Course Level: 5
Award Title: FETAC/QQI Level 5 Certificate in Outdoor Sport and Recreation
QQI Code: 5M5148
Duration: 1 Year
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or FETAC/QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements.
Course Description
Ireland is a leading outdoor activity destination with world-class mountain biking trails, nationally recognised loop walks, a wide range of water-based sports and a growing number of outdoor activity businesses. This course is designed to meet the needs of the activity-based leisure industry. It includes a large practical outdoor element which is delivered from a range of locations and provides students with an opportunity to develop essential skills in a practical setting.
Course Content
Adventure Activities
Exercise and Fitness
Nutrition
Occupational First Aid
Outdoor Recreation
Safety and Health at Work
Sport and Recreation Studies
Sports Anatomy and Physiology
Teamworking
Work Experience
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course may seek employment at the many outdoor leisure pursuits enterprises, at outdoor education centres and in youth development settings.
Progression Opportunities
At Cavan Institute: Graduates of this course may progress to a FETAC/QQI level 6 course in Sports Coaching and Development available at Cavan Institute.
Elsewhere: Graduates are eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to year one of a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities (please check with the particular institution regarding local eligibility requirements).
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Online ApplicationsApplications for 2015/16 are now Open.
Browse through our list of courses to find the one that is right for you or if you already know then go to the applications page to enter the online applications system directly. We have a course for you.
Sport at Cavan InstituteSports play a big part in student life at Cavan Institute with the Institute boasting a Men's and Ladies Gaelic Football Team, Handball Club, Mens and Ladies Soccer Teams, Badminton Club and much more.
Students also have the opportunity to start up their own sports clubs or societies so anything from snooker to ultimate frisbee could be up and running at Cavan Institute in 2013-2014.
Science at Cavan Institute Cavan Institute now boasts a range of science courses including a new forensic science course. In Ireland, the Forensic Science Laboratory forms part of the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform.
This is an extremely popular and fast growing industry and your first step to a new career could be here at Cavan Institute. Visit the Forensic Laboratory website for more information on the qualifications you need to work in this area.
Electronics at Cavan Institute In electronic work, engineers provide a wide variety of products used in the modern world. These include personal computers, digital televisions, heating control systems, games consoles and mobile phones.
Recent growth in the electronics, telecommunications and computer industries has strengthened the demand for graduates in this area. Students who successfully complete Electronics Year 1 can continue onto the Level 6 Telecommunication Systems course at Cavan Institute.
Get creativeWhether it is the traditional arts or the modern design technologies that interest you, at Cavan Institute we have a wide range of creative courses on offer including Art, Craft and Design, Interior Design, Fashion Design, Furniture Design, Games Design, Architectural Design and much more besides!
So why not browse through our A - Z courses section and find the courses that is right for you.
Motor Vehicle MaintenanceMotor Vehicle Maintenance FETAC Level 5 students at Cavan Institute who were finalists of the IMI awards sponsored by Erne Motor Works Toyota, Dublin Road Cavan.
Get CertifiedAll our courses are fully accredited by the relevant awarding bodies such as Q.Q.I. (Quality & Qualifications Ireland), ITEC (International Therapy Examination Council), FETAC (Further Education and Training Awards Council) and HETAC (Higher Education & Training Awards Council).
Cavan Institute also has agreed advanced entry links (dependent upon required certification results) for our students to Athlone, Letterkenny, Sligo and Dundalk Institutes of Technology. This allows students to complete the first year or two years of a degree course closer to home.
Multimedia Interested in Radio Production, Web Design, Games Design or Film Production? If so then Cavan Institute is the place for you. We provide courses with a wide range of multimedia related subjects, taught in high spec computer labs by expert tutors.
Our students develop their own 2D and 3D games, movies with special effects, publications with industry standard graphics and live websites with original graphics, animations and more.
Make Up ArtistryThis striking image from the 2012-2013 graduate show displays the amazing skills that are acquired on the Make Up Artistry course at Cavan Institute. Whether it is full blown body art or special effect movie make up you are interested in, its all covered by the expert tutors at Cavan Institute.
With our multimedia students often creating their own mini movies and trailers the make up artistry students have regular opportunities to practice their skills in-house and with a boom in movie productions on this isle currently, the skills of a make up artist are in demand more than ever before.
Veterinary Assistant (Year 2)
Course Level: 6
Award Title: FETAC/QQI Level 6 Certificate in Animal Science
QQI Code: 6M5153
Duration: 1 Year
Entry Requirements
FETAC/QQI Level 5 Award (or Equivalent) such as the level 5 Veterinary Assistant course at Cavan Institute. Mature applicants (aged over 23) who do not meet this entry requirement will still be considered.
Course Description
This is designed as a follow-on course from the FETAC/QQI level 5 Veterinary Assistant course available at Cavan Institute (and elsewhere). This course covers all of the aspects of animal science and aims to advance the student’s academic and professional career prospects in animal care while also studying units in business and management. Students may use this course as a progression to a degree in related animal management and animal science and care areas. Industry placement is an important part of this course with placement being completed over the duration of the course. By the end of this course students will have learned how to maintain a high level of husbandry when rearing animals and have a knowledge of a wide range of animals.
Course Content
Animal Behaviour
Large Animal Husbandry
Animal Science and Health
Animal Trading
Communications
Kennel and Cattery Management
Research Skills
Work Experience
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this programme have found work in veterinary practices and animal shelters.
Progression Opportunities
Graduates of this course are eligible to apply through the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities (please check with the particular institution regarding local eligibility requirements).
Award Title: FETAC/QQI Level 6 Certificate in Animal Science
QQI Code: 6M5153
Duration: 1 Year
Entry Requirements
FETAC/QQI Level 5 Award (or Equivalent) such as the level 5 Veterinary Assistant course at Cavan Institute. Mature applicants (aged over 23) who do not meet this entry requirement will still be considered.
Course Description
This is designed as a follow-on course from the FETAC/QQI level 5 Veterinary Assistant course available at Cavan Institute (and elsewhere). This course covers all of the aspects of animal science and aims to advance the student’s academic and professional career prospects in animal care while also studying units in business and management. Students may use this course as a progression to a degree in related animal management and animal science and care areas. Industry placement is an important part of this course with placement being completed over the duration of the course. By the end of this course students will have learned how to maintain a high level of husbandry when rearing animals and have a knowledge of a wide range of animals.
Course Content
Animal Behaviour
Large Animal Husbandry
Animal Science and Health
Animal Trading
Communications
Kennel and Cattery Management
Research Skills
Work Experience
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this programme have found work in veterinary practices and animal shelters.
Progression Opportunities
Graduates of this course are eligible to apply through the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities (please check with the particular institution regarding local eligibility requirements).
Childcare - Special Needs Assisting
Course Code: CI061
Course Level: 5
Award Title: FETAC/QQI Level 5 Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education
QQI Code: 5M2009
Duration: 1 Year
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or FETAC/QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements.
Course Description
This course will provide students with the knowledge, skills and qualifications necessary to pursue a career in the area of early years care and education. This childcare course will offer additional opportunities for students who wish to specialise in working as a special needs assistant in a variety of early years care and education settings. Students will receive training in the basic practical skills, knowledge and understanding of the role of the special needs assistant in crèches, playschools, primary schools, etc. As part of the course, students undertake placement in a range of childcare settings.
Course Content
Child Development
Child Health and Well Being
Communications
Early Childhood Education and Play
Children with Additional Needs
Early Care and Education Practice
Infant and Toddler Years
Special Needs Assisting
Word Processing
Work Experience
Career Opportunities
This course will give students a firm foundation in the qualities and skills required for employment as a childcare worker in crèches and playschools and as a classroom assistant in a special national school.
Progression Opportunities
At Cavan Institute: Graduates of this course may progress to study for a FETAC/QQI Level 6 Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education.
Elsewhere: Graduates are eligible to apply through the CAO and/or Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to year one of a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities (please check with the particular Institution regarding local eligibility requirements).
Course Level: 5
Award Title: FETAC/QQI Level 5 Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education
QQI Code: 5M2009
Duration: 1 Year
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or FETAC/QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements.
Course Description
This course will provide students with the knowledge, skills and qualifications necessary to pursue a career in the area of early years care and education. This childcare course will offer additional opportunities for students who wish to specialise in working as a special needs assistant in a variety of early years care and education settings. Students will receive training in the basic practical skills, knowledge and understanding of the role of the special needs assistant in crèches, playschools, primary schools, etc. As part of the course, students undertake placement in a range of childcare settings.
Course Content
Child Development
Child Health and Well Being
Communications
Early Childhood Education and Play
Children with Additional Needs
Early Care and Education Practice
Infant and Toddler Years
Special Needs Assisting
Word Processing
Work Experience
Career Opportunities
This course will give students a firm foundation in the qualities and skills required for employment as a childcare worker in crèches and playschools and as a classroom assistant in a special national school.
Progression Opportunities
At Cavan Institute: Graduates of this course may progress to study for a FETAC/QQI Level 6 Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education.
Elsewhere: Graduates are eligible to apply through the CAO and/or Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to year one of a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities (please check with the particular Institution regarding local eligibility requirements).
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