Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 4 when accessing a Level 5 programme.
Aptitude: Good numerical and communication skills are essential, including verbal and written command of the English language. Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
Eligibility (evening): Eligibility will be determined by employment status.
Eligibility (day): Priority will be given to those with less than upper secondlevel education (Leaving Certificate or equivalent) and the application process includes an interview.
Careers / Further progression
Progression Routes: Graduates of this course are eligible to apply for the QQI Level 5 Major Award in Business Administration along with a wide range of other further education and training courses. Alternatively, successful candidates can move directly to employment.
Further information
Applying for a Course:
If you have any difficulty contacting the relevant person then please contact Donegal ETB’s Adult Guidance and Information Service in Letterkenny (Tel: 074 9178088) or Donegal Town (Tel: 074 9725520).
You can also email adultguidance@donegaletb.ie or complete this web form and our staff will get back to you: https://www.donegaletb.ie/further- education-training/adult-guidance/.
Alternatively, you can apply online through our website course finder, https://www.donegaletb.ie/further-education-training/course-finder/, or through the national FET course finder, www.fetchcourses.ie. If you are in receipt of Jobseekers Allowance, then your DSP Case Officer will be able to refer you to our courses.
Various locations.
Cost (Evening): €300.00
If you are in employment or self-employed you may be eligible for a fee waiver or reduced course fees under the Skills to Advance initiative. Contact us for further information.
If you are unemployed and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment, you may be eligible for a fee waiver – contact your DSP case officer.
Cost (Day): This course is free for those who:
— Have less than upper-second level education
— Are in receipt of social welfare payment
— Have a full medical card
— Are in the workforce with low skill levels and who need opportunities to upgrade their skills in order to advance their career
Fees apply to other applicants.
This QQI Level 5 single module course is for those with an interest in working in payroll and/or general accounting positions. The aim of this course is to equip the student with the knowledge, skills and competence to operate and maintain accurate payroll records using both manual and computerised systems, for an organisation, working under general direction and supervision. The course will cover key areas such as associated terminology, the tax system, employee entitlements in reference to pay and annual leave, tax credits, statutory and non-statutory deductions, revenue and legislation to name a few.
Modules:
— Induction
— Payroll Manual and Computerised / 5N1546
5N1546 Payroll - Manual & Computerised
Contact:
Tricia Fitzpatrick
Tel: 074 9120500 (evening class)
Vivienne Doherty
Tel. 074 9190610 (day class)