Programmes Offered Excellence in the right location One year full-time programme Study from a range of Business and Computing subjects. Use points, from the Higher Links Scheme, to gain access to Third Level Courses. Bookkeeping – Manual & Computerised Business Administration Skills Marketing Practice Payroll – Manual & Computerised Communications Spreadsheet Methods Database Methods Word Processing Desktop Publishing Work Experience Further information is available from our PLC Co-ordinator, Ms. Mairéad Redmond Contact Details Bridgetown Vocational College Bridgetown, Co Wexford Phone: (053) 913 52 57 Fax: (053) 913 51 55 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.bridgetownvocationalcollege.ie 8 Post Leaving Cert Business Studies Course Prospectus Post Leaving Certificate Course Bridgetown Vocational college Bridgetown Vocational College aims to provide a holistic educational experience meeting the diverse needs of the community in a positive learning environment. We encourage all students to realise their full potential and develop a sense of self worth by promoting mutual respect, co-operation and tolerance. Bridgetown Vocational College Coiste Oideachais Ghairme Beatha Cho Loch gCarman Spreadsheet Methods (5N1977) This module has been designed to provide extensive practical experience in the use of spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel (2007) Inside this prospectus: New IT Room 2 Range of subjects 3 New timetable to suit 4 mature students Higher links scheme 4 Detailed description of 5, 6 modules & 7 Our PLC Business Studies Course has always enjoyed tremendous success but students now have even more reasons to appreciate the facilities and programme on offer as they are provided in the major new extension to the College. This course is a one-year, full time course designed to prepare students for work in the modern office and/or pursue further education in this area. Emphasis is placed on the use of the most modern technology and software. We have an excellent new Information Technology Room for the exclusive use of our PLC students. It is equipped with the most up-to-date high speed computers, featuring flat screens and employing the most modern, top of the range software, thus enabling our graduates to feel thoroughly confident and competent when they leave us for the workplace. 2 Word Processing (5N1358) This module is designed to enable learners to develop their word processing skills, their understanding and application of word processing software and their file management techniques. Work Experience (5N1356) This module involves learners preparing and planning for work, working under direction in a specific vocational area and reviewing and evaluating that work. The experience of work enables learners to develop work skills, evaluate employment opportunities and cope with changing work environments. Over the years, we have taken great pride in an almost 100% placement rate for our graduates, in employment, following the course. So although the business world is recovering from the recession, and jobs are scarcer than ever before, our reputation is very valuable to potential employers who often consult us upon the creation of a job opportunity. 7 Database Methods (5N0783) This module has been designed to provide practical experience in the use of database software in typical business and other applications. Software: Microsoft Access (2007) Desktop Publishing (5N0785) Provides knowledge, skills and competence to produce a range of documents containing text and graphic images from design briefing to printing, using a Desktop Publishing (DTP) system. Software: Microsoft Publisher (2007) In reponse to the current changes, throughout the country, at FETAC level, we have revised our course and currently offer the following range of subjects: Business Administration Skills Bookkeeping – Manual & Computerised Communications Database Methods we’d be studying Desktop Publishing so many different Marketing Practice (5N1400) Marketing Practice subjects, it’s really Equips the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to operate effectively in a range of marketing related contexts using the principles and concepts underpinning marketing practice. Payroll – Manual & Computerised Spreadsheet Methods Word Processing Work Experience Payroll – Manual/Computerised (5N1546) This module provides learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain payroll records manually and on computer in a small to medium sized business. Software: Quickpay by Sage 6 “I never realised interesting!” Former PLC Student Candidates must secure eight full modules, from the above list, to receive the FETAC National Certificate in Business Studies. The course is provided on a modular basis, with special emphasis on the core subjects. 3 The first four weeks of the course are almost entirely devoted to keyboarding, thus ensuring fluency in all computer modules. We like to encourage participation from mature students and offer a flexible timetable to coincide with Primary School hours. If students cannot attend a full-time course, but are dedicated and prepared to work at home it is possible to complete the required number of modules over the year, with attendance hours agreed, in consultation, between the students and their teachers the beginning of the year. We operate the “Higher Links Scheme” in this College whereby students can gain points in order to access Third Level Courses. In recent years an increasing number of our graduates are pursuing further education at university level. The full FETAC Level 5 award facilitates entry on a competitive basis, to a range of third level institutions nationwide. Further details are available from relevant institutions. Successful completion of this course will facilitate entry to Level 6 and Level 7 courses in related areas. The College has a dedicated, experienced and highly qualified team of teachers, some of whom also act as external examiners at a national level for FETAC – the national certifying body for PLC courses in Ireland. 4 Further details of each of these modules can be found @ www.fetac.ie Business Administration Skills (5N1610) Delivers the knowledge, skill and competence in the administration requirements of a range of organisations to enable the learner to operate effectively under supervision in a variety of administration contexts Bookkeeping – Manual & Computerised (5N1354) Manual - preparation of all accounts up to Trial Balance and bi-monthly VAT returns Computerised - as above, using Tasbooks Software Version 7 Communications (5N0690) Encourages personal development through a range of projects, assignments, video interviews and oral presentations, together with public speaking, the aim being to develop self-confidence and responsibility. 5
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