Information Processing
For Whom?
This course is for school leavers or adults who:
have a good understanding of basic computer applications, or who have already done a course in computers.
Duration?
1 year.
Entry Requirements:
Leaving Certificate or equivalent. However, the experience of many adults will enable them to succeed in this course.
Main Areas of Study:
| Word Processing | Book-keeping (Manual and Computerised) | Payroll (Manual and Computerised) |
| Database Methods | The Internet | Business Administration Skills |
| Work Experience | Information & Communications Systems | Spreadsheet Methods |
| Communications |
Certification:
QQI Business Studies 5M2067
Higher Education Links
This qualification can be used to apply for a place in a range of Colleges. For information on all relevant Higher Education Links visit QQI, the Central Applications Office (CAO) and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Students are advised at all times to check if their award is linked to a course in the Higher Education Institutions and if there are any additional module requirements or application
Fees:
Student Services €195 – This consists of a student services fee of €160 and a non-refundable deposit of €35, Department of Education and Skills Contribution fee of €200 payable on registration (unless medical card holder), FETAC Exam Fees €50 ( unless holder of medical card),
Work Experience:
2 weeks end of January
Course Co-Ordinator/Specialist:
Jane Quinlan. Jane has experience of many years working in business.
Work As:
Accounts Assistant, Receptionist, Self Employed-Secretarial and Business Support Services,Junior Executive, Payroll
Work In:
Offices – Private and Public Sector, Publishing Houses, Accountancy Firms, Home business
Examples of progression to Higher Education:
Templemore College Administration Level 6
Waterford Institute of Technology Information Technology
Limerick Institute of Technology Accounting & Finance Level 8 Hons Degree
Cork Institute of Technology Business Information Systems Level 8 Hons Degree
Every effort is made to ensure accurate website information; to clarify or confirm any content please contact us. You’ll also be able to verify course content and ask questions at your pre-acceptance meeting.
