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Waterford College of Further Education offers the largest range of courses, evening classes and part-time further education courses in the South East.

Over the past ten years, the Waterford College of Further Education has increased its enrolment from 275 to 859 day time and in excess of 1100 night time students, in the current academic year. This reflects the College’s excellent reputation for providing high quality courses leading directly to employment or third-level education. Our state of the art facilities and motivated teaching staff allow us to provide you with the opportunity to pursue your personal and academic goals. We welcome students of all ages, abilities and nationalities and promise to provide you with a learning environment which is both innovative and supportive.

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Ozanam Street Further Education and Training Centre is a WWETB Education Centre located in Waterford City.

We offer a range of part-time programmes for adults that provide opportunities to:

• Study in a supportive adult environment
• Have a feeling of achievement and success
• Make up for lost opportunities to learn
• Obtain national certification and progress to higher education
• Develop new skills and pursue new employment options
• Learn new skills and explore new opportunities

BTEI offers programmes in the following areas:

Healthcare, Social Studies, Special Needs Assisting at QQI Level 5

Office Skills, Catering, Horticulture at QQI Level 4

Bespoke programmes can also be offered on demand

Community Education is informal learning that contributes to the development of the local community.  

ESOL offers opportunities to improve your English Language and progress to further education and training.

Ozanam Street, Waterford, X91 N281

Co-ordinator: Angi Meegan

Phone: 051 873195

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Waterford College of Further Education offers the largest range of courses, evening classes and part-time further education courses in the South East.

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Adult and Further Education

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• Level Level 7
• Duration 12 mths
• Delivery Part-time
• Fees View details
• Application Status Open
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The BA in Adult and Further Education is a 60 credit, NFQ Level 7 award, follow-on course from the Higher Certificate, designed to meet the needs of tutors and practitioners who are currently working in adult and further education settings (FET) including adult basic education, adult literacy, adult education and community education or those wishing to pursue a career teaching or tutoring in the FET sector.  Throughout the programme, participants will develop their knowledge of adult education theory in order to enhance their practice and self-confidence as adult education tutors/practitioners.  The programme offers participants the opportunity to build on their knowledge base, so that they can critically reflect on the values which are under-pining their practice while simultaneously extending their skills to become more innovative in their approaches to adult education practice.  The programme reflects the key developments and trends in contemporary adult education, both nationally and internationally.  Our experienced lecturing team enrich participants' learning experience by valuing the wealth of experience and knowledge that adult learners bring to the classroom.  Participants can apply their learning directly to their practice and share their experiences with peers and lecturers in a supportive learning environment. This modular programme is delivered in part-time blended flexible mode in order to facilitate adult learners.

Delivery The BA (Ord) in Adult & Further Education is a part-time blended learning modular programme with a flexible delivery model that facilitates the working practitioner.  Traditionally, the programme is delivered through a combination of face-to-face and blended learning. Classes are delivered in weekend blocs (Friday and Saturday) on campus in SETU Waterford (on average 1 or 2 per month) and use of the SETU Waterford virtual learning environment (Moodle) in order to facilitate adult learners. 

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This modular programme is delivered through a combination of face-to-face and blended learning. Classes are delivered in weekend blocks (Friday and Saturday) on campus in SETU Waterford (on average one or two per month).

The programme comprises the following modules. Classes are delivered workshop style, where collective, collaborative and creative learning is strongly encouraged.

We accept applications for modules throughout the academic year, subject to availability on the timetable.  All modules are offered subject to sufficient numbers and resources.

Entry Requirements

• Applicants should hold a Higher Certificate in Arts in Literacy Development or Higher Certificate in Arts in Adult and Further Education or a relevant qualification equivalent to a full award (120 ECTS) at Level 6.
• Applicants must be actively working in the Adult and Further Education & Training sector for the duration of the programme.
• Applicants may be invited to attend an interview for entry to the programme.
• Applicants whose primary language is not English must submit evidence of competency in English, you will need an IELTS score of 6 (minimum of 5 in each component) or equivalent.  Please see more information here

Non-Standard Applications/Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Please Note: Applications for recognition of prior learning (advanced entry or exemptions) are welcomed from potential applicants who may have the appropriate level of knowledge and with significant professional experience in the FET sector.  For further information on advanced entry to this programme, please contact the Course Leader Ms. Ann Marie Cullen Email: [email protected]

How to Apply To apply for this programme simply click on the 'Apply Here ' button.  If you have any questions, please contact the Course Leader Ann Marie Cullen at [email protected] or contact the LDC Office at liter [email protected]

Fees €2,220 - Total Cost  (6 x €370)  €370 per 10 credit module  €270 per module - this subsidised rate is available for those working in the adult literacy service.   

Career Opportunities The programme will enhance participants’ career professional competence and capabilities as adult education and further education and training (FET) tutors/practitioners.  Previous graduates have gained employment in Education Training Boards (ETBs), SOLAS and other FET settings.

Progression/Further Study Opportunities On successful completion of this programme, graduates may progress to further studies at NFQ Level 8.  They can choose to complete the BA (Hons) in Adult and Further Education or the BA (Hons) in Teaching in Adult and Further Education (Teaching Council Approved) in SETU Waterford, which will enhance their professional competence and capabilities as adult education tutors/practitioners.  Alternatively, graduates may choose to undertake an equivalent programme in another Higher Education Institute.

Please consult our Programme Pathways Infographic below for information on further study opportunities available at Level 8 & Level 9.

The programme will enhance participants’ career opportunities across the adult and further education sectors in roles such as adult education tutor, further Education (FE) tutor, management, resource and development roles. On successful completion of the programme, graduates may progress to further studies such as one of the NFQ Level 8 programmes within the School of Lifelong Learning and Education – BA (Hons) in Adult & Further Education or BA (Hons) in Teaching in Adult & Further Education (Teaching Council approved).

Please consult our Programme Pathways Infographic below for information on further study opportunities available at Level 8 & Level 9. 

Completion of a level 8 programme will also enable students to undertake taught Masters programmes or Masters degrees by research at SETU Waterford or other third-level colleges

Course Leader

Ann-Marie Cullen

Level 7 and Level 8 Programme Leader and RPL Advisor Literacy Development Centre -

Call: +35351302874

Email: [email protected]

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Journalism, Photography, Creative Writing & Video

Description

This new course offers the best of both worlds in one complete package: journalism AND photography, optimising both employment and third level opportunities for our students. This course offers all the skill sets needed for a career in media and visual arts, including Prose Fiction which opens the door to the publishing world for our students.

Today’s workplace requires a broad range of skills; the ability to create fresh social media content, photographic and visual skills, the ability to write ‘ready to read’ stories, the ability to be creative, research content etc. This course is designed to equip students with all the communication skills necessary to compete in the online world and the jobs market, building a strong following around one’s written, photographic or podcast work. This course is the ideal foundation for a broad range of third level courses in the humanities, English, visual arts, media, law and business. It also gives students an employment ready portfolio for job interviews in media, photography, research, publishing, writing and online production. There is also a Level 6 progression course, Adv. Cert in Audiovisual Media, available at WCFE, and graduates of this course may apply for the final year of a Media Studies Hons Degree at the University of Sunderland.

Course Content

• Writing Skills for Journalism
• Prose Fiction
• Radio Programme Production
• Research Skills for Journalism
• Media Analysis
• Digital Movie Editing
• Communications

Work Experience

• Documentary Photography

Career Prospects

• Photography
• Advertising Agencies
• Newspapers/Magazines
• Public Relations
• Film Production

Certification

QQI Level 5 -Media Production (5M18518)

Minimum Entry Requirements

• Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent.
• Successful completion of interview.

Work experience placement is an integral part of this course. Students must obtain one day per week work experience for the academic year. The day will be specified by the College. Students have access to an on-campus sound recording studio and radio production facility as part of their training programme.

A student services contribution of €50 is payable on registration. The purpose of which is to cover services, materials, and supports including printing, photocopying, library, student cards etc. This is non refundable.

Progression

The full QQI Level 5 Certificate facilitates entry, on a competitive basis, to a range of third level institutions nationwide. Further details are available from the relevant institutions. Graduates of this course may apply for the progression course Adv. Cert in Audiovisual Media, available at WCFE, and graduates of this course may apply for the final year of a Media Studies Hons Degree at the University of Sunderland.

Successful completion of this course will facilitate progression to related courses at Ballyfermot College of Further Education and will also facilitate entry to Level 6 and 7 courses in related areas.

Specific progression links are available with SETU – Waterford & Carlow Campus for this course. See: Progression Information here.

N.B. Due to ongoing developments in QQI awards, names and content are subject to change.

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