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| Ms FRANCES STEPHENSON |
Mission statement
Adult Learning aims to provide quality adult-centred learning for people in Co Longford who want to improve their basic skills to enable them to access further personal, social, economic and educational opportunities.
The following section outlines courses offered by
Adult Learning.
Introduction
Many adults feel they missed out on education by leaving school early and would love to learn new skills. This helps to cope with all the technology that surrounds us. To be able to read and write well and use technology is vital to survive in today’s fast changing world. Learning new skills, becoming more confident, building up old skills and gaining certification is the key to future personal, social and economic success.
Adult Learning provides an informal and flexible starting point for adults who have been away from education for a long time or who did not enjoy school the first time round. Many adult students need to regain confidence and build on existing skills with the help and understanding of supportive tutors in a safe, friendly environment. Learning should be enjoyable and fun as well as gaining new skills for use in everyday life and work. We offer classes in the areas of in reading, writing, mathematics and basic computers. We also offer a variety of courses leading to FETAC levels 3 and 4 certification. These help adults upskill and progress to further education and training.
Who should use the service?
You should come to Adult Learning if you:
- left school early
- have been away from education for a long time
- want to improve reading, writing, spelling and mathematics skills
- want to return to education
- want to learn basic computer skills
- want to brush up skills before attending higher level courses
- weed help applying for work
- have difficulties with work related tasks
- need to build confidence
- are worried about returning to education
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| One-to-One classes |
Who is this for? |
Adults who want to improve their reading writing and spelling and who would prefer to return to education by working with a tutor who will work with them discreetly and confidentially. |
How do I get started? |
A student meets with the Organiser to discuss skills and needs and tuition options. The Organiser matches learner with a volunteer tutor. |
What does the class consist of? |
Material that is relevant and suitable for the student. |
How long does a class last? |
Each learner works with a tutor for 1-2 hours per week on material that is particularly relevant to the learner’s needs. |
When do classes start? |
One-to-one classes may start at any time during the year. |
What time do they start? |
One-to one classes may take place in the morning, afternoon or evening depending on when student is available. |
How much does it cost? |
Free |
Contact: |
Longford: Frances Stephenson 043 3345609
Ballymahon: Catherine Flynn 090 6438009
Granard: Therese Smyth 043 6686211 |
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| General Group classes |
Who is this for? |
Adults who would benefit from learning in small groups and who want to work on similar subjects, for example, reading, writing, spelling or basic mathematics. Some adults benefit from one-to-one and group tuition
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How do I get started? |
Meet with the Organiser to discuss skills, needs and tuition options. You are placed in a group where the students that have the same level of skills and common interests. |
What does the class consist of? |
Reading and other material that is relevant to student interests. Writing and spelling. Basic computers may be included. |
How long does a class last? |
Classes are usually 2-3 hours per week |
When do classes start? |
New groups can start at different times of the year |
What time do they start? |
Morning (10.00-12.00/1.00, afternoon (2.00-4.00, 4.00-6.00 or evening (6.00-8.00, 8.00-10.00) |
Is there certification? |
Students may work towards FETAC levels 2-4 certification |
How much does it cost? |
Free |
Contact: |
Longford: Frances Stephenson 043 3345609
Ballymahon: Catherine Flynn 090 6438009
Granard: Therese Smyth 043 6686211 |
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| Intensive Training in Adult Basic Education (ITABE) |
Who is this for? |
Adults who want help with basic reading, writing, spelling and mathematics.
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How do I get started? |
Meet Organiser to discuss present level of reading, writing, spelling and mathematics skillsts. |
What does the class consist of? |
Reading, writing, spelling , mathematics and computer skills |
How long does a class last? |
Six hours per week for 14 weeks |
When do classes start? |
Usually September or January |
What time do they start? |
Morning (10.00-12.00/1.00, afternoon (2.00-4.00, 4.00-6.00 or evening (6.00-8.00, 8.00-10.00) |
Is there certification? |
Students may work towards FETAC levels 2-3 certification |
How much does it cost? |
Free |
Contact: |
Frances Stephenson 043 3345609
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| Family Learning |
Who is this for? |
Family Learning is for parents, grandparents and carers who want to increase their own and their child’s level of education. It is for parents, grandparents, carers who have lower than second level education or who are a long time out of education, who want to increase their skills to help their children with homework, who want to learn more about child development, parenting, child nutritional health, phonics, and other topics related to their child’s education, development and wellbeing.
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How do I get started? |
Contact the Family Learning Organiser |
What does the class consist of? |
Parenting, helping your child with Mathematics and English homework, gardening, cookery, computers, phonics with your child, supported E-learning and FETAC accredited modules. |
How long does a class last? |
Classes are usually 2 hours a week over varying lengths of time |
When do classes start? |
September and January and other times of the year |
What time do they start? |
Morning (10.00-12.00/1.00, afternoon (2.00-4.00, 4.00-6.00 or evening (6.00-8.00, 8.00-10.00) |
Is there certification? |
FETAC accredited modules at Level 3 & 4 in Child Development, Caring for Children |
How much does it cost? |
Free |
Contact: |
Grainne Brady 089 4315996
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| Computer Aided Learning |
Who is this for? |
Adults who have less than lower second level education or who finished second-level education a long time ago and who would like to brush up on their skills by using computer technology.
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How do I get started? |
Contact Organiser who will outline course content and organise a class for you |
What does the class consist of? |
Subjects such as English, mathematics, Learning to Learn, computer skills |
How long does a class last? |
Student works at own pace. Courses last approx 60 hours |
When do classes start? |
New groups start at different times throughout the year |
What time do they start? |
Morning (10.00-12.00/1.00, afternoon (2.00-4.00, 4.00-6.00 or evening (6.00-8.00, 8.00-10.00) |
Is there certification? |
FETAC certification levels 1-3 |
How much does it cost? |
Free |
Contact: |
Longford: Frances Stephenson 043 3345609
Ballymahon: Catherine Flynn 090 6438009
Granard: Therese Smyth 043 6686211
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| Skills For Work |
Who is this for? |
Employees or self-employed who have less than upper second level education or who finished second-level education a long time ago. Many employees want to brush up on basic skills and learn new ones, especially computer skills that will help them in their work.
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How do I get started? |
Contact local or regional SFW organisers |
What does the class consist of? |
Work-related material and computer skills |
How long does a class last? |
35 hours. Courses can consist of communications/computer skills and mathematics |
When do classes start? |
Courses are arranged to suit the work timetable of employees/employers |
What time do they start? |
Flexible |
Is there certification? |
FETAC level 2-3 is optional |
How much does it cost? |
Free |
Contact: |
Frances Stephenson 043 3345609
Marian O’Reilly, SFW Regional Co-ordinator 087 1777879
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| English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) |
Who is this for? |
Adults who do not speak English as their first language and who want to learn basic English.
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How do I get started? |
Register with ESOL Mentor who assesses your present level of English language and advises you which course is the best for you |
What does the class consist of? |
Basic English conversation and grammar |
How long does a class last? |
2 hours per week |
When do classes start? |
Usually September and January |
What time do they start? |
Morning, afternoon or evening |
Is there certification? |
FETAC level 3/4 module in English as a Second Language, Preparation for Work 3, Communications 3 |
How much does it cost? |
Free |
Contact: |
Nuala Donlon 043 3345609
Tuesday 4.30-6.30pm
Thursday 4.30-6.30pm
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| Return to Education |
Who is this for? |
Participants on FAS Community Employment schemes. Participants are released from CE scheme for 200 hours tuition.
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How do I get started? |
Contact FAS CE supervisor or Return to Education Co-ordinator |
What does the class consist of? |
English, Mathematics, Basic Computers |
How long does a class last? |
6 hours per week over 35 weeks |
When do classes start? |
Mid-October |
What time do they start? |
Wednesday and Friday 10.00-1.00 |
Is there certification? |
FETAC level 3 in Communications, Mathematics and Computer Literacy |
How much does it cost? |
Free |
Contact: |
Jean McMonagle
Wednesday 10.00-1.00
043 3345609
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| FETAC Level 3 Major Award ( 60 credits) |
| COURSE |
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Certificate in General Learning
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Core Subjects:
- Communications (10 credits)
- Personal Effectiveness (10 credits)
- Personal and Interpersonal Skills (10 credits)
- Application of Number (5 credits)
- Functional Mathematics (5 credits)
- Computer Literacy (10 credits)
- Mathematics (10 credits)
and 20 credits from the following:
- Word Processing (10 credits)
- Desktop Publishing (10 credits)
- Child Development and Play (10 credits)
- Managing Personal Finances (10 credits)
- Challenging Discrimination (10 credits)
- Self Advocacy (10 credits)
- Drawing (5 credits)
- Graphic Design (5 credits)
- Personal Care and Presentation (10 credits)
- Art and Design (10 credits)
- Nutrition and Healthy Options (5 credits)
- Outdoor Vegetable Crop Production (10 credits)
- Container Gardening (10 credits)
- Managing Personal Finances (10 credits)
- Breakfast Cookery (5 credits)
- English as a Second Language (10 credits)
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Certificate in ICT
(Information & Communication Technologies)
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- Computer Literacy (10 credits)
- Application of Number (5 credits)
- Functional Mathematics (5 credits)
- Communications (10 credits)
- Word Processing (10 credits)
- Desktop Publishing (10 credits)
- Internet Skills (10 credits)
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Certificate in Employability Skills
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- Career Preparation(10 credits)
- Application of Number (5 credits)
- Functional Mathematics (5 credits)
- Communications (10 credits)
- Computer Literacy (10 credits)
and 20 credits from the following:
- Recording Sales and Purchases (10 credits)
- Woodwork (10 credits)
- Subjects in General Learning list
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| FETAC Level 4 Major Award |
Four core subjects:
- Communications
- Information Technology
- Mathematics
- Personal and Interpersonal Skills
Other subjects:
- Caring for Children
- Child Development and Play
- Computer Applications
- English as a Second Language
- Woodcraft
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