Pathways Programme Level 4
The Pathways Programme is designed for young people who have not completed the Leaving Certificate. The course is delivered part-time over three mornings and allows the learner to gain the skills competencies and confidence to progress further in FET or into Apprenticeships.
Target Award
QQI General Learning – 4M2010
Start Date: 26-08-2025 Hours/week: 14 Hrs 00 Mins Duration: 33 weeks
Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 3 when accessing a Level 4 programme. Applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education although no formal qualifications are required.
Age Requirements
Please see course details for minimum age requirements
Please refer to Programme Descriptor for Programme Aims and Objectives
Learning Aptitude
Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work under direction with some ability to work on their own initiative.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Spreadsheet Methods | Spreadsheets Methods (4N1120) | QQI |
| Word Processing | Word Processing (4N1123) | QQI |
| Communications (Community) | Communications (4N0689) | QQI |
| Work Experience (Community) | Work Experience (4N1168) | QQI |
| Mathematics (Community) | Mathematics (4N1987) | QQI |
| Teamworking (4N1169) | Teamworking (4N1169) | QQI |
To complete components to gain skills and competence in essential skills. The course includes the following:
Communications
Mathematics
A range of computer skills
Teamworking
Work experience