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Cavan Institute’s School of Lifelong Learning 2009/2010
Adult Education Evening Courses
Welcome to the Cavan Institute School of Lifelong Learning Prospectus for 2009/2010. Congratulations! You have made a significant first step in deciding to explore this prospectus. We hope you decide on a course appropriate to your needs, be it a professional, academic or recreational course.
In this prospectus you will find information to help you make a decision about one of the many interesting and innovative courses Cavan Institute School of Lifelong Learning has to offer. In the past year the interest and growth in evening course provision has been phenomenal. Many new courses were launched in response to participant feedback and as part of our ongoing commitment to the provision of courses to meet the recognised demands.
Not only have we launched an exciting range of courses but you will also see in the prospectus that the majority of courses are accredited by leading awarding bodies – FETAC, ITEC, NISO. These accredited courses give recognised credibility to what is on offer at Cavan Institute. Our valued links with Higher Education providers - NUI Maynooth, NUI Galway, Athlone Institute of Technology and the University of Ulster gives the learner maximum opportunity to study at an advanced stage within the region.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to phone or call into us and we will assist you in whatever way we can.
Our information & Enrolment evening takes place on Wednesday 16 September 2009 from 6.00 pm until 9.00 pm. Courses will be advertised in local media. Learners usually enroll for their chosen course on information & enrolment evening. Advice on courses may be obtained at the information evening. Applications will be accepted prior to the information and enrolment evening. Our prospectus describing our adult education evening programme for 2009/2010 is available to view online here.
Ms Ann Marie Lacey
Director Cavan Institute
Letter from the Director of Adult Education
Thank you for your interest in the program of part time evening courses for 2009/2010 at Cavan Institute. Cavan Institute has evolved over the past year with the opening of a new €7 million campus on Cathedral Road, Cavan, which accommodates state of the art facilities allowing for the expansion of courses within the institute.
Part-time study is a route taken by those who wish to enhance their knowledge or update and develop their skills. Cavan Institute’s, Lifelong Learning Centre offers a broad range of part-time evening courses designed to meet the needs of self-development. The institute is committed to providing opportunities to all groups in society who wish to pursue personal and career development goals.
Courses on offer range from Degree programmes in Business Management and Public Management to ITEC Level 3 Diploma courses to National Certificate programmes provided by FETAC (Further Education and Training Awards Council), in a variety of disciplines. This is an increasingly popular option for those wishing to obtain certified skills that are nationally and internationally recognised while remaining within the county.
Cavan Institute’s, Lifelong Learning Centre currently registers over 750 students with a considerable influx of students from surrounding counties such as Leitrim, Longford, Fermanagh, Monaghan, and Meath.
The Institute caters for adults who have missed higher education opportunities as well as working adults who are now looking to enhance their career by up-grading their qualifications. The courses on offer provide an opportunity for continuous professional development, while enrolments on other courses are motivated more by personal interest and a desire for self-development. Whatever your motivation, participation in an adult education course increases your confidence and updates your knowledge and skills within your chosen area.
“Research throughout the world has demonstrated the central influence of education on life chances, and in recent years, there has been a growing realisation that education must be lifelong if we are to have an inclusive and democratic society which can adapt successfully to meet new challenges.”
The above quote from the July 2000 Government publication entitled “Learning for Life: White paper on Adult Education” is recognition of the importance of the adult education sector. The School of Lifelong Learning is Cavan Institute’s response to meet the needs of this important sector.
Many courses on offer are certified by FETAC and at the end of each module the student is awarded a Component Certificate. This provides the ideal platform for learners to accumulate Component Certificates and ultimately graduate with a FETAC full award. Students can use their FETAC certification as a means to access, progress and/or transfer to a wide variety of courses throughout the country. Perhaps more relevant to adult learners is the fact that FETAC certification is recognised by employers both nationally and internationally.
Cavan Institute hosts cutting edge technology that is second to none. Among the cutting edge resources available is a state of the art IT environment which consists of over 500 computers and a high-tech MAC lab (with Apple Mac computers for IT and Design), fully equipped Science Lab, Beauty Therapy suite, Hospitality Training Facility (for hotel and catering courses), purpose built Art suite (including photographic dark room), two tiered lecture theatres as well as several classrooms.
These new facilities significantly enhance the academic experience for the students and establish a new standard for learning environments in Cavan. Facilities like these play a key role in one of our biggest challenges – to encourage more people to go back into education. Education is a fundamental cornerstone for growth in Cavan. The availability of this facility will continue to ensure greater student success.
I hope you will find a course that encourages your interest and satisfies your learning requirements. I wish you well with your course selection and look forward to your application.
Ms Margaret Tiernan
Director of Adult Education
Range of Courses
Courses on offer span over a wide range of areas such as NUI Maynooth Certificate in Counselling Skills, NUI Maynooth Certificate in Psychology, NUI Maynooth Certificate in Disability Studies, Business Law (FETAC Level 5), Payroll Manual and Computerised (FETAC Level 5), Accounting Manual and Computerised (FETAC Level 5), Book keeping Manual and Computerised (FETAC Level 5), ECDL (European Computer Drivers License), CAD (Computer Aided Design FETAC Level 5), Occupational Health & Safety for specific sectors including Construction and Agriculture, certified by the National Irish Safety Organisation (NISO), Manual Handling Instructor and Assessor Course (NISO), Safe Pass Training (Polish), Anatomy and Physiology (FETAC Level 5), Swedish/Sports Massage (FETAC Level 5), Children with Special Needs (FETAC Level 5), Childcare (FETAC Level 5 Full Award), Work Experience (FETAC Level 5), Digital Presentations (FETAC Level 5), Computer Applications (FETAC Level 5), Web Design & Development (FETAC Level 5), Architectural Drawing (FETAC Level 5), ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Indian Head Massage, ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology, ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy, ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Hot Stone Therapy, to name but some of them.
There are also a number of short courses which are 8 – 10 weeks in duration that extend across a wide range of disciplines, such as Renewable Energy Systems, Adobe PhotoShop, Personal Computer Maintenance, Using the Internet & Networks at home or in a small business, Digital Photography, Introduction to Computers, Web Design, Printmaking, Reflexology, Indian Head Massage, Make-up and Beauty Care, Hairdressing (up-styling), Irish for beginners, Irish for Interviews and Oral Exams, Spanish, French, Lithuanian, Polish, Better interview skills, Project Management, Accounts for small businesses, Furniture making, plus many more.
Evening courses take place typically one evening per week and are usually 2 to 3 hours in duration each evening. Most courses commence in September and run until the following Spring/Summer. Other courses commence in January and run until the Spring/Summer.
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At Cavan Institute’s, Lifelong Learning Centre the student is placed at the centre of the learning process. The cost of each course is set at a level to ensure accessible education of the highest quality for all. Courses run subject to demand. Class sizes are limited, thus ensuring that participants receive more individualised tuition. Cavan Institute maintains a comprehensive database of highly experienced tutors chosen for their academic strength, expert knowledge and practical experience.
Tutors at Cavan Institute fully appreciate that many of the students registering for courses may have been away from education for some time, and are anxious about the classroom environment. The tutors are very supportive and are there to assist you in any way so as to ensure that every student receives a quality education at Cavan Institute. If you are interested in returning to education, but are not sure what area you wish to study, why not try the “Return to Learning” course. This course provides key survival skills to be a successful student in third level education.
Course Development & Suggestions Cavan Institute is committed to meeting the needs of the county and is constantly evolving to reflect changes in the community, industry and education. These needs are changing all the time and we are keen to develop our range of courses and qualifications to constantly maintain their relevance and value.
Courses can also be designed and tailored to meet the specific requirements and training needs of individual businesses and the institute welcomes suggestions of how best to meet the demands of local employers. Members of the public can forward their suggestions for new courses by contacting Cavan Institute at (049) 4332633 or by email to adulted@cavaninstitute.ie
How to Apply To apply for any course simply phone Cavan Institute on (049) 4332633 to request an adult education application form or simply log onto www.cavaninstitute.ie go to the adult education section and click on the link for an application form.
Course Fees Application forms cannot be processed unless accompanied with the appropriate fee. Fees may be paid by cheque, bank draft or postal order. All payments should be made out to “Co. Cavan VEC”. For a course to commence it is necessary to enroll a minimum number of participants. If this number is not reached the course will be cancelled, applicants will be notified and a full refund will be issued. Fees are non-refundable once a course commences.
Prospectus 2009/2010 Our prospectus describing our adult education evening programmes for 2009/2010 is available for viewing online here. Please note this is a large file and may take time to download.
Information & Enrolment Evening Information evenings are held in mid-September and mid-January. Both are advertised in local media. Learners usually enroll for their chosen course on information and enrolment evening. Advice on courses may be obtained at the information evening. Applications will be accepted prior to the information & enrolment evening.
Our Information & Enrolment evening for Autumn 2009 takes place on Wednesday 16 September 2009 from 6.00 pm until 9.00 pm at Cavan Institute, Cathedral Road, Cavan.
Click here for our location on a map of Cavan town.
Margaret Tiernan, Director of Adult Education,
School of Lifelong Learning, Cavan Institute, Cathedral Road, Cavan.
Telephone: (049) 4332633 Facsimile: (049) 4361933 E-mail: adulted@cavaninstitute.ie
The courses on offer are certified by the following awarding bodies AIT Athlone Institute of Technology Cavan VEC County Cavan Vocational Education Committee FETAC Further Education and Training Awards Council HETAC Higher Education and Training Awards Council IA Irish Academy of Public Relations ICS SKILLS Irish Computer Society Skills / ECDL European Computer Driving LicenceICS Skills IPA Institute of Public AdministrationITEC International Therapy Examination Council NUIG National University of Ireland, Galway NUIM National University of Ireland, Maynooth NISO National Irish Safety Organisation University of Ulster
The information provided in this web site is intended as a guide for persons seeking admission to the Institute and shall not be deemed to constitute a contract between the Institute and a Student or any third party. The Institute reserves the right to change, modify, limit in size or cancel any course, class or subject grouping. The Institute expressly reserves the right to refuse any application for admission without being obliged to furnish a reason for so doing.
