The aim of this programme is to provide unemployed Early School Leavers, aged between 16 to 21, with educational, practical and personal skills to maximise their independence at home, in the community and in the world of work. The programme will assist the learner to achieve a nationally recognised qualification, which will aid progression to further training and/or education and employment. St. Vincent’s CTC will support learners in achieving a QQI Level 4 Major Award in General Learning with a focus on Care in the Community (Childcare & Healthcare).

There is no charge to participate on this course however learners must be between the ages of 16 to 21 to be eligible for this programme. Learners aged 16 to 18 will receive a training allowance whilst in training. Learners aged 18 to 21 already in receipt of a social welfare payment when commencing the course, may also be entitled to a training allowance while attending. Other available supports include meals, travel and/or accommodation allowances, education support, counselling and family support. 

If you are interested, please contact the centre directly by phone 01-8874100 or email ctcmanager@doccs.ie to discuss your training options.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Between the age of 16 and 21
• Applicants seeking entry to the programme must have achieved a minimum of a QQI level 3 Major award or its equivalent prior to entry to the programme.
• The programme will suit learners who have identified their career pathway and are seeking to further develop their key, employment related, transferable and vocational skills, knowledge and competence.
• Alternatively, applicants may have achieved the equivalent standard of Knowledge, skill and competence through relevant work experience

COURSE CONTENT

Title - Awarding Body

• Communications - QQI
• Caring For Children - QQI
• Child Development and Play - QQI
• Child Care and Safety - QQI
• Health Related Fitness - QQI
• Personal Effectiveness - QQI
• Career Preparation - QQI
• Work Experience - QQI
• Mathematics - QQI
• Information Technology Skills - QQI
• Computer Applications - QQI

LEARNING OUTCOMES

On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to
use a range of skills and tools, under direction and with limited autonomy, related to seeking employment or in employment. It enables the learner develop personal qualities and strengths to make informed choices to pursue a range of employment opportunities or to progress to further education or training.

FURTHER DETAILS

In addition to the course content, learners will access to the following additional training and support:

• HACCP
• Elderly Care and Caring for the Disabled
• Infection Control in Healthcare
• Supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities and mental illness
• Introduction to Caregiving
• Fundamentals of health and social care
• Driver Theory
• Gaisce award
• Career leap programme
• Drugs awareness programme
• Barista training
• HIV safer sex
• Manual handling
• First aid
• Body wise
• Weekly football, gym, walks for physical education
• Counselling
• Family support
• Intergenerational programmes

Qualifications

QQI level 4 Major Award in General Learning

Location

St. Vincent's Community Training Centre
9 Henrietta Street
Dublin 1