LOETB Edenderry Course Prospectus 2022-2023

Edenderry

Edenderry

Edenderry COURSE PROSPECTUS 2022 – 2023

Excellence through Education and Training

Edenderry Courses

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PART TIME COURSES English for Speakers of Other Languages ......................................5 Reading Workshops ......................................................................5 Basic Computers ..........................................................................6

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Computer Skills (QQI Level 2) ........................................................6 Healthcare Support.......................................................................7 QQI Level 5 Business Studies.........................................................8 RETURN TO LEARNING Beginners Hairdressing (QQI Level 3)..............................................9 Mathematics (QQI Level 3)........................................................... 10 Youthreach Employability Skills (QQI Level 3)................................ 11 Youthreach General Learning (QQI Level4).................................... 12 TRAINEESHIPS Barbering Traineeship ................................................................. 13 FURTHER INFORMATION Apprenticeships.......................................................................... 14 Enterprise Support...................................................................... 15 What is AEGIS?............................................................................ 17 Adult Literacy.............................................................................. 19 Community Education................................................................. 21 Grants, Funding and Programmes................................................22

Centre Manager: Lorraine O’Neill St. Mary’s Road, Edenderry, Co. Offaly • 046 9732091 • edenderryfet@loetb.ie

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denderry Further Education and Training Centre is a vibrant and busy centre. The building has undergone considerable recent renovations, and it is a modern and inviting facility. Staff are friendly and helpful, Lorraine O Neill the Centre Manager and Louise Wallace Inclusion Officer are on-site to answer any queries

Youthreach is an education and training programme for early school leavers.

• It offers support to young people to help them identify what they would like to do in adult life and allows them to certification in QQI level 3 and 4 courses.

• Built into the youthreach programme are supports such as guidance and mentoring.

• Youthreach provides the opportunity for Work Experience and progression to further education provision.

• It operates on a full time basis and takes in new learners all year round.

Traineeships/Skills for Employment : • Full-time Barbering • Part-time Healthcare • Part-time Childcare Lorraine O’Neill Centre Manager

Adult Education: • Reading Workshops • Basic Computers • Beginners Hairdressing • English for Speakers of other Languages , ESOL • Word Processing • IT Skills • Office Skills • Customer Service • Health & Safety • Mathematics • Communications Community Education: • Flower Arranging • Photography • Pottery • Mindfulness • Cookery • Yoga • Art

PART TIME COURSES

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English for Speakers of Other Languages • This course aims to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills to communicate socially at a basic level in English.

• We can also provide industry specific training.

Venue Edenderry FET Centre

Entry Requirements None Contact Louise Wallace on 085 8773842 or email lwallace@loetb.ie Duration Classes will run from September 2022 to May 2023 Mondays 9.30 – 1pm Tuesday 6:30pm - 8:30pm Thursday 6:30pm - 8:30pm Cost None

Reading Workshops (Adult Literacy) Reading and writing are important life skills.

Reading keeps your brain active. It helps with focus and memory. Reading gives you confidence.

If you make reading a habit, it becomes very enjoyable. Why not join one of our classes?

Venue Edenderry FET Centre

Entry Requirements None Contact Louise Wallace on 085 8773842 or email lwallace@loetb.ie Duration Classes will run from September 2022 to May 2023 Wednesday 4pm – 6pm Cost None

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Basic Computers (QQI Level 1) Computers are part of our daily lives. This class is for people who want to develop confidence using IT. Explore how and why we use computers. Learn about basic printing, filing and saving. Surf the internt and write emails.

Discuss safety issues related to IT. Venue Edenderry FET Centre Progression Options On completion of this foundation level course, you can progress to QQI Level 2.

Entry Requirements None Contact Louise Wallace on 085 8773842 or email lwallace@loetb.ie Duration Classes will run from September 2022 to May 2023 Mondays 9.30 – 1pm Thursday 10am - 11:30am Cost None

Computer Skills (QQI Level 2) This class is for people who have a basic knowledge of computers.Explore how and why we use computers.Learn computer language (devices, software, applications). Use software packages, access internet websites. Discuss safety issues related to IT. Venue Edenderry FET Centre Progression Options On completion of this foundation level course, you can progress to QQI Level 3.

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Entry Requirements None Contact Louise Wallace on 085 8773842 or email lwallace@loetb.ie Duration Classes will run from September 2022 to May 2023 Mondays 9.30 – 11am Thursday 10am - 11:30am Cost None

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Healthcare Support (QQI Level 5) This course allows learners to gain and develop key skills in order to work in the healthcare sector . The course includes regular input from local employers and external businesses, and also has a Work Experience component What will I study?

Year 1 • Care of the Older Person • Care Skills • Infection Prevention & Control • Palliative Care Year 2 • Safety & Health at Work • Care Support • Intellectual Disabilities Studies • Work Experience Progression Options In response to the demand in our community for skilled care workers , this course will train learners for a career in healthcare . This qualification allows graduates work in nursing homes, residential units , day care centres or as agency care workers within the community.

Entry Requirements All applicants are subject to interview and an online assessment in Maths and English.

Contact Lorraine O’Neill, Edenderry FET Centre Manager on 085 8773842 or email edenderryfet@loetb.ie Duration Classes will be scheduled Tuesday & Thursday evenings in Edenderry, there may be some online provision.

Cost None

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Business Studies (QQI Level 5) This programme allows the learner to explore business subject areas. The award will equip the learner with the knowledge, competence and skills necessary to prepare financial statements for a range of organisations both manually and using integrated accounting software. The learner will also produce and maintain accurate book-keeping records for a range of organisations using manual and computerised systems .

What will I study?

Year 1 • Word Processing • Spreadsheet Methods • Bookkeeping Manual & Computerised • Accounting Manual & Computerised Year 2 • Business Administration • Databases • Spreadsheets • Communications • Work Experience Progression Options On successful completion of this programme, learners may progress to the QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Business Management.

The level 5 award facilitates entry to a Higher Certificate in Business in TUS Athlone or other third level institutions.

The programme will enhance opportunities in securing an apprenticeship in Financial Services, Accounting Technician or Insurance Practitioner.

Holders of a QQI Level 5 Business Studies Certificate may seek clerical employment in the health, banking, insurance, legal or industrial settings .

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Entry Requirements None Venue Edenderry FET Centre Contact Lorraine O’Neill, Edenderry FET Centre Manager on 085 8773842 or email edenderryfet@loetb.ie Duration This class will take place over 2 mornings 9.30am – 1pm, and may have some online provision.

Cost None

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Beginners Hairdressing (QQI Level 3) This course is an introduction to hairdressing and is an entry point for learners who wish to complete their QQI Level 5 Hairdressing.

Why should I apply for this course?

If you are aged 16-20 and have left school early.

What will I study? (Modules) • Basin Skills • Blow Drying Hair • Roller Setting

Entry Requirements None Venue Edenderry FET Centre Contact Maura Burke on 057 9349424 or email mburke@loetb.ie Duration 1 year

Progression Options Students can progress to Junior Trades and Senior Trades Hairdressing

Award Title, Level and Code Employability Skills, QQI Level 3 Code: 3M0935

QQI level 3 is the equivalent of Junior Certificate.

On completion of this course, learners are eligible to apply for Level 4 courses or equivalent.

Cost None

PROGRESSION FOCUSED

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Mathematics (QQI Level 3) This course is suitable for anyone who left school early and would like to return to learning at a pace that suits them. If you want to build on your basic mathematical skills , and explore concepts such as fractions, decimals, percentages. Financial concepts and money management are discussed. Functions of a calculator are explored

Entry Requirements None

Who should apply for this course?

Anyone wishing to improve their maths.

Duration 32 weeks , Sept 2022 – May 2023 Thursday 9.30 – 11.30

Progression Options QQI Level 4.

QQI level 3 is the equivalent of Junior Certificate .

On completion of this course, learners are eligible to apply for Level 4 courses or equivalent.

PROGRESSION FOCUSED

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Venue Edenderry FET Centre Contact Lorraine O’Neill on 085 8773842 or email edenderryfet@loetb.ie

Award Title, Level and Code Employability Skills, QQI Level 3 Cost None

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Youthreach Employability Skills (QQI Level 3) Fetchcourses.ie Reference: 339872

This course is suitable for anyone who left school early and would like to return to learning at a pace that suits them . It provides a solid foundation in literacy, numeracy, IT and Personal Development.

Why should I apply for this course?

If you are aged 16-20 and have left school early.

What will I study? (Modules) • Communications • Maths • IT • Personal Development • Career Planning • Woodcraft • Catering • Teamworking • Health & Fitness • Entreprise Skills Progression Options Traineeship, Apprenticeship, PLC courses

Entry Requirements Second-level education Contact Lorraine O’Neill on 085 8773842 or email edenderryfet@loetb.ie Duration 1-3 years Award Title, Level and Code Employability Skills, QQI Level 3 Code: 3M0935 Cost None

QQI Level 3 is the equivalent of Junior Certificate.

On completion of this course, learners are eligible to apply for Level 4 courses or equivalent.

PROGRESSION FOCUSED EMPLOYMENT FOCUSED

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Youthreach General Learning (QQI Level 4) Fetchcourses.ie Reference: 339870

This course is suitable for anyone who left school early and would like to return to learning at a pace that suits them . It provides a solid foundation in literacy, numeracy, IT and Personal Development.

Why should I apply for this course?

If you are aged 16-20 and have left school early.

What will I study? (Modules) • Communications • Maths • IT • Personal Development • Work Experience • Design • Woodcraft • Catering • Teamworking • Health & Fitness • Entreprise Skills Progression Options Traineeship, Apprenticeship, PLC courses.

QQI Level 4 General Learning is the equivalent of Leaving Certificate Ordinary Level . On completion of this course, learners are eligible to apply for Level 5 courses or equivalent.

PROGRESSION FOCUSED EMPLOYMENT FOCUSED

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Entry Requirements Second-level education Contact Lorraine O’Neill on 085 8773842 or email edenderryfet@loetb.ie Duration 1-3 years Award Title, Level and Code General Learning, QQI Level 4 4M2010 Cost None

TRAINEESHIP

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Course Name: Barbering Traineeship This qualification will develop the learners knowledge, understanding and skills to enable them to advise and consult with men on the type of hair-cut and facial hair shaping the way they want, but just as importantly what is suitable for them.

Entry Requirements All suitable applicants considered .

Training is also provided on how to work in a safe manner throughout the service. The purpose of this qualification is to develop the learners practical skills to a high level of occupational ability to enable them to perform within a salon setting

Duration Oct 2022 – May 2023

What will I study? (Modules) • Cut men’s hair • Cut facial hair • Client consultation for hair services • Health and safety practice in the salon • Customer service • IT skills • Personal effectiveness • Teamworking • Health and safety awareness • Salon reception duties

Cost None

Contact Lorraine O’Neill on 085 8773842 or email edenderryfet@loetb.ie

Award Title, Level and Code AH20045 - Certificate in Barbering L2

Progression Options Employment in the barbering industry.

EMPLOYMENT FOCUSED

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APPRENTICESHIP

LOETB is responsible for the administration and management of the apprenticeship programme within Laois and Offaly.

Apprenticeship is a recognised means by which people are trained whilst leading to rewarding careers, with learning grounded in the practical experience of undertaking a real job.

Apprenticeships in Ireland are: • Industry-led by consortia of industry and education partners • Lead to an award at Levels 5 to 10 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) • Between 2-4 years in duration • Minimum 50% on-the-job learning • Flexible delivery – online, blended, off-the-job learning in increment/blocks • Apprentices are employed under a formal contract of apprenticeship* • *For apprenticeships in place prior to 2016 the State pays a training allowance to apprentices during off-the-job training phases.

An apprentice can ‘earn and learn’ on the job.

Craft apprentices generally comprise of seven phases, three off-the-job and four on-the-job and normally take a minimum of 4 years.

CONTACT Sandra Doyle, Senior Training Advisor T: 085 8598413 • E: sdoyle@loetb.ie Mary Leech, Senior Training Advisor T: 087 1463092 • E: mleech@loetb.ie Caroline Spollen, Senior Training Advisor T: 085 2541789 • E: cspollen@loetb.ie Michelle Tierney, Apprenticeship Services Manager T: 057 9339632 • E: mtierney@loetb.ie www.loetb.ie/apprenticeships Page 14 | LOETB Edenderry Prospectus 2022-2023

MAMF apprentice Reece Seery awarded a Certificate of Excellence in the World Skills Ireland National Competition What type of apprenticeships are on offer?

There are 25 craft trades available in four industry sectors: • Construction • Electrical • Engineering • Motor New Occupational Apprenticeships are a minimum of 2 years, ranging from Levels 5-9, and have been proposed by the Apprenticeship Council in response to demand for skills in a range of industry sectors including: • Biopharma • Finance • Hospitality • ICT • Insurance • Property Services Full list of all apprenticeships and details on eligibility criteria for each apprenticeship visit www.apprenticeship.ie

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Enterprise Support LOETB provide a range of professional qualifications and short flexible programmes. These programmes can be tailored to your organisation’s needs.

LOETB provides upskilling and reskilling opportunities to employees in jobs undergoing change and to those currently employed in vulnerable sectors. It aims to equip employees with the skills they need to progress in their current role or to adapt to the changing job market.

Build the perfect package for your business needs Working closely with micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSME), LOETB helps employers identify skills needs and invest in their workforce by providing highly subsidised education and training to staff.

Programmes: Digitalisation •

ECDL

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Microsoft Office Skills

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Digital Marketing

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Industrial Electrical Systems

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Computer Aided Draughting

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BIM

Sustainability •

NZEB Fundamental Awareness

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NZEB Retrofit

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NZEB Ventilation

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NZEB Site Supervisor

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Certified Passive House Tradesperson

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Retrofit Insulation Skills

Advance your career with our wide range of professional qualifications.

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External Wall Insulation

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Domestic Heat Pumps

Validate your experience and gain certification through our professional and industry recognised qualifications.

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Solar PV

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Lean Management

Corporate training packages and bespoke training solutions are available for organisations that have ten or more employees.

These training courses can be delivered in-house, off-site in our state-of-the-art facilities or through blended learning. All programmes are delivered by highly qualified, experienced trainers who are experts in their field.

Qualifications

Short Courses

Explore our growing range of short courses to meet your business needs.

Business •

Personal Development

Choose from a wide range of Short Courses that are aimed at those who want to increase their expertise across all industries and areas to include digitalisation, Sustainable and Green business.

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Train the Trainer

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Supervisory Management

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Conflict Management

Webinars and workshops

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Change in Workplace

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Leadership

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Human Resource Management

Explore our range of webinars and interactive workshops that will be delivered and hosted by industry experts. These webinars will keep you and your staff up to date with issues facing industry, current trends, and opportunities.

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Enterprise Support Testimonials “Buildings in the developed world consume 70% of total electricity production so Chadwicks Group are in a unique position, as a building materials provider, to help our customers build energy efficient, sustainable homes. To ensure our colleagues have the most up to date product knowledge we have launched a comprehensive learning program for relevant functions across the business. The first course in this program is NZEB Fundamentals which was delivered by Bebhinn Kennedy in The National Construction Training Centre, Mount Lucas. The course itself was a combination of class room learning and practical work all delivered in the excellent facilities at Mount Lucas. The course was informative and engaging, covering everything from NZEB principles to different types of renewable energy. The practical workshop allowed Chadwicks Group colleagues to get an in-depth understanding of the range of products available along with varying specifications between brands. This course has been attended by many functions across our business including commercial, marketing and sales- all of whom have reported positive feedback for both the facilities and the team delivering the training.”

Austin Nevin | Trading Director Heating & Plumbing Chadwicks Group

“It has been a real pleasure to work with LOETB who have delivered two successful programmes of upskilling for Shaws.

Aideen and the colleagues are dedicated, attentive and accommodating.

The courses, which were tailored to our specific needs, have been well received by our staff and management and will help shape the future of Shaws. We look forward to furthering our relationship with LOETB in 2022.”

Triona Quinlan Director of People and Culture Shaws Department Stores

To discuss your training needs please contact: Jolene Hall Enterprise Engagement Officer M: 085 2539167 E: Jhall@loetb.ie

Aideen Poole Enterprise Engagement Officer M: 087 1777879 E: Apoole@loetb.ie

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Bebhinn Kennedy Enterprise Engagement Officer M: 085 8049519 E: Bkennedy@loetb.ie

Adult Educational Guidance and Information Service

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Adult Literacy Service Literacy is a form of power. It offers opportunities in the world.

The Adult Literacy Service provides free and confidential group classes and one-to-one tuition for adults who wish to improve their reading, writing, spellings, maths or basic computer skills. We provide classes for Speakers of other languages, driver theory and family learning.

The LOETB Adult Literacy Service provides support in the following areas:

English and Communication

Everyday Numeracy/Maths

We provide a range of reading, writing and spelling courses including: • One to one tuition • Small Group Literacy Classes • Book Club • Spelling and Grammar • Reading and Writing • Driver Theory and Literacy Support • Communications (QQI Level 3) • Leaving Certificate English

We provide basic part-time numeracy / maths courses • One to one tuition • Small Group Maths Classes • Games based Maths Class • Everyday Maths • Maths through Cookery, Horticulture, Woodwork and Electrical Skills • Maths (QQI Level 3)

Basic Computers / Digital Skills

Family Learning

We provide part-time basic computer courses • Absolute Beginner Computers – (Touch, Type, Read, Spell) • Beginners Computers • Computer Skills - Level 2 • Using Technology – Level 2 • Word Processing – Level 3 • Excel (Spreadsheets) – Level 3 • Internet and Email – Level 3 • Desktop Publishing – Level 3 • Digital Media – Level 3 • Digital Photography – Level 3

We provide family learning courses • Cookery • Story Telling and Art for Children and Parents (Story-sacks) • Green Families • Horticulture • Start from the Heart – Trauma Informed Learning • Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques

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Adult Literacy Service Workplace Basic Education / Return to Education We can provide courses in all literacy areas that can help with basic workplace education. Our level 3 return to education programmes provide a steppingstone to further studies. Courses offered include: • QQI Level 3 -Introduction to Childcare • QQI Level 3 -Employability Skills including Maths, Communications and Retail Skills • QQI Level 3 - General Learning including Personal Effectiveness, Personal and Interpersonal Skills, Career preparation, Planting and Potting, Plant Propagation, Art and Design, Pyrography, Craft, Sewing, Blowdrying, Basin Skills, Woodwork, Drawing, Bread, Pastry and Desserts, Nutrition and Healthy Eating, Health and Fitness.

• QQI Level 3 – Science and Engineering, Electrical Skills, Maths, Electronics

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) We provide English Classes to Speakers of Other Languages. Assessment is carried out prior to placement to ensure learners are placed in a suitable class.

Levels offered include: • Absolute Beginners • Beginners • Elementary • Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking (QQI Level 2) • Pre-Intermediate • ESOL (QQI Level 3) • Communications (QQI Level 3)

The National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) is used to describe qualifications in the Irish education and training system.

Contact LOETB Adult Literacy Laois Adult Literacy Service Offaly Adult Literacy Service Ann Shields Marina O’Malley 085 8760327

057 9349444 ashields@loetb.ie momalley@loetb.ie LOETB Information Hub, Tullamore FET Centre, Unit 1, Lyster Square, Castle Buildings, Tara Street, Portlaoise, Co. Laois.

Tullamore, Co. Offaly.

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Community Training Local Training Initiatives

Local Training Initiatives are community based training programmes funded under Youth Guarantee, hence trainees are primarily under 35 years of age. The duration of the programmes vary and a training allowance is paid while attending the programme. LOETB funds the programme providers such as Offaly Local Development Company (OLDC), Offaly Traveller Movement (OTM) and Youth Work Ireland Laois (YWIL). Currently there are two LTIs in operation – OLDC Skills for Employment in Edenderry and OTM Skills for Life in Tullamore.

Further information on these courses may be found under the relevant areas in this brochure.

Community Training Centre

Tullamore Community Training Centre provides training for early school leavers aged primarily from 16 to 21 years. Currently programmes on offer include VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Hair and Beauty Services, VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Barbering Studies, QQI Level 3 Major Award in Employability Skills, VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality and Professional Cookery, QQI Level 4 Major Award in Pathways to Employment (Childcare) and QQI Level 3 Major Award in Engineering and Woodcraft. Further information on these courses may be found under the relevant areas in this brochure.

Specialist Training Providers (National Learning Network)

Providers (STPs) primarily cater for unemployed people with disabilities, in receipt of a disability payment, or those who are deemed to require the additional supports that only an STP can provide. The duration of programmes vary depending on need. Courses offered include Kick Start (General, Retail Skills, Office Skills and Catering), Employer Based Training and Transitions in NLN Portlaoise and Employer Based Training, Fresh Start, Office Technology Skills, Sport and Recreation and Transitions in NLN Tullamore. Further information on these courses may be found in the relevant areas in this brochure.

LOETB funds and monitors the community training provision across Laois and Offaly.

For information on any community training programme, please contact: Emma Gilchreest on 085 856 4557 • Email: egilchreest@loetb.ie

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Grants, Funding & Programmes Student Grant (SUSI)

This means test student grant is available to students who are progressing to a full-time QQI Level 5/6 Award or equivalent, and who have not previously studied an award at similar or higher level on the National Framework of Qualifications. The amount of the grant depends on family income and on the distance a student travels from their place of residence to the college. Student Grant applications can be made online only to Student Universal Support Ireland {SUSI) through www.susi.ie. Applications can be made from April and should be made before starting a course. Further information is available on www.studentfinance.ie or www.citizensinformation.ie

Back To Education Allowance (BTEA)

The BTEA is an allowance from the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection {DEASP) to allow eligible applicants to participate in education while remaining on a Social Welfare payment. Eligible applicants are paid BTEA instead of their Jobseekers or other allowance or benefit - more information is available on www.welfare.ie.

Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS)

The VTOS scheme provides a range of courses to meet the education and training needs of unemployed people. Applicants must be aged over 21 years of age and in receipt of Social Welfare payment for at least 156 days before commencement of course. VTOS is aimed in particular at unemployed people who are early school leavers. Successful applicants can receive a VTOS payment for the duration of their course instead of their social welfare payment. They may be able to avail of additional supports including childcare support and small meal and travel allowances. Books and course materials may also be provided.

Back To Education Initiative (BTEI}

BTEI courses are provided to people aged 16+ who have left full-time education and meet at least one of the following criteria: • Have less than upper second level education {Leaving Certificate) • Have a medical card, or are the dependent of a medical card holder • Are in receipt of a social welfare payment (e.g. Jobseeker Allowance/ Benefit, one Parent Family Payment, Cares Allowance, Disability Allowance, etc.).

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Post Leaving Certificate (PLC)

PLC Programmes are full-time courses open to students who have just completed the Leaving Certificate, or any person wishing to return to Further Education. They offer a mixture of ‘hands-on’ practical work, academic subjects and work experience, and are designed as a step towards skilled employment or progression to third level. Successful students may apply to third level programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities through the Higher Education Links Scheme. There may be additional costs on some courses for materials, uniforms, etc. Learners may be eligible to apply for the SUSI grant or the Back to Education Allowance. All fees must be paid before commencement of the programme.

Youthreach Programme

Youthreach programmes give unemployed young people between the ages of 15 and 20, who left school early, an opportunity to get recognised qualifications and the possibility to create a viable career path for themselves. Youthreach offers a flexible and dynamic programme of integrated general education and work experience. Students set personal and educational goals that increase their self-esteem, skills and knowledge base. A training allowance related to the age of students is paid weekly, subject to attendance. A travel allowance is paid where applicable. There are a variety of subjects on offer in all the Centres. Guidance Counselling is also available to all students.

Qualifications QQI Levels 3 & 4 Length of Programme 1-3 years Frequency Monday to Thursday (8.30am - 4pm) and Friday (8.30am - 1.30pm)

National Childcare Scheme (NCS)

NCS is a new scheme that provides financial support to help parents to meet the costs of childcare. Whether you are on a full time or part time course, you may apply for this scheme.

The subsidies are paid directly to your approved childcare provider. Visit www.ncs.gov.ie for more information or contact the Support Centre on (01) 9068530.

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Centre Manager: Lorraine O’Neill St. Mary’s Road, Edenderry, Co. Offaly 046 9732091 • edenderryfet@loetb.ie