Level 5 PLC Access Course
The PLC Access course is aimed at learners coming directly from a Youthreach or Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA) course. This bridging programme allows learners to experience college life in Monaghan Institute in a supported environment, while completing Level 4 and 5 modules. Learners can sample the course areas they are interested in progressing to in Monaghan Institute. Learners may be entitled to a training allowance and supports including access to a laptop to help them complete the Access course. The Access course is designed to find the most suitable course for you while developing your academic skills.
;Is this course right for you?
Having an opportunity to sample any course in Monaghan Institute provides a clear understanding of what’s involved in future areas of study, whilst building your academic, social and personal skills and becoming familiar with the college campus and college life.
The combination and variety of modules studied on the Access course helps the learner prepare for progression to their programme of choice.
Entry Requirements
Full QQI Level 4 award or Leaving Certificate Applied. Applicants will need to attend an interview.
What will you study?
The PLC Access Course provides learners with a range of skills and the opportunity to experience college life, to gain certification and to build confidence to see them successfully progress on to their desired Level 5 programme.
Learners on the course will study Word Processing, Customer Service and Communications at QQI Level 5 and Teamworking at QQI Level 4. Learners will
also complete life skills classes such as culinary skills in the kitchen and will have
access to a counsellor, who will provide information and support them in their
transition to college.
In term one learners take part in Outdoor Pursuits and the opportunity to experience a variety of land and water activities including archery, climbing,
kayaking and team games.
Learners will also sample courses in Monaghan Institute. They will get the
opportunity to choose courses and subjects that interest them and sample
these modules throughout the academic year. Learners will also get the chance
to study and achieve certification in First Aid and Manual Handling as well as other short courses throughout the year.
Modules
- Communications
- Word Processing
- Customer Service
- Teamworking
- Culinary Skills
- Art Classes
- Level 5 Module Sampling (various)
Apply Now
To apply now for the PLC Access Course:
Complete the Application Form.
For further information please contact:
Emmeline O’Hare
PLC Access Programme Co Ordinator
Email: emmelineohare@cmetb.ie
- Level 5 PLC Access Course
The PLC Access course is aimed at learners coming directly from a Youthreach or Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA) course. This bridging programme allows learners to experience college life in Monaghan Institute in a supported environment, while completing Level 4 and 5 modules. Learners can sample the course areas they are interested in progressing to in Monaghan Institute. Learners may be entitled to a training allowance and supports including access to a laptop to help them complete the Access course. The Access course is designed to find the most suitable course for you while developing your academic skills.
- Level 5 PLC Access Course
- Level 5 PLC Access Course
Career Prospects
After completion of the PLC Access Course students will be able to:
Gain entry to a QQI Level 5 course in Monaghan Institute.
All QQI Level 5 programmes have progression opportunities to degree courses at Institutes of Technology | Universities through the Higher Education Links Scheme.
