Carpentry & Construction Studies - Pre-Apprenticeship
This program provides students with a broad range of skills to work in both the carpentry & construction environment. The course is ideally suited for those who wish to pursue employment, advance to further education or undertake an apprenticeship.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
38 weeks.
Entry Requirements
Minimum
• Applicants must be 16+ years of age on entry to the course.
• Leaving Cert, LCVP, LCA or QQI Level 4 Major Award.
• Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+.
• Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B1 or Higher).
• Non-EU/EEA applicants must have permission to work in Ireland.
Additional
• 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.
• Garda vetting is a requirement for this programme and participation is subject to a satisfactory outcome of the Garda vetting process.
Careers / Further progression
What are the progression opportunities?
If you complete a QQI major award with Kerry College, you may use your results to progress to third level (University, Technological University or Institute of Technology). You may apply under the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS). A limited number of places are available each year.
What are the employment opportunities?
On successful completion of the course students are prepared for employment, including employment with building contractors/developers, architects, quantity surveyors and local authorities. Students may also progress to apprenticeships as follows;
• Brick and Stonelaying
• Painting and Decorating
• Plastering
• Plumbing
• Stonecutting and Stonemasonry
Further information
Start Date: 09/09/2024.
Learners on full-time programmes at Kerry College have a number of funding options.
1. DEASP (Department of Employment and Social Protection). Contact your local INTREO office.
2. SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland). Apply at: www.susi.ie
If eligible, learners may only receive one of these payments while participating on a Kerry College full-time programme.
Learner Allowance
Also known as a Training Allowance.
To avail of a Learner Allowance, an applicant must be in receipt of a qualifying DEASP payment at course start. Allowances/payments are based on attendance and are paid by Kerry College directly to learners for the duration of the course. You may also receive accommodation or travel allowance if you meet the criteria.
back to Education Allowance
To avail of a Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) the applicant must apply directly to the DEASP. BTEA is paid by DEASP directly to learners for the academic year. There is no option to receive any other payment or receive an accommodation or travel allowance.
SUSI Grant
SUSI is a maintenance grant available only for courses that are SUSI approved. Payments are made directly to the learner in the form of grants to cover the academic year.
There is no option to receive any other payment or receive an accommodation or travel allowance. A full-list of eligible course along with details on how to apply is available on SUSI.ie.
No Payment
A learner who is not eligible for Learner Payment, BTEA or SUSI may still apply and participate on any Kerry College course.
Courses for employment offer travel or accommodation support payments, if criteria are met.
Funding towards Travel, Accommodation and Meals
At present, learners on courses for progression do not qualify for travel/accommodation/meal payments. These payments relate only to learners on courses for employment. Learners may receive Travel or Accommodation Allowance - but not both. Your payment will be calculated and processed at course registration.
Travel Allowance
A travel allowance is a contribution towards the learner’s cost of travel based on the distance from the learner’s primary place of residence to the campus location.
To qualify, learners must live more than 3 miles/5km away from the campus location they are attending. Travel Allowances are not payable to participants on Night Training courses.
Accommodation Allowance
An accommodation allowance may be paid to learners who need to relocate in order to attend a course for employment.
To qualify, learners must live more than 20 miles/32km away from the campus location they are attending. For up to date information on this, please see: kerrycollege.ie/learner-information
National Childcare Scheme
The NCS (National Childcare Scheme) provides childcare supports for those on full-time education and training programmes. Full details can be found on the www.ncs.gov.ie webpage.
You may apply via your MyGovID account or contact Kerry County Childcare Committee at 066 718 1582 to discuss which childcare supports are available to you.
Applications for all full-time programmes should be made online via the Kerry College. Your application will be processed using our FETCHCOURSES system. If you haven't signed up for a FETCH account, you'll need to do this first. It's free and a one-time setup.
Courses For Progression
Gain access to a wide variety of third level courses by studying on our Level 5 and Level 6 programmes.
This program provides students with a broad range of skills to work in both the carpentry & construction environment. The course is ideally suited for those who wish to pursue employment, advance to further education or undertake an apprenticeship.
Why Should I Apply?
This course will give you a foundation and understanding of the essential skills needed in the industry. You will gain knowledge and skills across the different construction disciplines such as carpentry, shuttering, blockwork and plastering apprenticeships.
The course is also aimed at people who wish to embark on a career or gain qualifications in the construction industry, with a particular emphasis on carpentry and the build environment. It is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills associated with the building and construction technology. The course enables students to develop practical skills in the areas of building construction and wood fabrication.
Work experience placement is an integral part of this course. Students must obtain their own work experience. Dates and times of work experience will be specified by the college.
A SafePass is required for anyone entering a construction site to work. We will organise the course prior to the commencement of Work Experience (subject to numbers) for those who do not have one.
What will I study?
Architectural Drawing (5N1558)
Building Construction (5N1570)
Communications (5N0690)
Computer Aided Draughting (2D) (5N1604)
Design Skills (5N0784)
Furniture Making (5N1275)
Work Experience (5N1356)
Wood Fabrication (5N1999)
5M5010 - Construction Technology.
Contact the Kerry College Admissions Office on 066 714 9696 or info@kerrycollege.ie