Courses That Award: Level 6 Advanced Certificate

The Montessori parts of the course train the learners to educate children in a way that gives them the best possible foundation for life. “Maria Montessori’s goal was to develop the whole personality of the child and her system is based on her strong belief in the spontaneous working of the human intellect. The main…

Animal Science; Animal Behaviour; Team Leadership; Work Experience; Wild Animal Management; Animal Grooming; Grooming Science; Canine Obedience & Training; Kennel & Cattery Management

Aim The course offers a challenging and rewarding programme which gives the student an opportunity to expand their knowledge, understanding and skills in business, computing and financial areas. Modules include Administration Practice Team Leadership Spreadsheets Word Processing Payroll Manual and Computerised Accounts/Text Production Work Experience One module may be carried from Level 5 Work Experience…

Who should complete the Advanced Business Management (QQI Level 6 Major Award) course? This course equips Managers including those new to Management with comprehensive skills in the management of people, resources and activities. The course is based around eight sought after and highly practical modules but you have a choice of 6 elective modules. At The…

Duration This is a Full-time One Year course which runs from September to May, 5 days a week. Overview This one year course is designed as a follow on from the QQI Level 5 Animal Healthcare course and is tailor-made to students who wish to progress in the animal area into a working life with…

Duration This is a Full time one year course, which runs from September to May, 4 days a week. Overview This course meets the needs of students who wish to develop a portfolio of valuable skills, for example: Architectural Drawing, CAD2D and 3D, Architectural Model Making and Design. These skills will equip students to find employment in…

This Art and Design course offers students an excellent opportunity to further develop their artistic skills and creativity.  The aim of the course is to provide participants with the skills and knowledge to work independently in a fine art and design context, or to progress to higher education. As part of the course students will…

Business QQI level 6 course aim This Business QQI level 6 course is designed to enable the successful learners to gain an in depth understanding of the role and function of accounting and finance within an organisation and business environment. It also offers the learners the opportunity to develop effective management skills with an understanding of…

This QQI Level 6 course is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge relating to legal practice. Students taking this advanced work based course will be prepared to take up employment as personal assistants in a legal environment

Duration This is a Full time one year course, which runs from September to May, 5 days a week. Overview DFEi has a long history of providing further education and training courses aimed at students who want to work in the furniture industry. Students develop essential craftsman’s skills to assist them in gaining employment in…

Duration This is a Full-time One Year course, which runs from September to May, 4 days a week. Overview This course is designed to allow students to gain the hard and soft skills necessary to manage an administration department in any contemporary business/office environment. Students will learn about the skills necessary to perform their role…

This QQI Level 6 course aims to perfect programming skills learned at QQI Level 5 in order to attain advanced entry to Year 2 of Computer Science at TUD, NCI, IADT or Griffith College

Duration This is a Full time one year course, which runs from September to May, 4 days a week. Overview This advanced course is ideal for students who want to pursue a career in the technology sector.  Software is ubiquitous and critical in almost every facet of the knowledge economy, as a result, industry’s demand…

This Early Childhood Care and Education Level 6 Major award programme – 6M2007 will provide learners with the knowledge, skill and competence to work as autonomous practitioners and to lead and supervise others in the provision of quality early childhood care and education in a variety of ECCE settings, whether working in a day care…

A well established and popular professional accountancy course in Rathmines College

Acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to provide a range of services in a social and vocational rehabilitation context and/or to progress to higher education and training.

Duration This is a Full time one year course, which runs from September to May, 4 days a week. Overview This course is an excellent upskilling and portfolio course for students who wish to progress to either media or TV/film degrees or employment. Students gain highly practical skills in a range of techniques used in…

Duration Block release as part of the apprenticeship (11 weeks for phase 4 and 10 weeks for phase 6.) Overview An apprenticeship is a training and education programme, which mixes learning in a college such as DFEi with work-based learning in a company. This Carpentry and Joinery apprenticeship programme is a 4-year programme consisting of…

This course caters to those applying to third level colleges in order to pursue a career in Art, Craft and Design. It is an intensive year suited to those who are prepared to commit to high work levels in and out of institute hours and short deadlines. The course reinforces an independent work ethic and…

This QQI level 6 Business Law module is designed to enable the learner to gain an in depth understanding of the Legislative Environment in which a modern business must survive. Learners will be aware of and be able to apply the Legislation that applies to their particular area of business.     Learners who successfully complete this…

Designed for those who already have a Level 5 award in a relevant discipline, this programme will strive to ensure that students learn the core principles of business management, marketing and finance.

Learn the core principles of business management, marketing, and administration.  

The aim of this QQI Child Psychology Level 6 course is to provide the learner with the necessary theoretical knowledge relating to child psychology, as well as an understanding of how that theoretical knowledge is relevant in applied contexts as reflected, for example, in best educational practice being tied to the cognitive level of the…

The Childcare Management Advanced Certificate is suited to participants who have already achieved Level 5 Certificate or equivalent in Childcare or related areas and who wish to develop their career opportunities. Learners who complete this course will be in a position to work in a management / supervisory capacity in a variety of childcare services…

Who should complete this course? Students who wish to gain a QQI credit in Social & Legal issues in Childcare at Level 6 Students who wish to understand the social policy and legislation relevant to early childhood education and care settings, children and their families and the skills necessary for dealing with child protection issues.  …

Work Experience (6N1946) Communications (6N1950) Leadership (6N2191) Conflict Management (6N2775) Community Development Practice (6N3667) Community Development Theory (6N3668) Group Work Theory And Practice (6N3669) Social Analysis (6N3666)

Physical and Logical Networking (CCNA Routing & Switching Essentials);Systems Software (Linux Ubuntu, Linux Ubuntu Server, Raspbian);Information Technology Administration (Windows 7, Windows Server 2012, Active Directory, Domain Controllers, Raspberry Pi);Network Infrastructure ;Team Leadership;Work Experience (One day per week work placement in industry);Network Security (CompTIA Security+, Encryption Software, Cisco Wireless Routers, Penetration and Detection Software);Virtualisation Support (Virtual…

As applications of networking technologies continue to expand, there will be more and more opportunities for qualified information and communication technology (ICT) specialists to design, install, secure, and manage their networks. To help students prepare for this growing industry, this course emphasises not only the practical application of network technology, but also of the development…

Aim This course will provide students with a broad textile and craft education base. Students will incorporate new ways of working and expand their textile practice. Emphasis is placed throughout the course on drawing, design and the production process. Students will develop their own experimental textiles and fibres using unusual material and the latest techniques.…

This is a one year full time advanced cookery course ideally suited to students who wish to expand and enhance their skills, knowledge and creativity for a career in the Catering Industry. Students have the opportunity to achieve a solid grounding in specialised areas of Culinary Techniques, Food Safety Management and Producing a Culinary Event.…

The purpose of this QQI Early Childhood Arts and Culture (Montessori Culture) award is to equip the learner with the necessary skills and competence to ensure that each child develops a competent level of learning through Arts and Culture in the ECCE setting. Each student will gain a full understanding of the montessori method of…

Aim This one year course is designed to further develop and enhance your knowledge and skills to work at a supervisory or management level in the childcare service. Modules include Child Development Early Childhood Curriculum Childhood Social, Legal and Health Studies Supervision in Early Childhood Care Diversity and Equality Team Leadership Work Experience One module…

Who should complete this course? Students who wish to gain a QQI credit in Early Childhood Programmes at Level 6. Students who aim to promote good practice, equality, and respect for diversity in early childhood education and care. Students who wish to understand child development from 0-6 years. Students who are looking to complete the QQI advanced…

The purpose of this QQI Early Childhood Literacy & Numeracy (Montessori Maths & Language) award is to equip the learner with the necessary skills and competence to ensure that each child develops a competent level of literacy and numeracy skills as developed through the montessori method of teaching. Each student will gain a full understanding of the…

The purpose of this QQI Early Learning Environment (Montessori Practical Life & Sensorial) award is to equip the learner with the necessary knowledge to implement an appropriate ECCE environment that encourages and supports the holistic learning of the child. The learner will gain the relevant skills and competencies to ensure that the environment is developed…

The purpose of this QQI Early Learning Philosophy (Montessori Method) Level 6 award is to equip the learner with the necessary skills and knowledge to implement appropriate philosophies to apply to the ECCE setting. Learners will be introduced to philosophical approaches for ECCE settings and previous approaches so that comparisons can be made. The Aistear…

An ELC Stage 2 Advanced Certificate primarily for those looking to work in childcare supervision and childcare management.

This course is suited to learners who have already achieved a QQI Level 5 certificate or equivalent in Fashion Design. The Advanced Fashion Design course focuses on the creative skills of theme and concept development for fashion design. Core technical modules in advanced pattern drafting and garment construction equip the learner with the skills required…

Follow the Fashion Design course on Instagram and Facebook   This course prepares the student for the vibrant, creative and challenging world of fashion. The course promotes awareness of current fashion industry trends, along with an understanding of the importance of good presentation skills. You will learn research skills, how to produce initial design ideas…

This course provides the opportunity for the student to develop the practical and business skills needed by fashion stylists, fashion PAs, design and retail entrepreneurs, fashion journalists, buyers, merchandisers and retailers. Trend forecasting and a solid grounding in contemporary and historical fashion equip professionals with the sensitivity to judge the ‘look of the moment’ before…