Business and Humanities
School Head, Briget McGibney
Accounting Technician
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is aimed at students who are interested in pursuing a career in Accounting or Finance. Accounting Technicians are skilled persons who work at middle management level and who provide essential financial and accounting support information to professional accountants and to senior management. Some examples of positions available to qualified Accounting Technicians include: Accounting Supervisor, Budget Officer, Assistant Accountant and PayrollAdministrator.
On successful completion of Year 1 students continue their studies in Year 2. At the end of year 2 students will be awarded the Certificate MIATI (Member of the Institute of the Accounting Technicians of Ireland) once they comply with all the requirements of the Institute.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Work Experience is an integral part of this course. Students complete one day per week work experience in areas of work, which are relevant to their courses, both in the public and private sectors.
COURSE CERTIFICATION
The IATI examinations entitle the student to exemptions from examinations of the following Accountancy Bodies:
• Institute of Certified Public Accountants (CPA).
• Chartered Association of Certified Accountants (ACCA).
• Institute of Chartered Accountants in Ireland (ACA).
• Institute of Chartered Accountants in England, Wales, Scotland.
• Institute of Taxation.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The Accounting Technician qualification is a recognised pathway to attaining a professional accountancy qualification.
For those who do not aspire to attaining a qualification as a professional accountant, the course provides a solid theoretical and practical base that can be used to achieve a successful career in other related areas of business.
Course Content
Year 1
• Finance Accounting I
• Taxation I
• Business Management
• Law & Ethics
• Computer Applications
Year 2
• Finance Accounting II
• Taxation II
• Management Accounting
•Integrated AccountingSystems
School of Business and Administration
Course Code: CI061AL
Course Certification: Institute of Accounting Technicians of Ireland (IATI)
Course Duration: 2 Years
Entry Requirements:
• Leaving Certificate preferable with a minimum of five passes, Grade D or higher including English and Maths or Accounting.
• Mature Applicants
Course Fees/Additional Information
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Advanced Business and Computer Applications
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This is a one year full-time course designed to advance existing skills of students who have completed an Office Administration or a Computer Studies Course. This course will provide the learner with a high level of knowledge, skill and competence in administration at an expert level.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Students who successfully complete this course will have the necessary skills to take up employment in Banking, Insurance, Commercial and Service Industries as well as bodies including the Civil Service, Health Boards, Local Corporations, etc. Students will have acquired the basic knowledge to advance within organisations, in such areas as Management, Administration and eCommerce.
Course Content
Mandatory
• Word Processing
• Business Management
• Communications
• Work Placement
Electives
• Front Office Skills
• Banking and Insurance Studies
• Customer Service
• Teleservices
• Spreadsheet Methods
• Database Methods
• Payroll - Manual and Computerised
•Book-keeping - Manual and Computerised
School of Business and Administration
Course Code: CI061AF
FETAC Level 6
Award Title: Administration FETAC Level 6
Award Code: BAXXX
Course Duration: 1 Year
Entry Requirements: Students must have successfully completed a FETAC Level 5 course in Office Administration,Computer Studies or equivalent
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to give students a practical understanding of the general business environment with an emphasis on accounting, administration, marketing and computing. It is ideal for students who wish to pursue a Level 6 HETAC Business Studies course in Institutes of Technology or Business/Commerce Degrees in the Universities.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
This course provides students with a general qualification in business and will provide opportunities to work in diverse areas such as Finance, Retail, Marketing and IT.
Course Content
Mandatory
• Business Administration
• Marketing Practice
• Communications
• Work Experience
Electives
• Economics
• Business Law
• Accounting - Manual and Computerised
• Word Processing
• Computer Applications
• Information Technology Skills
School of Business and Administration
Course Code: CI061AA
Award Title: Business Studies FETAC Level 5
Award Code: BBSXX
Course Duration: 1 Year
Entry Requirements: Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or Mature Applicants
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Hetac Cert in Business Studies at AIT
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This is a two year full-time Higher Certificate Course. The second year of the course is undertaken in Athlone Institute of Technology (AIT). The Higher Certificate is awarded by the Higher Education and Training Awards Council (HETAC), the degree awarding Council of the Institutes of Technology.
In Year 2, students may select one of the following three options (depending on availability); Accountancy,Information Technology, Marketing.
PROGRESSION
Holders of this Higher Certificate are eligible to apply to join the Bachelor of Business (Level 7) at Athlone Institute of Technology. Alternatively they may avail of the exemptions granted by one of the professional bodies and apply for full-time accountancy studies at Athlone Institute of Technology.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates of this course are eligible for positions in areas such as
Accounting, Banking, Insurance, Marketing, Management, Administration, Retail Services and Computing.
GRANTS
The Third Level Grant System applies to this course.
Course Content
Core Subjects
• Financial Accounting
• Economics
• Communications
• Computer Applications
• Quantitative Techniques
• Marketing Management
• Organisational Behaviour
Elective (One of)
• French
• Insurance and Banking
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APPLY DIRECTLY TO CAVAN INSTITUTE
This course is in conjunction with Athlone IT
Course Code: CI06AX
AIT Code: ALOO2
Course Duration: 2 Years
Entry Requirements: Grade D3 at Ordinary Level in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination. Two of these subjects must be Mathematics and a language (English or Irish).
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Office Administration-Legal/Medical
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This Office Administration course with an emphasis on medical studies for secretaries, is designed for students who wish to pursue a career as a Medical Secretary.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Students who successfully complete this course should have the necessary skills to pursue careers as Medical Secretaries to Doctors in General Practice, Hospitals, Health Boards, Clinics and other areas where a comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology is required.
Course Content
Mandatory
• Text Production
• Information and Administration
• Word Processing
• Communications
• Work Experience
Electives
• Medical Terminology
• Audio Transcription
• Computer Applications
• Information Technology Skills
• Customer Service
School of Businessand Administration
Course Code:CI061AC
FETAC Level 5
Award Title:Business Studies-Secretarial FETAC Level 5
Award Code: BBSSX
Course Duration: 1 Year
Entry Requirements:
• Leaving Certificate
• Leaving CertificateApplied
• Mature Applicants
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Office Administration - Insurance & Banking
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This Office Administration course provides students with the necessary skills to work in the general office environment and the insurance and banking sectors.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Students who successfully complete this course should have the necessary skills to pursue a career with Commercial, Financial, Insurance and Professional Organisations, Public Bodies and Call Centres.
Course Content
Mandatory
• Text Production
• Information and Administration
• Word Processing
• Communications
• Work Experience
Electives
• Insurance and Banking
• Teleservices
• Information Technology Skills
• Computer Applications
School of Business and Administration
Course Code: CI061AE FETAC Level 5
Award Title: Business Studies-Secretarial FETAC Level 5
Award Code: BBSSX
Course Duration: 1 Year
Entry Requirements: Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied or Mature Applicants
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Print Journalism
Course Code: CI061JG
FETAC Level 5 Award: Print Journalism, EPJXX
Course Description
The course aims to equip students with key journalistic skills. Students will learn the theory and practical skills necessary to pursue a career as a print journalist. The course is open to those with no previous experience but who want to work in the journalism area.
Career Opportunities
This course provides students with the skills and knowledge to work in the area of print journalism. It is also useful for those wishing to pursue a career in public relations.
Course Content
Mandatory
Media Analysis
Research Skills for Journalism
Technical Skills for Journalism
Writing Skills for Journalism
Communications
Work Experience
Electives
Word Processing
Internet
Desktop Publishing
Entry Requirements: Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied or Mature Applicants.
Course Duration: 1 Year
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is developed for people who wish to embark on a programme of study leading to a career in Social Care. The course provides the key knowledge and practical skills foundation for different areas of social care work.
Throughout the course, students will visit and obtain work experience in a variety of Social Care settings. Placements will be monitored by qualified Social Care Practitioners.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
This course provides students with the foundation skills required for employment in a social care setting. It also equips students with a knowledge base for further studies.
Course Content
Mandatory
• Communications
• Work Experience
• Social Studies
• Applied Psychology
• Intercultural Studies
Electives
A number of the following will be included
• Political Studies
• Legal Studies
• Team Working
• Care Support
• Equality and Disability
• Human Growth and Development
• Safety and Health at Work
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Course Code: CI061AR FETAC Level 5
Award Title: Applied Social Studies FETAC Level 5
Award Code: EASSX
Course Duration: 1 Year
Entry Requirements: Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or Mature Applicants
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BTEC Higher National Diploma in Health and Social Care
Course Code : CI062AU - Course Certification:BTEC Diploma
Course Description
This professional qualification has been developed for people who wish to pursue a career in the Caring Services. It aims to prepare students for employment in social care settings and forms the academic basis for further education in applied social sciences. This is achieved through a comprehensive programme of tuition and work based education. The course is assessed continually by means of written and practical assignments and oral presentations.
Course Content
Core Units
Communication in Health & Social Care
Principles of Practice
Ensuring Health and Safety
Continuing Development
Working in Partnership
Health and Social Care research project.
Option Units
Leadership and Organizations
Social Context of Health and Social Care
Understanding Abuse
Psychology for Health and Social Care
Counselling Skills Development and
Practice
Understanding Specific Needs
Work Experience
Students must complete three work placements over the two years. Each placement may be completed in an
appropriate vocational setting of the student’s choice. Attendance on the course and at placements is strictly monitored by a qualified Social Care practitioner.
Course Duration: 2 Years
Entry Requirements: BTEC National Diploma in Care. Leaving Certificate, Mature Applicants. FETAC Level 5 Award in Social Studies DCHSX
Additional Requirements: Interview
Higher Education Links Scheme/Progression
Students who have successfully completed the BTEC Higher National Diploma may progress to further education in Institutes of Technology and Universities in Ireland through the Higher Education Links Scheme or to the U.K. through UCAS.
Course Fees/Additional Information
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is aimed at people who wish to embark on a course of study leading to a career in Youth and Community Work. Youth Work is defined as a “planned programme of education designed for the purpose of aiding and enhancing the personal and social development of young persons through their voluntary participation” (Youth Work Act 2001). The course provides participants with the core skills of learning and communication which would enable them to become professional youth workers. Course participants obtain work experience in a range of Youth Work settings which are mainly community-based but can be voluntary or statutory at national, regional or local levels. Work placement will be monitored by a qualified Youth Work practitioner.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
This course will offer students a basis on which to build a successful career within the youth work sector.
Prospective employers include youth organisations, drug awareness groups, community and sports clubs etc.
Course Content
Mandatory
• Working with Young People
• Understanding Youth Work
• Young People and Society
• Communications
• Work Experience
Electives
A number of the following will be selected:
• Peer Education
• Management Committee Skills
• Human Growth and Development
• Social Studies
• Youth Arts Practice
• Understanding Youth Arts
• Social Analysis
• After Schools Support Skills
• Substance Use Issues in Youth Work
• Working with Groups
• Team Working
• Understanding Children’s behaviour
Course Code: CI061YW FETAC Level 5
Award Title: Youth Work FETAC Level 5
Award Code: EYXXX
Course Duration: 1 Year
Entry Requirements: Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or Mature Applicants
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For progression routes to Institutes of Technology and Universities consult Information for FETAC applicants at www.cao.ie
