About this course
78 weeks This brand new course is designed for people who are unemployed or have left school and don’t know what to do next. The Career Focus Programme will help participants explore their career and further education options and give the opportunity to gain the QQI Level 3 qualification in Employability Skills.
The experienced staff team at NLN will support and work with individuals to build on their self-confidence and focus on their wellbeing.
• Build your self-confidence and wellbeing
• Learn work related skills
• Explore career and further education options
• Achieve YOUR success with our support
Your week
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Class | Class | Class | Class | Class |
| Afternoon | Class | Class | Class | Class | No class |
| Evening | No class | No class | No class | No class | No class |
Qualification
Employability Skills
Course details
Education requirements
Learners do not need any previous formal qualification.Age requirements
Please see course details for minimum age requirements Please refer to Programme Descriptor for Programme Aims and ObjectivesLearning aptitude
Learners who are ready to take on new tasks, can follow direction and are moving towards independent learning.Previous experience
No previous experience required. Suitable for learners who wish to progress to employment or further education and training through the attainment of a QQI level 3 major award.| Module | Award | Awarding body |
|---|---|---|
| Self Advocacy | Self Advocacy (3N0553) | QQI |
| Digital Media (Minr03 - 3N0552) | Digital Media (3N0552) | QQI |
| Functional Mathematics (Mnr 03 - 3N0930) | Functional Mathematics (3N0930) | QQI |
| Work Experience 3N0587-022 | Work Experience (3N0587) | QQI |
| Personal Effectiveness 3N0565-013 | Personal Effectiveness (3N0565) | QQI |
| Communications (Minr03 - 3N0880) | Communications (3N0880) | QQI |
| Word Processing 3N0588-023 | Word Processing (3N0588) | QQI |
| Application Of Number (Minor 3 - 3N0928) | Application of Number (3N0928) | QQI |
| Internet Skills 3N0931-011 | Internet Skills (3N0931) | QQI |
| Computer Literacy 3N0881-004 | Computer Literacy (3N0881) | QQI |
| Career Preparation 3N0896-002 | Career Preparation (3N0896) | QQI |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to
use a range of skills and tools, under direction and with limited autonomy, related to seeking employment or in employment. It enables the learner develop personal qualities and strengths to make informed choices to pursue a range of employment opportunities or to progress to further education or training.
All learners must be in receipt of a Disability Allowance or have a referral from their GP.