Courses by QQI

BACHELOR OF ARTS (Hons) in Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy – commencing October 2021 1 year, part-time, 60 credit, Level 8 add-on, QQI-validated This new QQI-validated Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy programme is being offered in both Athlone and Galway. The main aim of this new 1-year, add-on Bachelor of Arts (Hons)…

Why take this course? Have you ever wished that you could produce your own animations for web, devices and video? This 3D Modelling, Animation and Game Design course will teach you how to model objects, while developing high quality 3D environments.  You will then populate these environments with original characters, bringing them to life with…

BACHELOR OF ARTS (Hons): This 4-year, part-time, Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Holistic Counselling & Psychotherapy Level 8 programme, QQI validated, is offered in both Athlone and Galway. Since its foundation ICPPD has taken the steps necessary to ensure the delivery of a quality service in an environment that is characterised by an attitude to…

NOT AVAILABLE UNTIL SEPTEMBER 2021 This Level 5 Accounting Course is designed to help the student to understand the principles and practice of maintaining financial records manually and using integrated accounting software. It is designed for those with a basic knowledge of computers and an interest in accounting. It is designed to support the learner…

This programme is suitable for those who wish to understand the principles and practice of maintaining financial records manually and using integrated accounting software. It will also enable learners to gain the knowledge and skills to support and maintain records in small/medium organisations.

This 2nd year course provides a professional qualification from the Accounting Technicians in Ireland. Accounting Technicians are skilled support staff working in the accounting & finance areas. This course can provide students with the following: A recognised business qualification with the option to undertake further professional studies Better job opportunities within a wide range of…

This Activities of Living Patient Care award will: Facilitate the learner to gain understanding of the Activities of Living and its application to client care. Facilitate the learner to gain knowledge and competency in the delivery of holistic care to clients/patients and understand the importance of promoting of quality of life for client /patient. Facilitate…

This Activities of Living Patient Care award will: Facilitate the learner to gain understanding of the Activities of Living and its application to client care. Facilitate the learner to gain knowledge and competency in the delivery of holistic care to clients/patients and understand the importance of promoting of quality of life for client /patient. Facilitate…

This programme is aimed at individuals who wish to gain the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently or in a supervisory capacity in an administrative role in the private, public or voluntary sector or to progress to higher education or training. COURSE DESCRIPTION • Assess the relationships between administrations practices and organisations policies, objectives…

This programme is aimed at individuals who wish to gain the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently or in a supervisory capacity in an administrative role in the private, public or voluntary sector or to progress to higher education or training. COURSE DESCRIPTION • Assess the relationships between administrations practices and organisations policies, objectives…

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…

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

ADVANCED BEAUTY THERAPY QQI Level 6 in Beauty Therapy (6M3479) and ITEC diplomas. The Advanced Beauty Therapy course at Dunboyne College of Further Education offers highly specialised treatments such as Facial Electrical and Electrical Epilation. This beauty course is ideal for students who wish to advance their current beauty qualifications and further their career within…

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…

The purpose of this programme is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to use a word processing application to produce complex documents within a range of specific contexts working independently and or taking responsibility for the work of others. The programme is also aimed at training the learner to design and…

Overview These courses are designed to equip students with the knowledge and the skills to work in a variety of areas within the Animal Health Care sector, or to progress to Higher Education through the Higher Education Links Scheme. Students will study core areas of Animal Health Care and are enabled to put theory into…

Overview These courses provide students with valuable skills needed to work in the architecture, engineering and design sectors or to progress to third level options. Students will gain a firm foundation in Architectural Drawing, CAD 2D and 3D, Architectural Model Making and Design and they will also be introduced to Revit 3D Modelling and BIM.…

ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION (6M2007) This Level 6 course is will be an advanced course to suit participants with previous childcare training who wish to develop a career in childcare at the supervisory management level. The modules on the programme will include Child Development, Early Childhood Curriculum, Childhood Social, Legal and…

DFEi run this one year, full-time, Furniture Design and Making course. 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 this industry. In Year 1, students will be introduced…

The most important resource of any organisation is its staff. This course will give students the skills to professionally and confidently manage people from recruitment to retirement. Students will learn to mediate conflict and to deal with employee challenges and will graduate from this course with a thorough grasp of Employment Law and Industrial Relations.…

This practical course gives students the chance to add to their portfolio of Journalism items by giving the students the opportunity to bring their skills and knowledge to the production of digital items such as blogs and podcasts. Students will also work on managing and operating DFEi’s very own news radio service Areas of Study…

This course is designed to allow students to gain the hard and soft skills necessary to manage an administration department in any type of business/office environment. Students will learn about the skills necessary to perform their own role to an excellent standard and to supervise others. Students will receive specialist training in up-to-date Microsoft Office…

This Pre University computer science course provides an opportunity to train for a rewarding career in the IT industry. Student will develop the skills to be able to design, create and maintain websites, databases and computer network, as well as the fundamentals of computer programming using C++, C#, PhP, Javascript, and Visual Basic using Visual…

The overall aim of the Early Childhood Care programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work as an autonomous practitioner and or take responsibility for the work of others in leading and coordinating the provision of a quality early childhood care and education environment which…

This course is an excellent upskilling and portfolio course for learners who wish to progress to either media or TV/film degrees or employment. Learners gain highly practical skills in a range of techniques used in today’s TV and digital film industry. Areas covered include: drama, documentary news packages and single camera interviews. Graduates have received…

This one year course is ideally suited to the student who has a creative flair and is interested in pursuing a career in Graphic Design or Advertising. It combines essential drawing skills with the use of modern creative media applications such as InDesign, Dreamweaver and Illustrator. This is a practical course providing students with the…

This course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to support children and young people, including those with additional needs, in participating in after school support activities.

Airline Studies Tourism 5M5011 WHAT IS AIRLINE STUDIES? This one-year course is designed to prepare students for all aspects of the growing airline and travel in Ireland. This course provides students with the necessary skills to take up employment in the tourism industry or in the travel area as members of Airline Cabin Crew and…

This Philosophy course aims to enable the learner to appreciate the relevance and impact of philosophy and philosophical thought on related subjects, develop critical thought processes and analysis skills.

This Anatomy and Physiology course is suitable for those who wish to gain knowledge of the structure and function of the human body and an understanding of the interrelationship between the systems of the body. It is also suitable for those who wish to follow a career in the community, health services and nursing studies areas.

PURPOSE OF THE COURSE: This course will enable the student to develop a knowledge and understanding of the functions and structure of the human body. The course is suitable for students who need a science subject to enable them to apply for nursing. It is also suitable for those working in the healthcare sector, community…

The purpose of this QQI validated Anatomy & Physiology award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to understand the structure and function of the human body. On successful completion of the modules the learner will have the skills to understand the interrelationships between systems of the body and recognise the…

The purpose of this QQI validated Anatomy & Physiology award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to understand the structure and function of the human body. On successful completion of the modules the learner will have the skills to understand the interrelationships between systems of the body and recognise the…

Animal Care 5M2768 WHAT IS ANIMAL CARE? This one-year course is designed to give students an introduction to the world of animal care and grooming. This course is designed to provide a combination of practical and theoretical tuition in all aspects of the animal care industry. It provides a hands-on, skills-based course which equips students…

This course is designed to equip learners with the skills and knowledge to work in a variety of areas within the Animal Health Care sector, or to progress to Higher Education through the Higher Education Links Scheme. Learners will study core areas of Animal Health Care and are enabled to put theory into practice through…

This Animal Care Assistant course provides learners with a foundation level education and training for those who wish to work in a variety of areas within the Animal Health Care sector or to progress to third level, particularly in the field of veterinary nursing.

Animal Welfare; Animal Grooming; Animal Behaviour; Small Animal Husbandry & Housing; Biology; Animal Anatomy & Physiology; Maths- optional; Work Experience; Communications; Word Processing

Animal Welfare (5N0753) & Animal Behaviour (5N0751)    –  QQI Level 5 Component Awards Structure and Duration:   Evening adult learning course run over 24 weeks based on one 3 hour (6.30pm-9.30pm) class per week on Monday  evenings. Cost: €450.00 per student Purpose of Course:   The purpose of the programme is to prepare participants…

Animation 5M1985 WHAT IS ANIMATION? Students who wish to learn the fundamentals of creation for 2D animated productions, will enjoy the practical and creative elements of this course. Learners will gain skills around character design, animation and creative development through specialist software. Focussing on both drawing and computer skills, students will understand what is required…