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Further Education
P R O S P E C T U S
2021/22
Coláiste Sheilscire
Selskar College
Westgate, Wexford
SELSKAR COLLEGE
WESTGATE
WEXFORD
Principal
Ms. Denise Lennon-Hennessy
Further Education Director
Mr. John Connolly
Guidance Counsellors
Ms. Marie Colfer
Mr. Kieran Kinsella
College Administrators
Ms. Eleanor Howlin
Ms. Mary Nolan
CONTACTING THE COLLEGE
tel (053) 9122753
fax (053) 9122315
e-mail selskarcollegeplc@wwetb.ie
web www.selskarcollege.ie
Visitors to the college must register at the office before attending any meeting
CONTENTS
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Welcome .................................... 1
General Information .................................... 2
Teaching and Learning, with care and respect, where every person matters Tuition Fees, Grants & Allowances .................................... 4
Admissions .................................... 6
How To Apply .................................... 8
Please note Progression Opportunities .................................... 9
Third Level Entry Route 1 .................................... 10
• The information in this booklet is intended for learners seeking admission to Selskar Third Level Entry Route 2 .................................... 11
College and shall not be deemed to constitute a contract of terms thereof between QQI Level 5 Courses .................................... 12
Selskar College and a learner or third party. Reception & Administration .................................... 13
• The information contained in this prospectus is correct at the time of printing. Payroll & Accounts Skills .................................... 15
• All courses are subject to approval and funding from the Department of Education and Business Studies .................................... 17
Skills, SOLAS and Waterford and Wexford ETB. Applied Social Studies .................................... 19
• Selskar College reserves the right to amend, restructure or delete any course where Nursing Studies .................................... 21
necessary. Healthcare Support .................................... 23
Early Childhood Care & Education .................................... 25
Hospitality & Tourism .................................... 27
Pre-3rd Level .................................... 29
Art Craft Design .................................... 31
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WELCOME GENERAL INFORMATION
Hello and welcome to Selskar College of Further Education.
Location of Selskar College Benefits of studying at Selskar College:
Whether you’re returning to education, thinking of a change of direction or continuing your studies
directly from school, we are here to help, advise and steer you on the road to success. Selskar College is located at Westgate in Wexford • Nationally and internationally
Now is a time for certainty and we can provide that certainty for you here in Selskar College.
Town Centre. recognised qualifications
We have many years of experience in the Post Leaving Certificate arena with a very experienced
team of teachers and tutors, quality and assurance guaranteed, excellent results and successfully • Non CAO application
graduated students who are now leaders within the community in their chosen fields. It is a five minute walk from Wexford Bus and • No tuition fees
Railway station. • Maintenance grants are available
We provide a wide range of courses, nationally recognised qualifications and the opportunity to
launch an exciting journey on the course of your dreams. Work Experience and the opportunity for • Opportunities for progression to
working abroad on our new Erasmus programme will give you the edge in the marketplace. A wide Davitt
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Congratulations on choosing a further education course and for choosing Selskar College. You have • Mature learners
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• International learners
We look forward to getting to know each of you and wish you every success.
• Second-chance learners
• Recently unemployed
• Learners seeking employment
• Learners seeking to progress to Third
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Principal FET Director
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GENERAL INFORMATION TUITION FEES, GRANTS & ALLOWANCES
Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Tuition Fees
On 6th November 2012, Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) was established as a new There are no tuition fees for EU Nationals. The following course fees apply:
integrated agency (replacing FETAC, HETAC, NQAI and incorporating the functions of IUQB). Awards • Students Services Fee of €150 to cover such things as photocopying, equipment, licenses etc.
and qualifications formerly made by FETAC continue to be recognised, because they are on the • QQI Examination Fee of €50
National Framework of Qualifications. • PLC Government Levy of €200. This is an annual levy and learners on PLC courses of more than
All awards at Selskar College are recognised at Level 5 on the NFQ. All learners enrolling on courses one year’s duration must pay this levy for each year of that course.
at Selskar College who successfully complete their course of study will receive QQI Certificates. • Learners should budget for extra costs which may be incurred, for example textbooks
In the case of exemption from fees due to medical card, evidence must be provided on registration.
Guidance and Counselling
This service is available to all learners throughout the year on an individual basis. The Guidance Additonal Fees
Counsellor is available to discuss all aspects of course work and to assist in future career and Some specialist courses are subject to additional fees:
course decisions. All counselling and support is offered on a confidential basis. Career workshops • Childcare & Social Studies (SNA) Mandatory Training (First Aid/Manual Handling) €80 approx.
and talks are also scheduled throughout the year. • Nursing & Healthcare courses Mandatory Training (CPR/First Aid/Manual Handling and
Safeguarding) €120 approx.
Learner Code of Conduct • Art Craft Design materials fee €50.
Learners are expected to conduct themselves in a manner appropriate to Further Education.
Selskar College regulations are broadly based on practices found in the workplace, in terms of Fees are payable upon registration. Payment may be broken down into stages if required. in which
attendance, punctuality, treatment of fellow learners and members of staff, work input, study case one third of fees due at enrolment with the balance payable by the end of Term 1.
habits, attitude and completion of course work. This includes health and safety awareness and
practice. Student Maintenance/Fee Grant Application
All new student grant applications should be made online to SUSI (Student Universal Support
Work Experience Ireland) through their website www.susi.ie
Work experience is an integral part of all Selskar College Courses. Learners are encouraged to
select work placements that match their career needs. Learners often secure offers of employment Grant applications for the 2021/22 academic year will open when the 2021 Grants Scheme
following work placement. is announced by the Department of Education and Skills. Applicants who wish to apply for
Maintenance/Fee Grant should first check their eligibility at www.susi.ie
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TUITION FEES, GRANTS & ALLOWANCES ADMISSIONS
The Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) Admissions to all courses are subject to the regulations and policies of Selskar College
The Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) is run by the Department of Social Protection. Detailed
information on the BTEA Scheme and eligibility is available from your local Social Welfare Office. • Places will be offered on first-come, first-served basis and upon successful completion of the
application process
Key Features of BTEA are: • An offer of a place is conditional on meeting relevant entry requirements
• All applications received will be treated in a fair and equal manner
• BTEA learners are not required to sign-on at a local Social Welfare Office while participating in • In exceptional circumstances Selskar College reserves the right to refuse admission
the scheme. • Repeat learners where readmitted are liable for full fees
• The weekly Social Welfare payment will be paid into the student’s bank or post office account. • The simple four step admission process is outlined on page 8
• Earnings from part-time employment do not affect your BTEA payment – however it might
affect your Rent Allowance. Entry Requirements
• Further details about the BTEA Scheme are available on the Department of Social Welfare
website www.welfare.ie • Leaving Certificate five passes or
• Leaving Certificate Applied or
• Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme or
• Any relevant QQI Level 4 Award or
• Other equivalent qualifications
• Mature Applicants with relevant experience
• An Informal Interview
• Applicants may require garda vetting
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HOW TO APPLY
ADMISSIONS Application Form(s) Information
Complete the PLC • Both forms are available from the college office or may be downloaded from
Application Form www.selskarcollege.ie where you can also apply online.
and Supplementary • Applications are open from 12th - 30th April 2021. Late applications will be
Applicants with Additional Needs Application form considered after that date subject to availability of places.
(if required) in full. • Places are offered on a first come first-served basis subject to meeting entry
Selskar College welcomes applications from learners with additional needs. Selskar College will requirements.
endeavour to provide appropriate supports and services for all learners with disabilities or specific
Interview Information
learning difficulties to access its courses, within the limits of available resources. Funding may
All applicants are • Applicants will be notified of interview date and time by email using the contact
be available from the Department of Education and Skills (DES) and the ESF under the Higher called for informal information supplied on the application form. It is the applicant’s responsibility to
Education Authority Fund for Learners with Disabilities. Learners with a wide variety of disabilities interview in May & notify Selskar College of any changes to personal details submitted.
are supported, including those with a Visual Impairment, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Physical Disability, June. • Failure to complete the interview process may result in your place being offered
Mental Health Conditions, Specific Learning Difficulties such as Dyslexia and Developmental Co- to another applicant.
• Informal interviews in August/September are subject to places being available.
ordination Disorders such as Dyspraxia. The services and supports available to individual learners
• Applicants are notified within 10 working days of the informal interview result.
will depend on the grant allocated by the HEA. • A conditional offer means that a place on the course is being offered subject to
the entry requirements being met.
An information sheet and a supplementary application form for learners with additional needs • An unconditional offer means that you have been successful and a place has been
is available from Selskar College. Documentary evidence verifying the learner’s Disability/ reserved for you on the course.
Specific learning difficulty must be provided with the completed supplementary application form.
Completed forms should be returned to the PLC Director when applying for a course. Registration Information Fees Due
All applicants are • Successful applicants will be notified • Student Services Fee
required to register of the registration date. • PLC Government Levy
for their course in late • Failure to complete registration may • Examination Fee
August. result in your place being offered to
another applicant.
All supporting documentation such as original birth certificate, copy of medical card, grant application or
grant award document, VTOS, BTEA etc. are also due on registration. Payment can be made electronically on
registration.
Course Start Information
All courses commence • Induction and commencement dates are notified to all successful applicants.
in September. • Once all fees have been paid and documentation received, the learner is deemed
fully enrolled.
• No late offers for courses will be made after 24th September 2021.
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PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES ENTRY ROUTE 1
All courses at Selskar College offer certification under Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). QQI Since 2015 Selskar College has special links with Waterford Institute of Technology and the
operates a National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), which consists of ten levels of education Institute of Technology Carlow (to include the IT Carlow Wexford Campus), whereby Selskar
and training in Ireland. This framework is designed to enable access and progression opportunities College students holding a Major QQI Level 5 Award can apply through the CAO for direct entry
and so that different levels of qualifications can be commonly recognised at home and abroad. to a significant number of linked courses at both Institutes of Technology.
Details of the linked courses for each Institute of Technology (WIT/IT Carlow) can be found on their
respective websites.
Under the terms of the agreement students must:
• Apply to CAO by 1st February
• Submit a copy of their CAO application with CAO number and course choices to Selskar College
by 5th February
• Meet the minimum entry requirements
• Attend a mandatory Progression Workshop at WIT or IT Carlow on designated date (late April/
early May) prior to offer
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COURSES
ENTRY ROUTE 2
The Higher Education Links Scheme
This scheme links QQI Level 5 Certificates and Level 6 Advanced Certificates to reserved places on
a variety of Higher Education programmes. QQI applicants submit their Third Level applications to
the CAO.
Universities and Institutes of Technology both offer places on the scheme but in slightly different
ways:
• Universities only offer places from a reserved quota for QQI award holders.
• Institutes of Technology generally accept applications based on QQI award in open competition
with Leaving Certificate candidates; However they may also offer places through reserve
quotas for QQI applicants only, for example to some Nursing Degree programmes.
There are a number of courses with specific module requirements – for information contact the
Admissions Office of the particular Higher Education Institution. There are approximately 38
institutions offering progression links to 3rd level via level 5 and some level 6 awards, for details of
participating institutions please view www.cao.ie
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QQI Level 5 National Certificate 5M2102 RA
Reception & Administration Course Description
This one-year course is designed to develop the skills required in customer care
and customer relations, in conjunction with the IT skills required in a modern office
environment.
COURSE CONTENT: Students learn to become proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel and also Sage
Micropay. Students may also progress to further education at IT colleges and
COMMUNICATIONS universities through the Higher Education Links Scheme.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Career Prospects
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION SKILLS
• Secretary • Insurance
CUSTOMER SERVICE • Payroll Assistant • Medical
• Accounts Assistant • Hospitality
WORD PROCESSING • Receptionist • Customer Relations
• Office Manager • Government Offices
SPREADSHEET METHODS • Personal Assistant • Healthcare Sector
• Sales/Marketing • Legal firms
DATABASE METHODS • Finance • Multinational companies
• Accounting • SME’s (Small, Medium Enterprises)
ACCOUNTING • Auctioneering
(MANUAL & COMPUTERISED)
PAYROLL
(MANUAL & COMPUTERISED)
Course Co-ordinator
Theresa O'Reilly
13 14QQI Level 5 National Certificate 5M2468 PA
Payroll & Accounts
Course Description
This course will provide the learner with a working knowledge of the business
environment, specialising in the basic skills involved in the Payroll and Accounting
function of a business.
COURSE CONTENT: Students use a variety of software packages including Microsoft Word & Excel,
COMMUNICATIONS Sage Micropay & Sage 50. Students may progress to further study at third level or
find employment in roles such as Personal Secretary, Payroll Assistant or Accounts
WORK EXPERIENCE Assistant.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION SKILLS Career Prospects
WORD PROCESSING • Secretary • Insurance
• Payroll Assistant • Medical
SPREADSHEET METHODS • Accounts Assistant • Hospitality
• Receptionist • Customer Relations
DATABASE METHODS • Office Manager • Government Offices
• Personal Assistant • Healthcare Sector
ACCOUNTING • Sales/Marketing • Legal firms
(MANUAL & COMPUTERISED) • Finance • Multinational companies
• Accounting • SME’s (Small, Medium Enterprises)
PAYROLL • Auctioneering
(MANUAL & COMPUTERISED)
Course Co-ordinator
Theresa O'Reilly
15 16QQI Level 5 National Certificate 5M2102 BS
Business Studies
Course Description
This course gives learners an awareness of the business environment, equips them
with necessary office skills and an extensive knowledge of the computer application
packages used in the modern office including Microsoft Word, Excel and Publisher,
COURSE CONTENT: Sage Micropay and Sage 50.
COMMUNICATIONS Students may continue their studies at third level or find employment in areas such
as Payroll Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Personal Assistant (Secretary) or Office
WORK EXPERIENCE Administrator.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION SKILLS Career Prospects
WORD PROCESSING
• Secretary • Insurance
DESKTOP PUBLISHING • Payroll Assistant • Medical
• Accounts Assistant • Hospitality
SPREADSHEET METHODS • Receptionist • Customer Relations
• Office Manager • Government Offices
DATABASE METHODS • Personal Assistant • Healthcare Sector
• Sales/Marketing • Legal firms
ACCOUNTING • Finance • Multinational companies
• Accounting • SME’s (Small, Medium Enterprises)
(MANUAL & COMPUTERISED) • Auctioneering
PAYROLL
(MANUAL & COMPUTERISED)
Course Co-ordinator
Eleanor Cuddihy
17 18QQI Level 5 National Certificate 5M2181 ASS
Applied Social Studies
Course Description
The Applied Social Studies course is designed to introduce students to the area
of sociology and applied social studies and to develop their understanding and
(with SNA option) awareness of social issues in their own lives and society in general.
COURSE CONTENT: Students develop basic research skills and learn to recognise the complexity of
social issues. Students can progress to further study at 3rd level or enter direct
employment in roles such as youth-worker, support-worker or disability carer.
COMMUNICATIONS
Progression & Career Prospects
WORK EXPERIENCE
Students of Applied Social Studies can progress to further study at 3rd level or enter
INTERCULTURAL STUDIES direct employment in roles such as special needs assistant (SNA), youth-worker,
support worker or disability carer.
SAFETY & HEALTH AT WORK • Social Work
RESEARCH & STUDY SKILLS •
•
Professional Social Care Practice
Applied Social Care
• Early Childhood Education and Care
SPECIAL NEEDS ASSISTING • Arts
• Education
CHILD DEVELOPMENT • Psychology
• Counselling
SOCIAL STUDIES
CARE SUPPORT
PSYCHOLOGY Course Co-ordinator
Marie Colfer
19 20QQI Level 5 National Certificate 5M4349 NS
Nursing Studies
Course Description
This course is a one-year introduction to the theory and practice of public and
community health which serves as a foundation for those who wish to pursue a
career in the nursing profession.
COURSE CONTENT: Students undertaking this course can also apply for training positions in General,
Psychiatric, Intellectual Disability and Children’s Nursing.
COMMUNICATIONS Further Study
WORK EXPERIENCE Students can progress to other degree courses in IT colleges or universities through
the Higher Education Links Scheme or enter direct employment.
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY Progression to Level 8:
• General Nursing
SAFETY & HEALTH AT WORK • Psychiatric Nursing
• Intellectual Disability Nursing
NURSING THEORY & PRACTICE • Paediatric Nursing
• Paediatric & General Nursing
HUMAN GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT • Midwifery
•
CARE SUPPORT Career Prospects
CARE SKILLS Care assistant in acute/community care settings such as:
• HSE hospitals
• Public/Private community residential settings
• Public/Private day care settingso
Course Co-ordinator
Lisa O'Connor
21 22QQI Level 5 National Certificate 5M4339 HS
Healthcare Support
Course Description
One-year foundation course for those intending to work as healthcare support staff.
This course is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and competencies needed
to underpin healthcare practice. The course modules integrate theory and practice
with a strong emphasis on learning in the workplace.
COURSE CONTENT: This recognised qualification enables progression to further study in Healthcare or
Nursing at third level or direct employment in roles such as healthcare assistant,
COMMUNICATIONS healthcare support worker, hospital or nursing home care assistant.
WORK EXPERIENCE Progression
SAFETY & HEALTH AT WORK On successful completion of the course, students can progress to study Level 8
Applied Healthcare at third level.
HUMAN GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
Career Prospects
CARE OF THE OLDER PERSON
• Healthcare Assistant in acute/communiity care settings
SOCIAL STUDIES • Healthcare Support Worker
• Hospital/Nursing Home Care Assistantniversities
CARE SUPPORT • a nursing home or other assisted residential setting.
CARE SKILLS
Course Co-ordinator
Lisa O'Connor
23 24QQI Level 5 National Certificate 5M2009 CC
Early Childhood Care
Course Description
This course is designed to train students wishing to work safely and effectively with
young children aged 0 - 6 years. It is suitable for both school leavers and mature
& Education students seeking a formal qualification to work as a childcare assistant in a crèche,
playschool or nursery setting.
All childcare practitioners must have at minimum this Level 5 qualification in early
COURSE CONTENT: childhood care and education. Alternatively students can progress to further study
at third level.
COMMUNICATIONS
Work Experience
WORK EXPERIENCE
Students complete work placement in one of the following settings:
CHILD DEVELOPMENT • Creche
• Playschool
CHILD HEALTH & WELL-BEING • Pre-school
• Montessori
HUMAN GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT • Primary school (up to senior infants)
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION & PLAY Additional Learning
EARLY CARE & • First Aid Training
• ‘Baby Morning’
EDUCATION PRACTICE • Well-Being Activities
• Zumba
SOCIAL STUDIES • Art
• Meditation Course Co-ordinator
Lisa Jackman
25 26QQI Level 5 National Certificate 5M2083 HT
Hospitality & Tourism
Course Description
This one year foundation course introduces students to the hospitality and tourism
industry. It is a preparatory year for those wishing to gain employment in the
Tourism & Hospitality sector or who wish to progress to further studies at 3rd Level.
Students are equipped with the skills required to meet the demands of careers
in restaurants and other food services, accommodation, tourist and amenity
COURSE CONTENT: attractions, recreation events and travel-related services.
COMMUNICATIONS Career Prospects
• Hotels • Catering
WORK EXPERIENCE • B&B’s • Promotion
• Guest Houses • Marketing
FOOD PREPARATION • Cruise Ships • Heritage Sites
• Holiday Resorts • Tourist Offices
SAFETY & HEALTH AT WORK •
•
Wellness Centres
Spa Resorts
•
•
Bord Failte
Museums
• Accommodation • Galleries
ACCOMMODATION TECHNIQUES • Food & Beverage • Interpretative Centres
• Reception • Tour Guide
CUSTOMER SERVICE • Customer Service
DATABASE METHODS
Course Co-ordinator
Martina McDonald
27 28QQI Level 5 National Certificate 5M3114 GS
Pre-3rd Level
Course Description
This course provides a foundation for those wishing to study at Third Level. It also
introduces students to methods of study, writing skills and research techniques that
are necessary for successful participation in 3rd Level courses and cultivate the skills
COURSE CONTENT: and knowledge necessary to become a life-long learner.
Students are provided the opportunity to explore a variety of specialist modules.
COMMUNICATIONS This course also supports students to develop strong academic writing and ICT
skills. Students taking this course may have already accepted and deferred a CAO
WORK EXPERIENCE offer at a third level institution and may eish to utilise this course to prepare for the
challenges of 3rd level.
RESEARCH & STUDY SKILLS
PLUS ANY FOUR OF THE FOLLOWING Progression
(SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY): This course provides progression opportunities/pathways to a number of Higher
Education courses, including those in the CAO across a wide range of specialist
DATABASE METHODS subject areas such as:
HUMAN GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT • Arts
INTERCULTURAL STUDIES • Education
• Social Sciences
WORD PROCESSING • Business / Economics / Finance
• Psychology
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY • Law
SOCIAL STUDIES
PSYCHOLOGY Course Co-ordinator
Martina McDonald
29 30QQI Level 5 National Certificate 5M1984 ACD
Art Craft Design
Course Description
A one-year full-time practical course providing students with an introduction to the
various forms of art and design. It provides an excellent opportunity for students
(Portfolio Preparation) to prepare a high-quality portfolio of work for entry into third level art and design
courses.
COURSE CONTENT: The course consists largely of studio-based assignments and project work. This is
complimented by visits to local and national exhibitions, galleries and art colleges.
Past students of this course have progressed to further study at a number of art
COMMUNICATIONS colleges.
WORK EXPERIENCE We have established special application links with Carlow IT (Wexford Campus) for
direct entry to their Degree courses in Fine Art.
ART HISTORY & APPRECIATION Career Prospects
COMBINED MATERIALS • Artist/Illustrator • Fashion/Costume Design
DESIGN SKILLS •
•
Photographer
Auction House Specialist
•
•
Typographer
Model-Maker
• Ceramicist • Teacher/Lecturer
PRINTMAKING • Sculptor • Art Museum/Gallery
• Painter • Exhibition Curator
SCULPTURE • Design • Art Therapist
• Graphic Design • Arts Administrator
PAINTING •
•
Web Design
Set Design
• Art Critic
• Art Conservation
DRAWING Course Co-ordinator
Siobhán Toomey
31 32Selskar College
Westgate, Wexford
Application forms are available from
the college office or our website at
www.selskarcollege.ie
All courses commence in September
For further information contact
Director of Further Education
Selskar College
Westgate, Wexford
(053) 9122753
(053) 9141210
selskarcollegeplc@wwetb.ie
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