This full time, two-year Higher Certificate in Digital and Business Skills Level 6 {DABS Higher Certificate (HC)} in Cathal Brugha FET combines classroom-based learning with work-based learning and runs continuously for 24 months (including work placements). Learners who successfully complete the DABS HC programme can progress directly to year three and four of the DABS BA (Hons) degree programme provided by NCI without going through the CAO.
Eligible participants will be paid an allowance throughout their time on this programme. Participants on this programme will be joint City of Dublin ETB and NCI learners and will have full access to the supports available in both institutes (library, learner supports etc.). Industry guidance is integrated into the curriculum, offering insights and opportunities for real-world applications, preparing participants for future career paths.
Together, these scaffolded elements create a nurturing and empowering environment where these learners can thrive academically and professionally.
| Course Location | Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 1 |
| Course Category | Digital Marketing, Business |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Level 6 Higher Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | Degree in Business and Digital Skills |
| Course Start Date | 23rd September 2024 |
| Course Duration | 2 years in Cathal Brugha FEt + 2 years NCI |
| Course Fee | 0 |
| Entry Requirements | The applicant’s academic ability may be demonstrated by successful completion of any of the following: Leaving Certificate (5 passes) Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (5 passes) Leaving Certificate Applied plus level 6 P-TECH award (Pathways to Technology) Level 5 QQI Certificate in a relevant area Other equivalent award Level 6 Certificate in P-TECH (Pathways in Technology) from NCI In the case of mature learners, i.e. 21 years and over, there are no formal academic entry requirements. The applicant’s academic ability is determined using the principles of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Prospective learners will be expected to demonstrate: a desire to work in the business sector an ability to act with responsibility and autonomy an ability to take responsibility for their own learning while under supervision an ability to to work collaboratively with others effective communication and presentation skills Minimum English language and literacy competence at entry to the programme for speakers of English as a second language is Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, B2 in writing, reading, listening and speaking Where the learner has not completed their second level education through the medium of English, evidence of achieveme |
| Career Path | This is an exciting new route to a degree without CAO points. |
