Reception & Administration

· Mature students (over 23) - No requirements

· Students (18-23) - Leaving Certificate or equivalent

· All entries will be subject to interview.

Course Description

One-year full-time intensive course designed to equip students with the necessary practical, personal and interpersonal skills to deal with front-line reception duties and general administration in
today’s working  environment.

Certification

FETAC National Vocational Certificate Level 5 (5M2102)

Work Experience

Work Experience is an integral part of this course. Students must obtain two weeks work experience in a local office environment. 

The period of work experience will be specified by the college.

Course Content

· Applied Economics

· Business Administration Skills

· Customer Service

· Work Experience

· Word Processing

· Communications

· Payroll—Manual & Computerised

· Spreadsheets Methods

Career Options

Students obtaining certification in this course may progress to selected courses in third level  colleges under the Higher Education Links Scheme.

Other options include entering direct employment as trainees in the following areas:

· Accounts

· Payroll

· Hotel Reception

· Medical Reception

· Dental Reception

· Government Agencies

· Insurance Companies

The College’s Career Guidance Counsellor is available throughout the year by appointment to discuss and advise.