Tourism with Business Level 6
Course Duration: One Year
QQI Award Major Level 6
Course Description
This QQI Level 6 programme is designed to enable learners to carry out a range of business and administrative functions in tourism related enterprises and
provide a solid foundation for success in a business career with a special focus on tourism. The course provides a strong grounding in fundamental business
concepts, ideas, practices and methodologies. The Programme will focus on tourist related business opportunities in Iveragh.
Why Tourism with Business? - 1.5million tourists pass through Cahersiveen annually, we are on the Ring of Kerry, Kerry Way, Wild Atlantic Way and the
Dark Sky Reserve. Capitalise on our tourism and business opportunities.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have Leaving Certificate, LCVP, LCA or a level 4 Certificate. Mature applicants are very welcome.
Access to this programme will be decided by interview.
Work Experience
Work experience forms an integral part of this O’Connell Centre programme. Students participate in quality
placements allowing a valuable opportunity to gain hands on experience in the tourism industry and apply the
skills acquired on the course in a work setting.
Course Content
Year 1 - Level 6
Irish Cultural and Natural Heritage
Customer Service
Marketing Management
Tourism Policy and Practice
Because of the broad spectrum of subjects, career opportunities are numerous. The knowledge and skill gained
by students make them an attractive proposition for any employer or for self-employment in the Tourist Industry.
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On completion of this course students are eligible to apply to courses at Higher Education Level on the basis of
achieving a Major Award - Level 6. Students are advised to check with the individual college regarding entry
requirements. Students enrolled on this course will also have Guidance available to them.
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SPORTS, RECREATION & EXERCISE - QQI AWARD Level 5
TOURISM WITH BUSINESS - QQI AWARD Level 5 and 6
Work Experience
Career Opportunities
Progression to Further Education and Higher Education
O’CONNELL CENTRE OF FURTHER EDUCATION
Computerised Accounts
Event Management
Guest Speakers - Mr John Brennan,
The Park Hotel, Kenmare and others.
Grants : Student Grant information and application on line at www.susi.ie
Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI)
Course Fees
Registration fee of €100 applies
Capitation fee/Government Levy €200 -Concessions apply
QQI Examination Fee: €50
Certification
Students who complete the course successfully qualify for:
A QQI (Major) Level 6 award in Tourism with Business
Applications: Online application www.oconnellcentre.ie Enquiries Tel: 066 9472414
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All FETAC/QQI modules/courses maybe subject to change/cancellation
Garda vetting required for participation in all courses
To apply for these courses:
T: 066 9472414 | www.oconnellcentre.ie | [email protected]
Tourism with Business Level 5
Course Duration: One Year
QQI Award Major Level 5
Course Description
This QQI Level 5 programme is designed to enable learners to carry out a range of business and administrative functions in tourism related enterprises and
provide a solid foundation for success in a business career with a special focus on tourism. Why Tourism with Business? - 1.5million tourists pass through
Cahersiveen annually, we are on the Ring of Kerry, Kerry Way, Wild Atlantic Way and the Dark Sky Reserve. Capitalise on our tourism and business
opportunities.
Course Content
Entry Requirements
Year 1 - Level 5
Bookkeeping (Manual and Computerised)
Applicants should have Leaving Certificate, LCVP, LCA or a level 4 Certificate. Mature applicants are very welcome.
Access to this programme will be decided by interview.
Customer Service
Work Experience
Eco Tourism
Work experience forms an integral part of this O’Connell Centre Programme. Students participate in quality
placements allowing a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the tourism industry and apply the
skills acquired on the course in a work setting.
Event Production
Career Opportunities
Tourism Information and
Administration
Because of the broad spectrum of subjects, career opportunities are numerous. The knowledge and skill gained
by students make them an attractive proposition for any employer or for self-employment in the Tourist Industry.
Tourism Principles and Practice
Progression to Further Education and Higher Education
Work Experience
On successful completion of this Level 5 course learners can progress to Tourism with Business Level 6. Students
who achieve this Level 5 Major award are also eligible to apply to courses at Higher Education Level. Students
are advised to check with the individual college regarding entry requirements. Students enrolled on this course
will also have Guidance available to them.
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Guest Speakers - Mr John Brennan,
The Park Hotel, Kenmare and others.
Grants : Student Grant information and application on line at
www.susi.ie Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI)
Course Fees
Registration fee of €100 applies
Capitation fee/Government Levy €200 -Concessions apply
QQI Examination Fee: €50
Certification
Students who complete the course successfully qualify for:
A QQI Major Award Level 5 in Tourism with Business
Applications: Online application www.oconnellcentre.ie
Enquiries Tel: 066 9472414
Apply for this course now
Sports, Recreation & Exercise Level 5
Course Duration: One Year
QQI Award Major Level 5
Course Description
This one year full time course will equip students with the knowledge and skills required to work in the sports and leisure industry. Also the points
from this course can be used to gain entry into some third level institutions. Why Sports and Recreation? - step one on a sport and leisure career,
gain a life skill, a valuable gap year opportunity.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have Leaving Certificate, LCVP, LCA or a level 4 Certificate. Mature applicants are very welcome.
Access to this programme will be decided by interview. Students registered on this course will be vetted by the
Garda Central Vetting Unit.
Work Experience
Work experience forms an integral part of this O’Connell Centre Programme. Students participate in quality
placements allowing a valuable opportunity to gain hands on experience in Sport and Recreation industry and
apply the skills acquired on the course in a work setting.
Career Opportunities
Careers are available in the sport and recreation industry and also in coaching and outdoor adventure centres.
Progression to Further Education and Higher Education
Students who achieve this Level 5 Major award are eligible to apply to courses at Higher Education Level. Students
are advised to check with the individual college regarding entry requirements. Students enrolled on this course
will also have Guidance available to them.
Grants : Student Grant information and application on line at
www.susi.ie Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI)
Course Fees
Registration fee of €100 applies
Capitation fee/Government Levy €200 - Concessions apply
QQI Examination Fee: €50
First Aid Fee: €40
Certification Students who complete the course successfully qualify
for: QQI Level 5 Award in Sport, Recreation and Exercise
Course Content
Year 1
Adventure Activities
Customer Service
Exercise & Fitness
Gaelic Football with Jack O’Connor
Nutrition
Sports & Recreation
Work Experience
Occupational First Aid
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Speakers - Jer Keane, Kerry Physical
Therapist (Injury prevention & flexibility)
John C O’Shea (Video analysis)
Declan Coyle, author of The Green
Platform (Sports psychology)
Dave Gaughran & Ann O’Connor - IT
Tralee
And Others
Applications: Online application www.oconnellcentre.ie
Enquiries Tel: 066 9472414
Apply for this course now
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