EDUCATIONANDLEARNING
Education and Learning / Oideachas agus Foghlaim
BCFE Education and Learning Progression Pathway
NFQ Level 4 and 5 Awards
▪ Leaving Certificate Established (LCE)
▪ Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP)
▪ Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA)
▪ QQI Level 4
▪ Return to Learning (RTL) BCFE NFQ Level 4 Award
BCFE NFQ Level 5 Awards
▪ Pre-Universit y Foundation in Social Science and Arts
▪ Pre-Universit y Foundation in Teaching
▪ Traineeship in Applied Politic s and Leadership
TO HIGHER EDUCATION
Universities and Colleges
NFQ Levels 7 and 8 Awards
Institutes of Technology and Technological Universities NFQ Levels 6, 7 and 8 Awards
PRE-UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION IN SOCIAL SCIENCE AND ARTS
What will you study?
▶ Research and Study Skills (5N3113)
▶ Personal and Professional Development (5N2985)
▶ European Studies (5N1444)
▶ Word Processing (5N1358)
▶ Political Studies (5N1837)
▶ Work Experience (5N1356)
▶ Psychology (5N0754)
▶ Communications (5N0690)
▶ Social Studies (5N1370)
Why choose this course?
▶ If you are a school leaver or mature person looking for a platform to progress to a wide range of careers in Social Sciences, Humanities or the Arts then this course is for you.
▶ This course is specifically designed to provide you with the fundamental knowledge and skills required for success in broad based Arts/Social Science programmes.
▶ In essence you will get a real taste for what’s required at third level before committing to a degree programme. On completion you can use this QQI Level 5 major award to apply through the Higher Links Scheme for a place in many of the different degree programmes in these area.
▶ On this course you will study the core areas of social science and arts such as European Studies, Political Studies, Psychology and Social Studies. These subjects are complimented by modules that assist in the development of your transferable skills such as Communications, Word Processing, Research and Study Skills.
▶ A s part of this course you will complete a twoweek placement in a relevant setting to gain an understanding of how theory is put into practice.
What do you need to apply?
Please refer to the ‘Entry Requirements’ outlined on page 6.
ELS
AWARD QQI
Level 5 Certificate in General Studies.
Progression Opportunities
▶ 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).
BCFE Pre-University Foundation in Social Science and Arts Progression Pathway
Universities and Colleges NFQ Levels 7 and 8 Awards
Pre-University Foundation in Social Science and Arts Level 5 (ELS)
Institutes of Technology and Technological Universities NFQ Levels 7 and 8 Awards
PRE-UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION IN TEACHING
What will you study?
▶ Concepts in Education and Training (5N3631)
▶ Research and Study Skills (5N3113)
▶ Psychology (5N0754)
▶ Social Studies (5N1370)
▶ Word Processing (5N1358)
▶ Work Experience (5N1356)
▶ Communications (5N0690)
▶ Interpersonal and Group Behaviour (5N3632)
▶ Elective: Political Studies (5N1837)
Progression Opportunities
▶ 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).
AWARD QQI
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Education and Training.
Why choose this course?
▶ 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.
▶ A s part of this course, you will complete a twoweek work placement. This work experience may be as an assistant trainer in a workplace setting or in a school or college as a classroom assistant.
What do you need to apply?
Please refer to the ‘Entry Requirements’ outlined on page 6.
BCFE Pre-University Foundation in Teaching Progression Pathway
Pre-University Foundation in Teaching Level 5 (ELT)
Institutes of Technology and Technological Universities NFQ Levels 7 and 8 Awards
Universities and Colleges
NFQ Levels 7 and 8 Awards
TRAINEESHIP IN APPLIED POLITICS AND LEADERSHIP
What will you study?
▶ Political Studies (5N1837)
▶ Legal Practice and Procedures (5N1394)
▶ Conflict Resolution (5N0692)
▶ Psychology (5N0754)
▶ Intercultural Studies (5N0765)
▶ Work Practice (5N1433)
▶ Social Studies (5N1370)
▶ Communications (5N0690)
▶ Political Philosophy (5N3426)
Why choose this course?
▶ This traineeship is the ideal course for community and political activists and those who volunteer in Community organisations, charities and advocacy groups.
▶ This course is centred around practical skills applicable to nearly all political and advocacy areas. You will develop an understanding of how national, regional, and local political systems and organisations work and interact and how to engage with them effectively.
▶ You will gain the requisite skills to operate effectively as a community or organisational political planner or leader and exhibit ability and awareness of Irish and European societies. Participants will, with direction, develop leadership skills for community or voluntary sectors or in organisations engaged in campaigning and advocacy. Relevant communication skills and the ability to plan campaigns, to lobby to achieve goals will be encouraged during the duration of this course.
▶ You are also required to complete work experience with a relevant political, community or advocacy organisation. This course is a one-year (48 week) traineeship. You will be on practical placement for 12 weeks and the remainder of the course will be completed in BCFE.
What do you need to apply?
Please refer to the ‘Entry Requirements’ outlined on page 6.
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Applied Social Studies.
Progression and Career Opportunities
▶ 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 (applicants should confirm linked awards and eligibility requirements with the relevant higher education institution).
▶ Relevant university degree programmes include International Relations, Human Rights, Political Science, EU affairs, Sociology or Psychology courses.
BCFE Traineeship in Applied Politics and Leadership Progression Pathway
Traineeship in Applied Politics and Leadership Level 5 (APL)
BCFE NFQ Level 6 Award
Coláiste Breisoideachais Bhaile Formaid (CBBF), Bothár Bhaile Formaid, Baile Formaid, Baile Átha Cliath 10, D10 TX46 Ballyfermot College of Further Education (BCFE), Ballyfermot Road, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10, D10 TX46 Phone: +00353 1 629 8500 Email: info@bcfe.cdetb.ie Web: www.bcfe.ie
An Roinn Breisoideachais agus Ardoideachais, Taighde, Nuálaíochta agus Eolaíochta Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science
