AUTUMN PROGRAMMES EVENING COURSE PROSPECTUS 2015 · All programmes up to 12 weeks in duration will also run in Spring 2016. Information/ ... Occupational First Aid QQI/FETAC Level

EVENING COURSE PROSPECTUSEnrol Online at www.mallowcollege.ieand receive a €10 discount.

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Welcome to Mallow College of FurtherEducation (MCFE) and thank you fortaking time to read through the EveningEducation prospectus for autumn 2015.A wide range of programmes are onoffer, varying from accredited andgeneral interest programmes availableevery autumn and spring. Theprogrammes on offer are adapted eachterm to suit the needs and interests oflearners and industry. The programmesenable learners to develop new skills ina specific area which can aid futureemployments. MCFE values theimportance of education and for autumn2015 the theme is “Opening Minds,Creating Futures”. Paramount to thesuccess of MCFE is the building ofstrong relationships between learners,tutors and local communitygroups/organisations.

Recognising both the dynamic andcomplex nature of the challenges andopportunities presented in the workplace,we strive, not just to respond to them, butto anticipate them. The vision for theEvening Education Department is tocontinue forging links with industry anddeveloping programmes that aid localindustry needs and create opportunitiesfor learners to develop new skill sets.MCFE boosts two campuses with a widevariety of modern high quality facilities,which creates the ideal environment forteaching and learning.

We have a number of new programmesavailable for autumn 2015 and haverevised a number of our existingprogrammes. For many, enrolling onevening courses represents the start of anew journey and can be an excitingchallenge if you are returning toeducation for the first time in manyyears. MCFE is committed and possessesexperienced staff that guide and assistyou in that journey whether yourchallenge is to pursue a professionalqualification or a new hobby.

Registrations can be made in a numberof ways with online being the preferredmethod. Furthermore why not followMCFE on Facebook and Twitter andreceive regular updates on newprogrammes being offered. You are justa click away from changing your future,so visit us at mallowcollege.com. Welook forward to meeting you at MCFEduring the forthcoming term, and wewish you all the best in your pursuit ofeducation.

Warm Wishes

John HealyJohn HealyDirector of Adult Education

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Evening Education Department Team

Information/Enrolment Evening

Facilitates in MCFE

All programmes up to 12 weeks in duration will also run in Spring 2016. Information/Enrolment for Evening Education Programmes for Autumn 2015 will take place onMonday 7th of September 2015 from 7:30 to 9pm at the Mallow College, AnnabellaCampus.

Start Dates for Autumn 2015 are as follows:Monday Programmes September 28th Tuesday Programmes September 29thWednesday Programmes September 30th

MCFE campus location - Mallow College Campus Annabella The campus is equipped with highly qualified facilities to ensure high standards ofeducation for teaching and learning. The campus contains numerous computer rooms,hair and beauty salons, canteen as well as free on-site parking, with easy access to bothbus and train.

Principal Denis Healy

Director of Adult Education John Healy

Assistant Director of Adult Education Marie Buckley

Administrator Helen Blake

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Contents

Welcome 3

Evening Education Department Team 4

Information/Enrolment Evening 4

Facilitates in MCFE 4

Enrolment Options 9

Terms and Conditions 9

Discounts Available 10

Refund Policy 10

Viable Programmes 10

Important 10

Programme Deferrals 10

Certificates of Attendance 11

QQI/FETAC Programmes 11

Hobby & Leisure Programmes 12

Painting & Drawing for Beginners 12

Advanced Painting 12

Sewing 13

Absolute Beginner Guitar 13

“Irish Tin Whistle & Flute for Beginners” 14

“Irish Tin Whistle & Flute for Improvers” 14

Flower Arranging Fun 14

First Steps in Digital Photography 15

Bridge for Beginners 15

Bridge for Improvers 16

Garden Design QQI Level 5 16

Fruit & Vegetable Gardening 17

Creative Writing 17

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Writing Popular Fiction (NEW) 18

Maths for Adults/Parents 18

Criminology (NEW) 19

Dog Grooming (NEW) 20

Health, Beauty & Wellbeing Programmes 21

Advance Upstyling (NEW) 21

Make Up Techniques (NEW) 21

Introduction to Body Massage 22

Introduction to Indian Head Massage (NEW) 22

Mindful Living 23

The Enneagram & Personality 23

Tai Chi 23

Yoga for Beginners (NEW) 24

Yoga for Intermediates (NEW) 24

Occupational First Aid QQI/FETAC Level 5 25

Introductory to Alternative Therapies (New) 26

Business & Accounting Programmes 27

Accounting Technician – Accounting Technicians Ireland (ATI) 27

Institute of Incorporated Public Accountants (IIPA) (NEW) 28

Manual & Computerised Payroll QQI/FETAC Level 5 29

Manual & Computerised Bookkeeping QQI/FETAC Level 5 29

Computerised Accounts using Sage Accounts QQI Level 6 (NEW) 30

Taxation QQI Level 6 (NEW) 30

Introduction to the Stock Market 31

Start Your Own Business 31

Reception Skills and Frontline Office Skills QQI Level 5 (NEW) 32

Certificate in News Journalism 33

Certificate in PR and Publicity Skills (NEW) 33

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Diploma in Event Management (NEW) 34

CV and Interview Skills 34

Quality Management Systems, Including Auditing (NEW) 35

Customer Service (NEW) 35

Digital Marketing & Social Media 36

Childcare Programmes 37

Early Childhood Care and Education 5M2009 QQI Level 5 Award 37

Childcare: Early Care Education and Practice QQI Level 5 38

Childcare: Work Experience & Communications QQI Level 5 38

Childcare: Special Needs Assisting QQI Level 5 38

Childcare QQI 6M2007 Level 6 Certificate in Early Childhood Care &Education 39

Childcare: Work Experience & Communications QQI Level 6 39

Childcare: Child Development QQI Level 6 40

Healthcare Programme 40

Healthcare Support: Care of the Older Person QQI Level 5 40

Health Care Assistant- QQI Level 5 Award Healthcare Support 41

Healthcare Support: Safety & Health at Work QQI Level 5 42

Healthcare Support: Work Experience & Communications QQI Level 5 42

Healthcare Support: Care Skills QQI Level 5 43

Introduction to Social Care (NEW) 43

Paediatric First Aid for those who Have or Mind Children 44

Computers & Technology Programmes 44

Computers for Beginners 44

Intermediate Computers 45

Tablet (iPad) for Beginners 45

Web Design (NEW) 46

Get to Know Your Laptop (NEW) 46

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Advanced Microsoft Word/Excel (NEW) 47

Intermediate Microsoft Word/Excel (NEW) 47

Language Programmes 48

General English as a Foreign Language (Level A2-B1) 48

English as a Foreign Language (Level B2) 48

Conversational Irish/ Comhrá Ghaeilge (NEW) 49

Conversational French/ Conversation Française 49

Conversational Spanish/Conversación en español (NEW) 49

Conversational Italian / Italiano conversazione (NEW) 50

Sign Language (NEW) 50

Contact Details 51

Social Media 51

Meet Some of Our Teachers 52

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Enrolment Options

You may choose the following options when enrolling for a programme:Programmes commence week beginning September 28th 2015.

Online (Preferred) Receive a €10 Discount:Register online for the programme of your choice at www.mallowcollege.ie

Enrolment at Information Evening:An information/enrolment evening with tutors available will take place on Monday 7thof September 7:30 to 9pm at the Mallow College, Annabella Campus.

By Post:Complete an application form and payment by cheque, bank draft or postal order. Pleasemake payable to Cork ETBReturn applications to: Director of Adult Education Mallow College, Annabella,Mallow, Co. Cork.

By PhoneCall the office from 9am to 3pm Monday to Friday on 022-43030 or [email protected]

Terms and Conditions• Students are expected to supply their own materials• Formation of classes depends on sufficient demand.• Exam Fees (where applicable) are not included in course fee.• The times/duration of courses may vary at Directors discretion.• If a class is not formed fees will be returned without demand or transferred to another

course by request. Where a class is formed, fees will be strictly non-refundable.• It is the responsibility of the participant to inform themselves of the course content,

course duration, etc.• The Director reserves the right to refuse or terminate participation in a class.• Cars parked on college grounds at owner’s risk.• Information provided about a course is intended as a guide only and the Director

reserves the right to alter classes as appropriate.• All cheques must be made payable to “Cork ETB”.• The contents of the prospectus are for information purposes, changes may be made

to syllabi or fees at any time.• All fees must be paid for before classes commence• Students cannot attend a class without an official receipt• Fees published in this booklet are tuition fees only, except where otherwise indicated.

Some validating bodies charge separate registration / examination fees. Please referto their respective websites. (See back of Booklet).

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Discounts Available• €10 discount if you enrol online• *Social Welfare 20% reduction in tuition fees• *Old Age Pension €10 reduction in tuition cost• *Proof of Social Welfare and OAP to be included with application• *Social Welfare discounts only available to individuals in receipt of full job seekers

allowance/benefit, disability allowance or one parent family payment.• *20% discount given to individuals who are on a CE scheme• *Proof of CE scheme required• *Mallow College day time students get 50% discount on non QQI courses• *Valid Mallow College ID required• Module discount of 15% if 2 modules for the same FETAC/QQI course are undertaken

Refund Policy Programme Cancellation For a programme to commence it is necessaryto enrol a minimum number of participants. If this number is not reached the programmewill be cancelled. Participants will be notified and a full fee refund will be processed.Any fees paid by cash are refunded by cheque and will require some time to process.

Viable Programmes All other programmes must remain viable and be self-financing; therefore, NOREFUNDS, under any circumstances, are available once a programme commences. Weregret we cannot entertain any other requests for refunds. Once a programme commencesparticipants cannot defer their place on that programme to another term. It is theresponsibility of the participants to inform themselves of the programme commencementdate, content, programme duration, etc.

ImportantIn all cases fees must be paid before classes commence. Under no circumstances canlearners attend a class without an official receipt. Applications received after thecommencement date of a programme will only be accepted at the sole discretion of theAdult Education Department.

Programme Deferrals Unfortunately, we cannot facilitate applicants who wish to defer a registered place, eitherbefore or after a programme commences, to another term. See Refund Policy. PropertyResponsibility cannot be accepted for the loss or damage to the property of the learner.Class Cancellation/ Rescheduling Due to unforeseen circumstances e.g. teacher illness;a class may be cancelled and rescheduled to another date. If sufficient notification has

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been received by the college, a text message will be issued to all learners registered onthe programme advising them of the change. A cancelled class will usually berescheduled to the week following the last week of the programme, at the normal timeand day. However where this is not possible another date will be selected. On rareoccasions it may be necessary to reschedule a class because of a bank holiday.

Certificates of Attendance will be provided to learners where a learner has at least 70%attendance on the programme.

On 6 November 2012, Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) was established as anew integrated agency (replacing the Further Education and Training Awards Council,the Higher Education and Training Awards Council and the National QualificationsAuthority of Ireland and incorporating the functions of the Irish Universities QualityBoard).

QQI is responsible for the external quality assurance of further and higher education andtraining (including English language provision) and validates programmes and makesawards for certain providers in these sectors.

QQI is also responsible for the maintenance, development and review of the NationalFramework of Qualifications (NFQ).

Since its establishment, QQI has been progressing the development of its qualificationsand quality assurance services. In May 2013, QQI rolled out a Comprehensive PolicyDevelopment Programme through a number of large public events and an extensiveconsultation process.

Through MCFE learners will complete prescribed assignments and assessment and/orexams in order to receive the relevant FETAC/QQI awards. Results for all QQI/FETACassessment will be posted to respective learners in June of each year, with a graduationceremony taking place with a later in the year.

QQI/FETAC Programmes

Certificates of Attendance

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Advanced Painting

Learner ProfileThis programme is suitable for individuals who wish to further develop their artisticskills and explore the process of creating art on a more intensive level. Learners willreceive tuition that is based on their individual artistic goals and abilities.

Programme Description• Observation: Learners will have the opportunity to further develop their observational

skills and use these abilities to visually record their observations on paper• Painting: A thorough exploration of different methods of using paint and instruction

in the understanding of various painting mediums and their individual qualities. • Colour Theory: An investigation into the nature of colour and light• Drawing: Advanced drawing techniques using pencil, charcoal, and ink• Introduction to further education in art, funding bodies and art workshopsOpen class discussions throughout the programme on work in progress. This programmeserves as an excellent gateway to the QQI/FETAC LEVEL 5 modules in ‘Painting andDrawing’

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Wednesday 7.00 to 9.00pm //Duration: 10 Weeks • Start Date: September 30th 2015Venue: Mallow College, Annabella

Tuition Fee: €130 // Accreditation: Certificate of Attendance

Painting & Drawing for Beginners

Tuesday 7.00 to 9.00pm //Duration: 10 Weeks • Start Date: September 29th 2015Venue: Mallow College, Annabella


Learner ProfileThis programme is suitable forindividuals with no previous knowledgeof art and who wish to develop theirartistic and sketching skills through avariety of mediums in a relaxed andsupportive setting.

Programme Description• Develop observation skills working

from still life using various pencils• Understanding basic drawing

techniques such as shape/form/texture/composition

• Knowing your medium (oil paint /water colour / pastels / charcoal) learnthe different properties and create a

finished work of art• Having completed this programme,

Learners will have an overallunderstanding of the creative processand complete a selection oforiginal art works

• This programme may progress ontothe ‘Advanced Painting’ programme atMCFE

• Certain basic drawing materials will berequired and acrylic paints will beused.

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Learner ProfileThis programme is suitable forindividuals who wish to develop theirskills in dressmaking with a view tomaking and altering their own clothes.The programme is suitable for beginnersand those with basic sewing experience.

Programme Description• Learn about the different parts of your

machine: threading, inserting bobbins,trouble shooting etc.

• Alterations: shorten trousers etc.• How to take measurements• Fabric preparation: how to lay and cut

out pattern pieces• Sewing techniques: seams, darts, zips,

buttonholes, hems, waistbands.• Garment construction and finishing:

learners are invited to make and finishbasic trousers.

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bring your ownsewing machineto this class.



Absolute Beginner Guitar

Programme DescriptionThis programme is suitable for individuals who wish to learn the basics of learning to play theguitar. This course is intended as an introduction to guitar. All students must supply their ownguitar.

Monday 7.00 to 8.30pm //Duration: 10 Weeks • Start Date: September 28th 2015Venue: Mallow College, Annabella


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Learner ProfileThis programme is suitablefor individuals who wish tolearn the basics of learningto play the Irish Tin Whistleor Traditional Irish Flute.

Programme DescriptionDo you love IrishTraditional Music? By theend of this 10 week courseyou will be able to playsome Irish tunes and havean understanding of greatmusic.



Learner ProfileThis programme is suitable for those whohave taken their first steps in learning toplay the Irish Tin Whistle or Flute andwould like to progress.

Programme DescriptionWant to learn more challenging Irishdance music and tunes? If you havecompleted “Irish Tin Whistle / Flute forBeginners”, then you have the basicknowledge you require for this course.

Irish Tin Whistle & Flute for Improvers



Programme DescriptionHave fun with flowers and decorate yourhome with creative flair. No fuss, easy tomake arrangements (a new arrangementevery night) in traditional & modernstyles. Using flowers, foliages & everydaymaterials (not included in course, studentsupplied). Suitable for beginners andanyone who wishes to improve theirskills.

Flower Arranging

Wednesday 7.00 to 9.00pm //Duration: 8 Weeks • Start Date: September 30th 2015Venue: Davis College, Summerhill


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Learner ProfileThis course is suitable forindividuals who wish toacquire skills andknowledge in digitalcompact cameras.

Programme DescriptionThe course involves apractical introduction tothe key functions thatare used to photographyand are available onmost digital cameras.Photographycomposition guidelines

are also covered toincrease the balanceand impact of yourphotographs. Thesecond half of thecourse covers retrievaland storage of your

photographs from yourcamera. Finally imagemanipulationtechniques are exploredto further enhance yourphotography.

First Steps in Digital Photography



Bridge for Beginners

Learner ProfileThis programme is suitable forindividuals or partnershipswith little or no previousknowledge of the game ofbridge and who wish toexplore a hobby that will beboth fun and challenging.

Programme DescriptionDevelop an understanding ofthe fundamentals of the gameof bridge from a student’sperspective, to having theability to play both for fun or

at a competitive level.Bridge is a wonderful way toimprove your mental wellbeing as it stimulates the brainand enriches your physicalhealth.Bridge is fun, is a social gameand an excellent way to makenew friends.Unlike other sports, you cantake this game up as a childand play it with theenthusiasm when you reach 90or indeed you can take thegame up at 90!



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Learner ProfileThis programme is suitable for individualsor partnerships to have a completeunderstanding of ACOL bridge togetherwith the ability to compete at club level.

Programme DescriptionThis class in the second in the series andis designed to follow on from Bridge forBeginners course. It will cater for peoplewho have played for a while and need tobrush up their knowledge and use ofACOL system. Each lesson deals with adifferent subject. Comprehensive noteswill be provided



Garden DesignQQI/FETAC Level 5 Award

Learner ProfileThis module is aimed at individuals whowish to gain a full FETAC level 5 inHorticulture. Suitable for those who wish tolearn the principles of garden design andapply it to their own garden. The tutor willwork with Learners, to facilitate them todesign their garden to cater for their owninterests and lifestyle.

Programme DescriptionSurveying and assessing your garden,microclimate and soil. A place to relax, A play space for kids, Akitchen garden, A herb garden, An outdoorroom, A wildlife garden!Garden styles - being inspired by the past,creating a mood.

Design starting points-scale; space; form;texture; tone; balance harmony; repetition;and the use of colour.• Choosing materials• Designing with plants• Building a framework with trees and

shrubs• Layering a border, infill shrubs, flowers

and ground cover• Plants for places. • Plants for seasonal interest • Lighting and furnishing your garden


Tuition Fee: €240 // Accreditation: QQI/FETAC Level 5 Minor Award in Garden Design 5N2551

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Learner ProfileThis course is suitable forbeginners and seasonedgrowers!

Programme DescriptionA comprehensive guide togrowing your own fruitand vegetables, from soil

preparation through toharvest. With plenty ofgardening tips!

Fruit & Vegetable Gardening





Learner ProfileThis programme is aimed at individuals whowish to develop a story idea into a workingscript.

Programme DescriptionThis course is a warm, gentle introduction towriting creatively for people of all levels ofexperience. We'll take a look at the techniquesoften used by actors and writers to enhancetheir creativity, and put them into practice sothat the process of having an idea, picking upa pen and beginning to write becomesenjoyable and effortless. Stimulate theirimagination to produce your story andedit/shape their writing.

Creative Writing

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Learner ProfileThis 10 week program is suitable for allindividuals who wish to learn about the craftof writing popular fiction (e.g. thriller, sci-fi,fantasy, romance etc.) in a fun and supportiveenvironment. This course will takeindividuals through the fundamental processof creating a story from start to finish, whetherit is a short story or a novel.

Programme Description1. Explore the fundamentals of storytelling

(discuss genres, story length and Point ofView)

2. Develop consistent (and realistic) writinghabits

3. Dig deep to generate ideas and draft a story4. Short story vs. novel (what is a scene or

chapter?)

5. What is a plot and why does it matter?6. Characters: Drive your story with emotion7. What is a writer’s voice?8. World-building: escape to a world of yourown creation!9. The basics of revising/polishing a story10. Learn about traditional and self-

publishing, critique partners, first readers

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Learner ProfileWant to be able to help the kids withmaths? This programme is aimed atindividuals who wish to develop andlearn new maths skills.

Programme DescriptionThis course is an introduction to basicmaths at secondary school level andhelp parents develop the knowledge tohelp their children with their homeworketc.

Maths for Adults/Parents NewTuesday 7.00 to 9.00pm //Duration: 10 Weeks • Start Date: September 29th 2015

Venue: Mallow College, AnnabellaTuition Fee: €130 // Accreditation: Certificate of Attendance

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Learner ProfileThis course is suitable for those interestedin the study of crime, the causes of crime,types of crime, punishment, crimeprevention, and the fear of crime. It willequip learners with the knowledge andskills to analyse characteristics, effects andconsequences of criminal activities andrecognise appropriate ways of dealingwith criminal matters.

Programme Description• Introduction to the history and theory of

crime• Socio and economic factors affecting

criminal behaviour

• Key characteristics of a range of crimese.g. burglary, youth, cyber, organisedcrime

• The function of society in relation tocriminology and crime causation:socioeconomic factors, the media,politics and community

• Drugs and crime• Criminal Justice system - role of the

Gardai, the Prison System, the Probationservice, the DPP

• Alternatives to Prison as a form ofpunishment

CriminologyQQI/FETAC Level 5 Award New


Tuition Fee: €240 // Accreditation: QQI/FETAC Level 5 Minor Award In Criminology 5N2107

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Programme DescriptionLearners will be able to:1. Interpret canine, feline and other

small animal body language so as tohandle, house and groom animalsappropriately

2. Explain the cycles of hair and nailgrowth in a variety of dog breeds andother small animals

3. Apply knowledge of anatomical skinstructure and physical skinappearance in animals so as to be ableto suggest skin and coat abnormalities

4. Outline potential causes of hair lossand how to deal with them if evidentin the grooming facility

5. Explain the correct uses of equipmentused in the grooming facility and theappropriate maintenance of suchequipment

6. Use information sources, includingdog owner, examination andobservations of dog, to plan thegrooming process including brushingand de-matting, nail and ear care,

bathing, drying and clipping, handstripping and or cutting as appropriate

7. Exercise appropriate handling andrestraining of animals during thegrooming process

8. Select suitable products andequipment for a variety of animalswith differing skin and hair types

9. Use a variety of grooming equipmentincluding grooming table, dryers,brushes, combs, clippers and others.

10. Deal appropriately with the public andtheir animals

11. Obtain the details required from anowner prior to assumingresponsibility for their animal

12. Maintain personal and professionalhealth and safety requirements of agrooming facility including personalprotective equipment, safe handlingand housing of animals, prevention oftransmission of disease and safety,health and hygiene of facility for thebenefit of the public.

Dog GroomingQQI/FETAC Level 5 Award New


Tuition Fee: €320 // Accreditation: QQI/FETAC Level 5 Minor Award In Dog Grooming 5N0752

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Make Up Techniques

Programme DescriptionThis programme is an in-depth, fun course forindividuals who want tolearn basic skincare andMake-Up Techniques tosuit their individual style.It is also suitable as anintroductory programmefor those who may like toget into the make-upindustry.

• Theory• Skin care and Skin

Types• Products and product

knowledge and MakeUp tools

• Contouring and

Lighting• Day/ Evening Make up• Block eye shadow• 1940’s make up (black

flick Red lip)• Smokey Eye• Socket line eye shadow

• Bridal Make up• Lashes

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Programme DescriptionThis course if aimed at students who havefour of more years’ experience inHairdressing. The course will provide youwith the knowledge and tools to creativebridal and show stopping up dos. Classeswill run for three hours per night over aneight week period to give you time andspace to enjoy and learn in small groups. We will cover Bridal for five weeks andshow work for three weeks,What will you need? - 2 long training

heads, clips and pins, setting rollers andhair ornamentation of your choice.

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Introduction to Body Massage

Learner ProfileLearn how to develop basicmassage techniques withthis introductory course.

Programme DescriptionThis programme gives aninsight into Swedishmassage including a smalltheory element with brief

history of the 5 classicalmassage moves, as well asanatomy/physiology (howthe body works). Thepractically element willinclude back, legs, armsand chest. Students will beresponsible for providingtheir own towels andmassage oil. This is a great

introductory course orsimply a way to relax.

Introduction to Indian Head Massage NewMonday 7.15 to 9.15pm //Duration: 10 Weeks • Start Date: September 28th 2015

Venue: Mallow College, AnnabellaTuition Fee: €130 // Accreditation: Certificate of Attendance

Learner ProfileIndian Head Massage is a wonderfultherapy consisting of simple but effectivetechniques that not only help to relievestress but are also relaxing for the mind andthe body.

Programme Description• In this introductory course learn how to

carry out a step by step Indian HeadMassage treatment to the upper back,shoulders, upper arms, neck, scalp andface.

• A brief bit of theory on the origins ofIndian Head Massage with moreemphasis on the practical side of themassage.

• The course will also include how toincorporate Oils into the massage.

• Learn about Chakra Balancing and its

effect on the body.• Students will work on each other and

will experience the benefits and effectsthis wonderful treatment has to offer.

Students are required to wear comfortableclothing and to bring a large towel andpillow with them for class. Oils will beprovided.

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Mindful Living

Learner ProfileThis programme will showlearners how to usemindful living to reducestress in their own lives,improve confidence andeven make it easier to getout of bed in the morning!

Programme DescriptionMindful Living focuses onways to reduce stress andbring more peacefulnessinto our lives. Come joinus and learn sometechniques to live a moremindful life.

The Enneagram & Personality

Learner ProfileThis programme is suitablefor individuals who wish toexplore the 9 personalitytypes of the Enneagram.

Programme DescriptionThis course describes the

strengths and areas ofgrowth needed for each ofthe 9 personality types. Thedescriptions offer practical,day to day examples, in afun, perceptive andrespectful manner.

Tai Chi

Learner ProfileThis course is suitable forindividuals who wish to“Relax, Recharge andRejuvenate”

Programme DescriptionHave more flow and easein your life. Health,strength, joy and calm arejust some of the benefits ofTai Chi practice



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Learner ProfileThis course is for everyone. If you want toincrease your flexibility, strength, recoverfrom injury, improve your health, relievestress and change your life

Programme DescriptionMany people associate yoga with calm,mellow and serene environments andmovements. Students have the option ofcoming Monday or Wednesday nights.

Please Note Students Need to ProvideTheir Own Yoga Mat

Monday or Wednesday 6.30 to 7.30pm //Duration: 10 Weeks • Start Date: September 30th 2015Venue: Mallow College, Annabella


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Yoga for Intermediates

Learner ProfileThis course is for thosewho have completed abeginner’s yoga course. Ifyou want to increase yourflexibility, strength, recoverfrom injury, improve yourhealth, relieve stress andchange your lifeProgramme DescriptionMany people associateyoga with calm, mellowand serene environmentsand movements. Studentshave the option of coming

Monday or Wednesdaynights.

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Monday or Wednesday 8.00 to 9.00pm //Duration: 10 Weeks • Start Date: September 30th 2015Venue: Mallow College, Annabella


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Learner ProfileThis course is suitable forindividuals who wish tobecome certified firstaiders in their workplace.

Programme DescriptionTopics covered on thiscourse include:• Head injuries• Contacting the

emergency services• Unconsciousness

• Examination of casualty• Fainting• Diagnosis and principles

of treatment• Recovery position• Emergency first aid kits

- contents• Epilepsy• Respiratory emergencies• Diabetes• Asphyxia and its causes• Poisoning• Asthma

• Fractures• Choking• Heart disease• Sprains, strains and

dislocation• Crush injuries• Aspirin administration• Handling spinal injuries• Cardio-pulmonary

resuscitation (CPR)• Burns and scalds• Defibrillator / AED

Tuesday 6.30 to 9.30pm //Duration: 10 Weeks • Start Date: September 29th 2015Venue: Mallow College, Annabella • Tuition Fee: €180

Accreditation: QQI/FETAC Level 5 Minor Award in Occupational First Aid 5N1207

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Introduction to Alternative Therapies

Programme DescriptionThis course is ideal forindividuals interested infinding out more aboutComplimentary Therapieswhich include healing themind, body and spirit.The program gives aninsight into:

• Mediation and Diet,Angels

• Connecting to andhealing

• Australian Bush FlowersEssence and Numerology

• Reflexology• Chakras

• Colours and CrystalHealing

• Aromatherapy• Integrated energy

therapy• Angel card and souls

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Accounting Technician - Accounting Technicians Ireland (ATI)

Participant ProfileThis programme is designed to prepare learners for employment in accounting departmentsof commercial, industrial or public sector organisations or in the offices of practicingaccountants. It provides a valuable qualification in accounting and information skills andmembership of Accounting Technician Ireland (ATI), a professional body sponsored by theInstitute of Chartered Accountants.

The IATI Programme is an ideal preparation for the pursuit of a career in professionalaccountancy.

Programme DescriptionYear 1Monday: Taxation 6.30pm – 9.30pm

Financial Accounting 6.30pm – 9.30pm

Tuesday: Business Management 6.30pm – 9.30pmLaw and Ethics 6.30pm – 9.30pm

Year 2Monday: Management Accounting 6.30pm – 9.30pm

Advanced Financial Accounting 6.30pm – 9.30pm

Tuesday: Integrated Accounting Systems (IAS) 6.30pm – 9.30pmAdvanced Taxation 6.30pm – 9.30pm

Please Note modules take place every second week. Cost for single module is €165 per module.Please note above price includes extra revision seminars that will take place throughout the year

Evaluation and AssessmentExaminations – Summer or Autumn sitting

Entry RequirementsApplicants must hold the Leaving Certificate with a minimum of a Grade D (Ordinary) in atleast FIVE subjects including English and Maths or Accounting OR a minimum of Grade Din FOUR Leaving Certificate subjects with at least TWO of these attained at Higher Level.

Applicants seeking an exemption from Year One must have successfully completed ATI Year1 (at another Centre) or possess an approved equivalent qualification. Mature Learners (over21) may be exempt from the above academic requirements.

*Please note: Separate registration fees, examination fee and fees for manualswill need to be paid to ATI. Please check their website:

www.accountingtechniciansireland.ie

Monday & Tuesday 6.30 to 9.30pm //Duration: 26 WeeksTuition Fee: €660

Accreditation: Accounting Technicians Ireland

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Institute of Incorporated Public Accountants(IIPA)

The Institute of Incorporated Public Accountants (IIPA) is a “Recognised Accountancy Body”under the terms of the Companies Acts. As a “Recognised Accountancy Body” the IIPA trains,accredits and regulates accountants and auditors. The Institute’s goal is to become the choicefor the further development of qualified Accounting Technicians who want to enter intoaudit and accounting practice. The IIPA do this by providing access to high quality, recognisedprofessional accounting training which will allow accounting technicians qualify asProfessional Accountants more quickly than any of the other Recognised Accounting Bodiesand for a lower cost than any other Recognised Accounting Body.

Programme OutlineProfessional 2 Final Admitting ExamAuditing Audit PracticeFinancial Accounting Advanced Financial AccountingAdvanced Taxation Advanced Management AccountingStrategic Management Financial Management

Entry RequirementsApplicants must have successful completed year 1 and 2 of Accounting Technician Course.

Please note: Separate registration fees, exemption/examination fees will need to be paidto IIPA. Please check their website

www.iipa.ie

Tuesday & Wednesday 6.30 to 9.30pm //Duration: 26 WeeksTuition Fee: €800

Accreditation: Institute of Incorporated Public Accountants

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Manual & Computerised PayrollQQI/FETAC Level 5 Award

Learner ProfileThis programme is suitable for individuals who wish to acquire the knowledge andskills necessary to maintain payroll records manually and on computer in a small tomedium sized organisation.

Programme Description• Manual Payroll: gross pay; net annual tax; cumulative, emergency and temporary tax

systems; P45, P60, P30, P35; PRSI; refunds; budgets etc.• Computer Principles: file management functions; range of computerised payroll

packages, data accuracy, security and confidentiality; Data Protection Act etc.• Computerised Payroll: company/employee details; pay frequency; payment types;

non-statutory deductions; payroll management reports; print statutory documents etc.• This programme is based on Thesaurus software usage

Monday 6.30 to 9.30pm //Duration: 12 Weeks • Start Date: September 28th 2015Venue: Mallow College, Annabella • Tuition Fee: €240

Accreditation: QQI/FETAC Level 5 Minor Award in Payroll - Manual & Computerised 5N1546

Manual & Computerised Book-keepingQQI/FETAC Level 5 Award

Learner ProfileThis programme is suitable for individuals with little or no experience of manualbookkeeping and who wish to develop their knowledge and skills to record transactionsin a manual and computerised bookkeeping environment, especially within a smallbusiness.

Programme Description• Preparing: sales/purchase/bank lodgements/bank payments/petty cash books & VAT

forms• Company: create and register• Setting up: VAT rates/bank accounts/ ledgers; customer/supplier accounts; product

details• Enter Documents: sales/purchase/bank lodgements/bank payments/petty cash/

invoices• This programme is based on Sage software usage

Wednesday 6.30 to 9.30pm //Duration: 12 Weeks • Start Date: September 30th 2015Venue: Mallow College, Annabella • Tuition Fee: €240

Accreditation: QQI/FETAC Level 5 Minor Award in Book-keeping - Manual & Computerised 5N1354

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Computerised Accounts using Sage AccountsQQI/FETAC Level 6 Award

Learner ProfileThis programme module aims to equip thelearner with the knowledge, skills andcompetence to input, edit and analysefinancial data and to produce reports usinga computerised accounts package andspreadsheet application in the accountsdepartment of an organisation.

Programme Description• To facilitate the learner to load a

computerised accounts package and setup organisation parameters

• To enable the learner to acquire theknowledge and skills to processaccounting information and adjustments

into a computerised accounts package • To enable the learner to export data from

an accounts package to a spreadsheet toproduce

- Financial Controls & Final Accounts- Accounting Standards, Concepts &

Analysis- Budgets & Budgeting Controls- Sage Accounts

Entry RequirementsStudents are preferred to have completedQQI Level 5 in a business related area orequivalent

NewTuesday 6.30 to 9.30pm //Duration: 14 Weeks • Start Date: September 29th 2015

Venue: Mallow College, Annabella • Tuition Fee: €270Accreditation: QQI/FETAC Level 6 Minor Award in Accounts 6N3911

TaxationQQI/FETAC Level 6 Award

Learner ProfileThis programme is suitable for individualswishing to acquire the skills andknowledge needed for taxation practicesand principles. It will enable participantsto work in an administrative capacity inthe taxation process workingindependently or as a supervisoroverseeing the work of others. Thisprogramme is also ideal for learnerslooking to progress to higher educationand training.

Programme Description• Examine the seven main taxes in Ireland

in detail, including Income Tax, PRSI,Capital Gains, Capital Acquisition, VAT,Corporation Tax and Stamp Duty

• Analyse relevant tax returns and recordsrequired for a typical business to includeonline payments

• Research the effect of taxation policy ontrade structures

• Detailed reports on a range of pensionschemes

• Processes involved in completing annualaccounts and tax returns


Venue: Mallow College, Annabella • Tuition Fee: €240Accreditation: QQI/FETAC Level 6 Minor Award in Accounts 6N4167

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Introduction to the Stock Market

Learner ProfileThis course teaches an introduction to thestock market from a general to specificapproach. You will develop an investor’smind set by learning how to discover andresearch investments with the greatestpotential.

Programme DescriptionIt has a practical focus and features anongoing stock exchange game. Beginnersand experienced investors have foundmany benefits in the course in the past. On

completion of the course Learners willhave the opportunity of forming anInvestment Club to put their newlyknowledge to practical use.


Accreditation: Certificate of Attendance

Start Your Own Business

Programme Description

“Do you want to start your own smallbusiness?

As a successful entrepreneur for 23 years,

let me share my advice, practical skills &tips. This course will assist you with lotsof information including: Pre-Planning,Set-up, Product Costs, Market Research,Sale & Marketing, Financial aspects,Action & Business Plans.

Monday 7.00 to 9.00pm //Duration: 8 Weeks • Start Date: September 28th 2015Venue: Davis College, Summerhill • Tuition Fee: €100


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Reception Skills and Frontline Office SkillsQQI/FETAC Level 5 Award

Participant ProfileThis programme is suitable for those whowish to equip themselves with theknowledge, skill and competence in theconcepts and principles underpinningReception and Frontline Office Skills.

Programme Description• Examine the skills, functions and

responsibilities of a receptionist or frontline office representative within anorganisation

• Explore the range of telecommunicationsnetwork equipment used within areception and or front office context, toinclude, telephone management systems,electronic directories and computernetworks

• Source information from the internet,reservation systems, postal services, calland or courier logs and messaging service.Explain a range of telephonecommunications terms

• Outline aspects of safety and health atwork legislation pertaining to workingwithin a reception context includingsecurity and emergency procedurerequirements

• Identify the process for the flow ofinformation to and from an organisationand sources of reference or informationwithin an organisation

• Plan a reception layout and describe officeequipment in the reception area

• Apply a range of communication skillsincluding personal, interpersonal andtechnological proficiencies using effectivetone, pitch, use of voice and bodylanguage

• Operate a range of equipment in thereception area to include atelecommunications system, an intercom,pager, a computerised data entry system,electronic diary, photocopier, scanner, faxmachine and postal automation equipment

• Produce reception material to includenotices, inventory of equipment, stockrequisitions, petty cash system, diary, postlog, visitors log and telephone messages

• Display a professional approach toreceiving visitors, use effective customerservice skills, upkeep of visitors log book,use initiative around unexpected visitorsand maintain composure when dealingwith complaints

• Present a range of documents includingorder form, invoices and processing travelexpenses

• Apply a range of general administrativeskills within the reception and or frontoffice context, to include filing, bookingand preparing for board meetings orconferences, organising visitors waitingarea, arranging appointments, preparingan itinerary, making reservations,providing information to visitors, orderingstationery, dealing with incoming andoutgoing postal dispatches and courierservices.


Venue: Mallow College, Annabella • Tuition Fee: €200Accreditation: QQI/FETAC Level 5 Minor Award in Reception Skills 5N1407

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Tuition Fee: €130 • Accreditation: Certified by the Irish Academy of Public Relations

Certificate in News Journalism

Learner ProfileThis programme is suitablefor individuals who wish todevelop essential writingskills in order to work inJournalism. It aims toprovide learners with theknowledge, skill and abilityto produce written copyacross a range of writingstyles and is certified by theIrish Academy of PublicRelations.

Programme Description• Journalism• How the media works• Ethics & Issues• Use of Language• News Reporting

• Compiling & EditingNewsletters

• Feature Articles • Interview Skills

*PLEASE NOTE: Exam Fees of €85 are extra and are payable during the term.


Tuition Fee: €130 • Accreditation: Certified by the Irish Academy of Public Relations

Certificate in PR and Publicity Skills

This programme module aimsto equip the learner with theknowledge, skill andcompetence in the role,functions and techniques ofPublic Relations within arange of contexts.

Programme Description• Explore the Public Relations

Profession, its mainhistorical origins,definitions, theories, codesof ethics and its applicationand relevance in modernsociety

• Examine the PublicRelations environments ofin-house departments andconsultancy and thecommonalities anddifferences in servicesoffered

• Examine and apply the keycriteria for developing andmanaging Public Relationsproposals and campaigns, toinclude, situation analysis,identification of key publicsand objectives, selectingrelevant activities

• Examine Public RelationsPractice to include - mediarelations, sponsorship,managing events, corporatecommunications, internalcommunications, crisismanagement and publicaffairs

• Examine and apply mediastyles and formats, adaptingwriting skills to variousmedia outlets

• Examine new media andemerging communicationchannels


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Diploma in Event Management

Are you a good organiser? Do you enjoyplanning? Do you pay attention to the littledetails that make all the difference? Are youalways on the lookout for new ideas?

If so – then perhaps you should consider acareer in Event Management. Eventmanagement is about organising functions –large ones and small ones. It’s about workingwith caterers and fashion agents andmarquee providers. It’s about booking bands,clowns and balloons. It's about sourcingflowers made from vegetables, and cakesmade from ice. Event management is alsoabout planning and co-ordination.Understanding health and safety legislation.Knowing when you need licences or specialpermissions. Mostly, Event Management isabout making creative ideas come to life and

doing so professionally.

Programme DescriptionThis Event Management course will teachyou about planning and managing an event.It will teach you how to market an event,publicise it, generate interest and attractparticipants. You will learn aboutadvertising, creating flyers and posters,organising competitions and creatingmerchandising. You will discover how tocheck licence requirements, what health andsafety regulations you are bound by andwhat constitutes best practice in EventManagement. Finally, you will learn how toevaluate the success of your event in termsof revenue generated, publicity secured andfeedback from the audience who attended.


Venue: Mallow College, Annabella • Tuition Fee: €150Accreditation: Certified by the Irish Academy of Public Relations


CV and Interview Skills

This course shows how what you say andhow you say it can help you stand out fromthe crowd. An interview is a sales pitch,where you are selling yourself, your skills,your experience, and how you can add valueto an organisation, by helping them toachieve their needs. This programme showshow you can understand the needs of theorganisation you are applying to, the keyoutcomes that are expected from the role youare interviewing for and the possible needs

of the interviewer themselves, both blatantand hidden.

NewWednesday 7.00 to 9.00pm //Duration: 6 Weeks • Start Date: September 30th 2015

Venue: Mallow College, AnnabellaTuition Fee: €80 • Accreditation: QQI/FETAC

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Quality Management Systems,Including Auditing

This course is aimed at individuals who areeither involved in a quality role/ function,or for individuals who are looking forcareers in quality/ quality management.

Programme DescriptionTo gain an in-depth understanding of what aquality management system comprises ofand the benefits of having ISO 9001:2008 asa business tool to drive continuousimprovement. There will also be a strongemphasis on conducting Internal QualityAudits. This course will allow you toconduct audits on quality systems in anyindustry both public and private, no matter

what size company/ organisation is involved.

• What is Quality versus a QualitySystem?

• ISO 9001:2008 content• Quality Manual and other Quality

Documentation• Plan, Do, Check, Act.• Problem Solving Techniques• Measurement System Analysis• Continuous improvement• ISO 9001:2008 content• Audit Planning• Audit reporting.

NewMonday 7.00 to 9.00pm //Duration: 12 Weeks • Start Date: September 30th 2015

Venue: Mallow College, AnnabellaTuition Fee: €150 • Accreditation: Certificate of Attendance

Customer ServiceQQI/FETAC Award

Learner ProfileThis course is suitable for anyone dealingwith customers.

Programme DescriptionThe aim of this award is to equip the learnerwith the understanding of the value of thecustomer service discipline as well asknowledge and skills to provide effectivecustomer service within a work, social orvoluntary environment, operatingindependently or as part of a team.• To enable the learner to explore the role of

customer service in organisationaleffectiveness

• To facilitate the learner to explore the roleand responsibilities of a representative ofan organisation and work effectively as part

of a team• To enable the learner to acquire a range of

verbal and non-verbal skills in order tomeet customer needs, handle customercomplaints and deliver good customer care

• To create an awareness of consumerprotection legislation, appreciate the rightsof all customers regardless of gender,marital status, family status, sexualorientation, religion, age, disability, race orculture

• To assist the learner to develop theacademic and vocational language, literacyand numeracy skills related to CustomerService through the medium of theindicative content

• To enable the learner to take responsibilityfor his/her own learning.


Venue: Mallow College, AnnabellaTuition Fee: €200 • Accreditation: QQI/Fetac In Customer Service 5N0972

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Digital Marketing & Social Media

Learner ProfileThis programme will be of interestparticularly to those who own a business,who are starting a business, marketingprofessionals, or anyone managing acorporate website. Digital marketing willenhance your business online presence.Ideally learners will have a basicknowledge of computers and be aware ofwhat the main social media platforms andtools are.

Programme Description• Social media overview• Email Marketing• Search Engine Optimisation• Pay per Click Advertising and web

site structure• Facebook• Pinterest and Infogram• Blogging and content creation• Twitter• LinkedIn• Google Analytics, display

advertising• The marketing plan• Inbound marketing and content

creation• Link building strategies

Learning OutcomesThis practical programme aims to equiplearners with the necessary skills to:

• Build your own business bloggingwebsite using WordPress

• Optimise your website to achievehigh rankings in Google searches

• Set up your own email marketingcampaign and learn how to use anemail service provider

• Use Google Adwords to setup yourown Advertising Pay Per Clickcampaigns

• Create your own Facebook Profile,Facebook Business Page andcustomized landing page

• Learn how people communicate onFacebook and how to increase yourfollowers

• Create your own Twitter account andhow to build your Twitter following

• Tweetdeck for twitter• Create your own LinkedIn account

and how to use it for businesscontacts

• Set up web analytics on your websiteto monitor and measure traffic

• Understand display advertising• Instagram and Pinterest• Create your own digital marketing

for your business


Tuition Fee: €200 • Accreditation: Certificate of Attendance

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Early Childhood Care and Education 5M2009QQI/FETAC Level 5 Award

Programme DescriptionThis course provides the successful learnerwith a nationally accredited award in thetheory and practice of Early ChildhoodEducation and Care. The learner will gainknowledge, skills and the competence towork independently and under supervisionin a range of Early Childhood Care andEducation settings. Two modules will beoffered each term, 8 modules must becompleted to achieve a full award.

Entry RequirementsPass Leaving Certificate or equivalent.This requirement does not apply to maturelearners.

ProgressionEarly Childhood Care and EducationWorker in Pre-school, Creche, ClassroomAssistant, Special Needs Assistant,Children’s’ Nanny. Successful graduatesmay progress to theEarly Childhood Care and EducationCertificate Level 6 Award. They are alsoeligible to progress to Higher educationcourses in Universities and institutes ofTechnology through the Higher Education

Links Scheme (HELS).

Programme of Study• 5N1764 Child Development• 5N1770 Early Care and Education

Practice• 5N1773 Early Childhood Education and

Play• 5N1765 Child Health and Wellbeing• 5N1356 Work Experience• 5N0690 Communications• 5N1786 Special Needs Assisting• 5N2396 Children with Additional NeedsModules subject to change

"A reduced fee of €50.00 applies to anyapplicants who are eligible for the BackTo Education Initiative (BTEI)Programme. To qualify for BTEI, youmust be finished full-time educationand be either without a LeavingCertificate or receiving any type ofSocial Welfare Payment. Those whowish to apply can contact BrendanGlynn, BTEI, Q Centre Mallow on 02255452."

Duration: 2 Years Part Time

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Childcare: Early Care Education and PracticeQQI/FETAC Level 5 Award

Learner ProfileIf you have a genuine interest in childrenand want to know how they grow, developand learn, this course will definitely be foryou.

Programme DescriptionThis compulsory module is designed toinstruct learners in the following:

• Historical development of the ECCEsector

• Legislation governing the ECCEsector

• Reflective practice• Equality and diversity• Teamwork and communication with

the ECCE setting• Education and care routines


Accreditation: QQI/FETAC Level 5: Minor Award in Child Development 5N1770

Childcare: Work Experience & Communications QQI/FETAC Level 5 Award

This programme module aims to providelearners with the personal knowledge,skills and capacity to participate in asuitable work placement under supervisionfor a limited time. This programme

module also aims to facilitate the learnerto acquire communication skills relevantto vocational and personal development.These modules are compulsory to get afull level 5 award.


Accreditation: QQI/FETAC Level 5: Minor Award in Work Experience/Communications 5N1356/5N0690

Childcare: Special Needs Assisting QQI/FETAC Level 5 Award

This programme module explores the roleand responsibilities, qualities and skills ofthe Special Needs Assistant (SNA). Itexamines the relevant legislation in relationto disability and explores the rights ofchildren with disabilities in relation topersonal autonomy, participation anddecision making. Relate effectively andappropriately to children who present withadditional needs. To enable the learner toselect and apply care routines in feeding,

toileting and general hygiene. Maintainappropriate relationships with children,parents, primary carers, teachers and othermembers of the multi-disciplinary team. Toassist the learner in working effectively withchildren who present with disabilities underthe direction of the classroom teacher. Assistchildren with disabilities in a range ofactivities, ensuring equality of opportunitythrough working in a safe and professionalmanner.


Accreditation: QQI/FETAC Level 5: Minor Award in Special Needs Assisting 5N1786

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Childcare QQI 6M2007 Level 6 Certificate in Early ChildhoodCare & Education

Programme DescriptionThis Advanced Certificate in EarlyChildhood Care & Education is a skillsbased programme designed for those whoare in a Supervisory role in an Early Yearssetting and builds on and expands theFETAC Level 5 Certificate in Childcare toprovide the learner with a comprehensiveunderstanding of childcare and educationin Ireland today and wishes to advance toachieve a FETAC Level 6 Montessoriqualification

It is made up of 8 modules and eachmodule carries a value of 15 credits,giving a total of 120 credits for the fullaward.

Entry Requirements:Applicants must have completed fullFETAC Level 5 Award in Childcare and 2-3 years work experience.

Programme of Study:• 6N1942 Child Development• 6N1946 Work Experience• 6N1950 Communications• 6N1944 Early Childhood Curriculum • 6N1973 Supervision in Early Childhood

Care• 6N1945 Childhood Social Legal and

Health Studies • 6N1957 Special Needs Assisting• 6N1935 Early Childhood Literacy &

NumeracyModules subject to change

For information regardingcomponents running for autumn 2015

term contact the evening educationoffice on 022-43030 or email

[email protected]


Childcare: Work Experience & Communications QQI/FETAC Level 6 Award

This programme module aims to providelearners with the personal knowledge,skills and capacity to participate in asuitable work placement under supervisionfor a limited time. This programmemodule also aims to facilitate the learnerto acquire communication skills relevantto vocational and personal development.These modules are compulsory to get afull level 6 award.

Wednesday 6.30 to 9.30pm //Duration: 12 Weeks • Start Date: September 23rd 2015Venue: Mallow College, Annabella • Tuition Fee: €260


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Childcare: Child DevelopmentQQI/FETAC Level 6 Award

This module is designed to provide thelearner with knowledge and understandingof child development from 0-12 years andthe skills required to implement andpromote the use of observations in theearly childhood education and care setting.This module aims to promote goodpractice, equality and respect for diversityin early childhood education and care.

Objectives of the Programme Module: 1. Recognise the capabilities and

potential of the individual childacross all domains of development

2. Carry out observation andevaluation techniques andunderstand their implications forpractice

3. Understand the influence ofgenetic, social, cultural andenvironmental factors on the overall

development of the child 4. Understand the interdependency of

all domains of development •Critically reflect on the childdevelopment

5. To assist the learner to develop theacademic and vocational language,literacy and numeracy skills relatedto Early Childhood Care &Education Level 6 through themedium of the indicative content

6. To enable the learner to takeresponsibility for his/her ownlearning.

Monday 6.30 to 9.30pm //Duration: 12 Weeks • Start Date: September 21st 2015Venue: Mallow College, Annabella • Tuition Fee: €240

Accreditation: QQI/FETAC Level 6: Minor Award in Child Development 6N1942

Healthcare Support: Care of the Older Person QQI/FETAC Level 5 Award

Learner ProfileThis programme is designed to equiplearners with the knowledge and skills toprovide care for the older person in avariety of settings.

Programme Description• The ageing process• Working with the older person• Caring for the older person with specific

needs and care settings


Accreditation: QQI /FETAC Level 5 Minor Award in Care of the Older Person

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Health Care AssistantQQI/FETAC Level 5 Award Healthcare Support

DescriptionSuccessful completion ofthis course provides arecognised qualificationnecessary for working as aHealth Care Assistant in avariety of settings,including hospitals, dayand residential care and thehome. The course equipsthe carer with theknowledge and skillsnecessary to work in thisrewarding role as a memberof the care team. It issuitable for those wishingto embark on a career incaring and those alreadyworking in the sector whowish to gain a recognisedqualification. Two moduleswill be offered each term, 8modules must becompleted to achieve a fullaward.

Entry RequirementsPass Leaving Certificate orequivalent. We acceptapplication from maturestudents who do not meetthe Leaving certificaterequirement. Learners mustbe 18 before thecommencement of thecourse.

ProgressionLearners who successfullycomplete this course willbe qualified foremployment as health careassistants in hospitals,maternity care, residentialcare, day care centres andthe community. Successfulgraduates may progress torelated health and socialcare courses in theInstitutes of Technologythrough the HigherEducation Links scheme byCAO application.

Programme of Study• 5N0758 Care Support• 5N1794 Safety and

Health at work• 5N2770 Care Skills• 5N0690 Communications

• 5N1356 Work Experience• 5N3707 Activities of

Living Patient Care• 5N2705 Care Provision

and Practice• 5N1652 Intellectual

Disability StudiesModules subject to change

"A reduced fee of €50.00applies to any applicantswho are eligible for the BackTo Education Initiative(BTEI) Programme. Toqualify for BTEI, you mustbe finished full-timeeducation and be eitherwithout a LeavingCertificate or receiving anytype of Social WelfarePayment. Those who wish toapply can contact BrendanGlynn, BTEI, Q CentreMallow on 022 55452."


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Healthcare Support: Safety & Health at Work QQI/FETAC Level 5 Award

This module is designed to provide thelearner with the skills and knowledge topromote and maintain Safety and Healthin the working environment which aims toprevent injury and ill-health arising fromwork activities. It’s a compulsory modulefor healthcare support students.

• Safety and Health at Work Legislation• Promote safe working practices and

procedures• Stress Management• Fire Safety• Good Housekeeping• Safety Signage

• Hazard Identification• Carry out a Risk Assessment• Safety Statement• Accident Investigation & Reporting


Accreditation: QQI/FETAC Level 5: Minor Award in Safety & Health at Work 5N1794

Healthcare Support: Work Experience & Communications QQI/FETAC Level 5 Award

This programme module aims to providelearners with the personal knowledge,skills and capacity to participate in asuitable work placement under supervisionfor a limited time.

This programme module also aims tofacilitate the learner to acquirecommunication skills relevant tovocational and personal development.

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Healthcare Support: Care Skills QQI QQI/FETAC Level 5 Award

Learner ProfileThis programme is suitable for those whowish to be equipped with the knowledge,skills and competence to enable them tocare for and address the needs of a personand their family.

Programme Description• Identify the hygiene needs of clients• Discuss the prevention of pressure sores• Adapt levels of assistance to the needs of

particular clients• Examine the physical, emotional , social,

psychological needs of clients


Accreditation: QQI /FETAC Level 5 Minor Award in Care Skills 5N2770

Introduction to Social Care

Learner ProfileThis course is for anyone interested inSocial Care or anyone already working inthe caring profession. This course willcover counselling skills and practice,Psychology, Applied social care andCognitive behavioural therapy. It is bothan informative and interactive class.

Programme Description• Introduction to Social Care , Attachment

Theory and applied social care• Developmental Psychology , Theories in

Psychology, Psychotherapy and AppliedPsychology

• Counselling Skills 1 , Active listeningand practice skills

• Counselling Skills 2 , Counselling theoryand applying theory to practice

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, what isCBT and applying it to practice

• Addiction studies including the CBTmodel

• Reflective learning and boundaries inSocial Care

• Managing Aggressive and violentbehaviour in Social care, Summary ofcourse



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Paediatric First Aid for those who Have or Mind Children

Bumps & Bruises, Head Injuries, Cuts andBleeding, Burns, Accidental Poisoning,Managing High Temperatures and FebrileConvulsions, Treating and Resuscitatingthe choking child, When to go to thedoctor or when to call the emergency

services.

A small number of training days will beavailable, contact the office or [email protected] formore information.

Start Date: Various Dates (1 Day Course) 9.00am to 2.00pmVenue: Mallow College, Annabella • Tuition Fee: €65

Computers for Beginners

Learner ProfileThis 10 week programmeis suitable for individualswith no previousknowledge of computers. Itis designed to introduceand develop one’sknowledge of the PersonalComputer. At the end ofthis programme, you willhave knowledge ofpractical use of the internet,emails and MicrosoftWord.

Programme Description• Computer Operation

and Use: parts of acomputer system;common softwareapplications; operate acomputer

• Word Processing:basics;

edit/format/enhance/find/replace text;header/footer; bullets;spell checker; proof-read; tables; printingetc. Spreadsheets:edit/format/deletedata; rows/columns;currency/percentage/decimal formats;

formulae; charts,printing etc.

• Graphics: basics;electronic freehanddrawing; insert/editshapes; colour, size

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Intermediate Computers

Learner ProfileThis course is suitable forthose who have alreadycompleted the computersfor beginners’ course.

Programme DescriptionYou know the basics butyou want to keepimproving your IT skills.Sending an email with an

attachment e.g. photo orCV, using more advancedWord Processing skills(e.g. mail merge), Filemanagement (folder andputting order to your filingsystem), work on your dataentry skills, use theinternet (Skype, booking aholiday, intro to Facebookand Twitter). If this sounds

like a course for you thenenjoy learning new skillsin an enjoyable and funclass.

Wednesday 7.15 to 9.15pm //Duration: 10 Weeks • Start Date: September 30th 2015Venue: Davis College, Summerhill




Tablet (iPad) for Beginners

Learner ProfileThis 10 week course is tohelp you to use moderntechnology to its maximumpotential and also toprovide you with theknowledge to use it for itsintended purpose in youreveryday life.

Programme DescriptionWant to get the most out ofyour tablet (iPad), want tocontact family and friends(abroad). Maximise youruse of the tablet bylearning how to:

• Skype • Send/reply to an email• Book holidays/flights

on line• Access and download

Applications (apps)• Access WiFi and

basics features forusers of iPads

Please note each studentmust supply their owniPad/Tablet

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Web Design

Programme DescriptionInterested in taking yourbusiness to the next level?You don’t fancy payinghigh design costs? Thenthis is the course to helpyou to get to the next stepto generating new clients.This course is designed toenable the learner torequire the skills necessaryto establish, develop andmaintain an interactivewebsite. The learner willunderstand the principlesand use of interactivity on

the World Wide Web andthe Internet. The coursewill facilitate peopleinterested in designing

their own websites. Basiccomputer skills areessential.

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Get to Know Your Laptop

Programme DescriptionInterested in getting to know your laptop?Then this is the course to help you to getto the next step in using your laptop to itsfull potential.

This course is designed to enable thelearner to require the skills necessary touse your laptop efficiently.

The learner will understand the principlesand use of interactivity on the World WideWeb and the Internet. As well as exploringa number of different areas.

Please Note Students Provides TheirOwn Laptop with Windows OperatingSystem

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Advanced Microsoft Word/Excel

Top up your Microsoft office skills. TheseMicrosoft office courses go beyond thebasics of document processing. Thesecourses will enhance your documents withadvanced components.

Excel: Review of basic formulas, DataValidation and Conditional Formattingfeatures, use Group, Sort, and advancedfilters (i.e color, font), VLOOKUP,MATCH, INDEX and INDIRECT,SUMIF, SUMIFS, COUNTIF andCOUNTIFS, Text to Columns, LEFT,RIGHT, MID, SEARCH, SUBSITUTE,LEN, REPLACE, TRIM and CLEAN.Introduction to pivot tables and macros.

Word: Advanced Formatting (shadows,borders, styles), Working with Tables(creation, data entering, formatting),Working with Images (inserting Images

from different sources, Placing and SizingImages, wrapping Text around an Image,Borders and Effects, Smart graphics),Page layout ( Orientation and Paper Size,Page and Section Breaks), Documentlayout (Index, table index andbibliography), Introduction to mail merge.



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Intermediate Microsoft Word/Excel

This course is designed with theintermediate in mind. The course willinclude step by step examples and willshow you how to use Excel/word to createa basic documents.

It introduces software Screen Elementsand identifies its main elements withexamples and exercises.

Excel: data entering, row/columnmanipulation, cell referencing, day to daybasic formulas, how to print, graphic and

charts introduction.

Word: Creating & Saving a MicrosoftWord Document, Ribbon overview, WordTemplates, Configuring Documents toPrint, Document Properties, AddingCommon Commands to Ribbon,Formatting Microsoft Word documents, Editing documents (Find and Replace,Copy and Paste, insert image and charts),adding Page Numbers, headings andfooters, Checking Spelling and Grammar.



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General English as a Foreign Language(Level A2 - B1)

Learner ProfileThis course is for studentswho are new to English, orfor those who would like toreview their basicgrammar.

Programme DescriptionDevelop and improve yourspoken language with afocus on language foreveryday situations, bothwritten and spoken. This

course will help you tocommunicate effectivelyand confidently in English.



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English as a Foreign Language(Level B2)

Learner ProfileThis course is suitable for students whowish to improve their skills in Englishgrammar, vocabulary and pronunciationthrough practical exercises in speaking,listening, reading and writing.

Programme DescriptionBuild upon your existing English skills inthis class which further developsknowledge and use of English foreveryday situations. The class focuses onspeaking, listening, reading and writing,with an emphasis on vocabulary, grammarand pronunciation.

Suitable for those preparing for IELTS or Cambridge exams.

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Conversational Irish/Comhrá Ghaeilge

Learner ProfileThis programme issuitable for individualswishing to developconversational skills tospeak Gaeilge.

Programme DescriptionThe aim of this course isto introduce students tothe spoken and writtenlanguage. Special

attention is given tospoken Gaeilge. Oncompletion of the course,students should be able to

communicate effectivelyin everyday situationswhich may acquire theuse of Gaeilge.

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Conversational French/Conversation Française

Learner ProfileThis programme issuitable for individualswishing to developconversational skills tospeak French.

Programme DescriptionThe aim of this course isto introduce students tothe spoken and writtenlanguage. Specialattention is given tospoken French. On

completion of the course,students should be able tocommunicate effectivelyin everyday situationswhich may occur while onholiday or on business inFrance.



Conversational Spanish/Conversación en español

Learner ProfileThis programme issuitable for individualswishing to developconversational skills in

basic Spanish.

Programme DescriptionLearn to speak basicconversational Spanish

with confidence, indifferent situations; e.g.meeting people,travelling, eating out,shopping and much more.

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Conversational Italian / Italiano conversazione

Learner ProfileThis programme issuitable for individualswishing to developconversational skills inbasic Italian.

Programme DescriptionThe beginner’s course isan interactive andengaging introduction tothis beautiful language.Students are given a goodgrounding in the language

through basic Italiangrammar, but moreimportantly they learnItalian through acommunicative approach.Students begin using the

language right from thestart using real lifesituations like greetings,ordering food or bookinga room.

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Sign Language

Programme DescriptionThis programme issuitable for individualswho wish to developskills in Irish SignLanguage for effectivecommunication with deafand hard of hearingrelatives, employees andcustomers in a variety ofsituations. Vocabulary,Grammar, Expressions:family; numbers; hospital;holidays; colours; clothes;food; drink etc.

Group Work:• Conversation; stories;

fun stories.• Causes of Deafness

• The Deaf Culture• The Deaf Community

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Institute of Incorporated 01-2069000 www.iipa.iePublic Accountants

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Accounting Technicians 01-6377363 www.accountingtechnicansireland.ieof Ireland

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ARTBrían CrottyBrían is a professional and practicing Artist and Teacher. He is also amember of the board of Directors of Backwater Artists Group, WandesfortQuay, Cork. He is an experienced Art teacher.

CREATIVE WRITINGPaul DunnePaul is the holder of several prizes for his short stories and poetry,including winning an All-Ireland Short Story Competition. He holdsdiplomas in Creative Writing and English Literature. Paul has many yearsexperience as a Creative Writing Tutor.

TAI CHIAnn Mc IlraithAnn has been investigating different forms of healing for as long as shecan remember. She studied science in UCC and taught physics andbiology for 13 years before devoting herself fully to Tai Chi and otherrelated modalities. She began my formal training in Tai Chi in 1989 anhave been teaching this martial art for almost 20 years. In 2007, she wasformally recognised as a T'ai Chi Master by Grand Master John Kells.She also specialise in Open Focus and Neurofeedback techniques whichshe studied under Dr Lester Fehmi at the Princeton Biofeedback Centreand Lester Levenson's Release techniques which she has studied with bothHale Dwoskin and Larry Crane.

BRIDGEMoira CoughlanMoira is a qualified CBAI (Contract Bridge Association of Ireland) bridgeteacher since 2012. She has given both beginners and improvers lessonswhich have proved successful with some participants having alreadyachieved National titles earlier this year in 2015. Moiras’ aim is that eachperson who aspires to play bridge has an understanding of the game toallow them to play either on a social or competitive level and achieve theacquired results.

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PUBLIC RELATIONSFrances McDonald A graduate of Limerick School of Art & Design and the Irish Academyof Public Relations, Frances McDonald began her career as a GraphicDesigner and Print Buyer with Southern Advertising, Cork. Shesubsequently worked for a number of development organisations in theareas of project and event management, marketing, sponsorship and publicrelations. In addition Frances is a former subject Examiner in Print &Design for the Public Relations Institute of Ireland.

Since 2011, she has been an independent consultant and her work hasconsisted of project and event management, lecturing, mentoring andwriting. She recently completed a Diploma in Management and ExecutiveCoaching with International Coaching & Training Institute, Ireland andan MA in Design History and Material Culture at the National College ofArt and Design, Dublin.

PAYROLL/RECEPTION SKILLSNoreen CourtneyNoreen has 12 years work experience in the private and public sector.Noreen has been tutoring with Mallow College of Further Education sinceSeptember 2014. Noreen is a member of Accounting Technicians Irelandand IPASS (Irish Payroll Association).

ACCOUNTINGPaul MurphyA highly motivated and experienced Accountant Paul also completed hisBusiness Degree honours achieved and Paul’s employment historyinvolves over 20 years Financial, Management, Operational andPerformance Management experience. Paul actively lectures inManagement Accounting, Financial and Auditing, he assists the Institutesin syllabus review and he is also a current member of the Final YearAccounting Examination Marking team in Dublin. In line with hisemployment experience Paul values highly team work, communicationsand innovative learning to ensure all students achieve their maximumcapable grades. Paul already looks forward to working hard with allstudents. Paul is a member of CPA and MIATI.

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Catherine Mc CarthyCatherine is an experienced accountant with over 20 years of experiencein practice, and is a member of IIPA/CPA/FIATI. She is specialising inTaxation, Accounting Systems and Financial Accounting. She is coursecoordinator of both our Accounting Technician and IIPA Course.

Tim CrowleyTim is an experienced teacher who for many years now has lectured atthird level. Tim specialises in marketing, management and law andpossess a Masters in Social Marketing and is currently pursuing a PhD.

DIGITAL MARKETING/ COMPUTING Silvia Planella Silvia is lecturing in Mallow College of Further Education sinceSeptember 2014. Silvia works full time in Arema Connect as MarketingDirector. She is responsible for the marketing department and her roleincludes the management of corporate website, social media presence,search engine optimization (SEO) and Google Adwords campaigns. Silviaalso manages new sales prospects and new business Tenders, and allinternal company communications. She leads Arema Connect MarketResearch Department.Prior to joining Arema Connect, Silvia was a marketresearcher for Sony Computer and carried out promotional work for HP,Sony Computer and Activision. She also gained experience working inPublic Relations for Piriherbsan, OMC and Imago.

CHILDCAREMarie O DonovanMarie is an experienced teacher who has taught in Mallow College ofFurther Education since 2008. A graduate of University College Cork witha degree in Early Childhood Studies. Marie has experience working inpreschools, primary schools and at secondary level. She is currentlypursuing a master’s in education.

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