Pre-University Teaching lays the foundation for those who wish to progress to a career in education. On this course you will enhance your skills, knowledge and practical experience prior to progressing to higher education.
This dynamic course provides progression opportunities to degree programmes in various disciplines including teaching, arts and humanities. If you are currently a trainer and would like to re-skill this course is also ideal for you.
On this course you will learn about the concepts and principles in educational, social and psychological studies which will give you a broader knowledge base relevant to careers in education and social care. You will also gain the necessary writing and critical thinking skills for learning at further or higher education.
As part of this course you will complete a two-week work placement. This work experience may be as a trainer in a workplace setting or in a college as a classroom assistant.
| College | City of Dublin FET College Ballyfermot |
| Course ID | 203211 |
| Course Location | Ballyfermot, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 10 |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Level 5 Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | QQI Level 5 Certificate in Education & Training |
| Course Start Date | 16th September 2026 |
| Course End Date | 28th May 2027 |
| Course Duration | 1 Year |
| Course Fee | €150 |
| Entry Requirements | Standard minimum entry requirements for all courses in this college Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+) CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 and Level 6 courses for those whose first language is not English. Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees. Please refer to Information for international students. A PPS number is required for registration. Please refer to How to get a Personal Public Service (PPS) Number. The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+) Minimum entry requirements for all level 5 courses QQI Level 4 award or equivalent Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a Merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or a relevant QQI Level 4 certificate |
| Career Path | Students who successfully complete with a Merit profile may apply for entry to any of the Level 6 courses in BCFE and other Colleges of Further Education. Graduates of this course may also apply through the CAO and/ or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to higher and advanced certificate and degree programmes at national Institutes of Technology, Technological Universities and Universities such as the higher certificate and degree programmes in the faculties of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences in Maynooth University, Dublin City University; University College Dublin and Trinity College, (applicants should confirm linked awards and eligibility requirements with the relevant Higher Education Institution). |
| Course Code | ELT |
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