What about PLC Courses at Bray Institute of Further Education?
Over recent years many new avenues have opened up to students in pursuit of their dream career.
According to Gabriel Allen, deputy principal at Bray Institute of Further Education (BIFE), “Further Education offers a learner, who may not have achieved the CAO points to gain access into higher education, the opportunity to gain advanced entry onto honours degree programmes, both in Ireland and abroad. It is also a very supportive route for the mature student.
He added, “The comprehensive range of courses available at BIFE provides an excellent opportunity to anyone who wants to advance their qualifications enhance their employment potential or progress their career.
“Over recent years our graduates have achieved honours degrees in graphic design, fashion design, TV & Film (moving image), performing arts theatre, performing arts dance, fine arts, psychology, social science, health and social care, music production and construction.” · Accounting Technician · Fine Art · Acting for Theatre & Film · Dance · TV & Film (Moving Image) · Music Production · Music Performance · Graphic Design · Fashion Design Allen explained, “These courses are at Higher National Diploma level and on completion many of last year’s graduating students, proceeded to the final year of an honours Degree Programme in Ireland or Britain. The two-year Accounting Technician course allows BIFE students to proceed to the 3rd year of the Bachelor of Business in Accounting Course (TA111) in IT Tallaght.
BIFE constantly updates and introduces new programmes in response to demand, needs and workplace opportunities. This year they have introduced a new Professional Cookery Level 6 (Culinary Arts) course for those who wish to pursue a career as a chef and with an upturn in the economy their new morning Architectural Technology course is proving to be very popular. Other new morning courses include Nail Technology & Salon Management, Holistic & Wellbeing Studies and Medical Secretary.
Other popular level 5 & 6 courses include Fitness Professional & Gym Instruction, Security Studies and Business & Tourism Courses. All you need to be eligible for these course is to pass your leaving Certificate.
“There are also many opportunities for mature students including an IT Skills with Digital Marketing course, as well as other IT courses for those who want to break into the world of paid employment.”
“All courses have valuable accreditation and certification and offer progression routes to higher education, yet you don’t need CAO points to study at Bray Institute,” said Allen.
To discover more about what’s on offer at BIFE, prospective students are invited to attend an ‘Open Day’ on Friday 26th August from 10am to 4pm.
Places are still available on these courses but do hurry as they are filling fast. You can call the Institute during office hours on 01-2829668 or log on to www.bife.ie and apply on-line.