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Guide to Classes
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• Graduates of the 2014 class clebrating their award
BA in Applied Addiction Studies
and Community Development
Guide to Classes and Programmes
2015
2016
If you have never done a course at An Cosán, or have never been back to education, you are especially welcome. Join over 7,500 students An Cosán has welcomed since opening its doors in 1999. Our courses aim to support you to develop your own capacities and experience a sense of empowerment in your life and community. We hope there is something for everyone, whatever your interests or goals. You can attend classes here in An Cosán or through our blended online learning programmes.There are always new workshops, seminars and courses happening at An Cosán. If you would like us to keep you up to date about what’s happening here or receive further information on any of our courses, please contact Lily Ward on 01 462 84 88 or Email: [email protected]. You can also check our website on
www.ancosan.ie and www.facebook.com/AnCosan
Throughout the year, An Cosán’s Outreach Team support local people in the community of Tallaght West who wish to return to education. We can arrange to meet people who would like to visit here and see our superb facilities and discuss course options. We can also call to centers who would like to receive an information session. We hold a number of Open Days during the year. For further details contact Imelda Hanratty on 01 462 84 88 or Email: [email protected]
The Path to your Future
We know it’s not easy to
return to education but
doing a course in An Cosán
can be life changing.
An Cosán is committed to
equal access to education
and to supporting
continual professional
development. We provide
a range of community
education courses from
Basic Education to Further
and Higher Education QQI
levels 2 - 8. Join us, meet
the team, experience the
warmth and welcome that
are An Cosán and find the
course for you.
The running of all classes and programmes are
subject to minimum registration numbers.
Counselling
An Cosán means “the path’…
the path to success!
When we walk a path sometimes we stumble. When we stumble,
we may need a little help to get back up again.
At An Cosán we have a wonderful group of people who help us to
do this and get on the path again – they are our Counsellors and
Psychotherapists. They are all fully qualified and accredited with
The Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and have a
wealth of experience in all types of Counselling.
For further information contact Liz Whelan
on 01-4628488 Email [email protected]
Student
Support
An Cosán provides a range
of personal and educational
supports across all of our
programmes, these include:
• Mentoring
• One to one meetings
with student support
workers
• Study skills tutorials
• Supervised study
• Career guidance
• IT skill development
• Personal development
• Counselling
• Numeracy and Literacy
• Student Forum
Community Education Classes,
Programmes and Student Supports
First Steps Back to Education
For further information please contact Deirdre Bannon
on 01-4628488 Email: [email protected] or
Lily Ward on 01-4628488 Email: [email protected]
Personal Development
A holistic programme which empowers you to understand and look after your emotional health, increase self-awareness and build confi dence. Participants will identify and set goals to bring about positive changes in life.
ESOL- English for Speakers of
Other Languages
Helps build literacy skills in English and increase your confi dence in speaking the language.
Helps you to improve your verbal and written skills in English
English Classes
One in four of us have diffi culty with Reading, Writing and Spellings. These classes will help you improve these skills. Our classes are small and confi dential. Choose from either of these English classes:
9.30am – 12.30pm or 2.00pm – 4.30pm
Irish Classes
Gaeilge Go Deo
If you want to brush up on your Irish or learn Irish from scratch this is an opportunity to improve your Irish in a warm, supportive and fun environment.
Bí ag caint gaeilge; Bí ag foghlaim gaeilge; Bí ag scríobh gaeilge
Positive Parenting 10 Week Programme
Take your parenting skills to the next level with simple tips to help manage the big and small problems of family life. This 10 week course supports you to enhance and build relationships within families.
Spirals
This Programme will run on a Tuesday in 4 week blocks:
29th September to 20th October 2015 or 19th January to 9th February 2016 or 5th May to 26th May 2016
This programme is for young parents of children aged from birth to three years.
The programme explores books and toys, and discusses feeding and nutrition. Child safety workshops include interactive play sessions each week. All materials are provided.
Women and Wellness
Develop the confi dence, knowledge and skills to take charge of your own well-being.
U3A (University of the 3rd Age)
Are you over 55 years? Join this fortnightly group to pursue your interests in a social setting where learning is life-long!
Introduction to Drama
Take a leap! Discover your creativity and build your confi dence. Explore what drama means through theatre, games, exercise and improvisation.
These classes will run from September - May 2016 from
10am to 12.30pm unless otherwise stated.
MONDAY • FEE: €5 per class
INTRODUCTORY COURSE - MONDAY • FEE: €5 per class
INTERMEDIATE COURSE - WEDNESDAY • FEE: €5 per class
TUESDAY • FEE: €5 per class
TUESDAY - 6-8pm • FEE: €5 per class
TUESDAY • FEE: €5 per class
WEDNESDAY • FEE: €5 per class
TUESDAY - 2-4pm • FEE: €5 per class
FRIDAY • FEE: €5 per class
TUESDAY • FEE: €5 per class
Cathy Coughlan, Dance Artist in Residence - RUA RED
Cathy Coughlan will provide dance workshops for participants at An Cosán between September - December 2015.
A taster workshop in early September will give participants the opportunity to try out the classes. There is no obligation to perform or share the work that is developed.
DANCE WORKSHOPS
Venue An Cosán
For further information contact Sinéad Kelly
on 01-4628488 Email [email protected]
Introductory Courses in Computers
This course is open to both men and women. Learn all the skills you need to get the most from everyday technology. These short courses are for complete beginners and are a fun and informal introduction to the Internet, email and more.
Older Voices Online
Older Voices Online is a course for people aged 50+ who want to learn how to use social media to have a voice online and raise awareness of issues that aff ect older people. As well as learning how to use social media like Facebook, Twitter and blogging, participants will learn skills including online research and information gathering and will run a short online campaign around an issue of their choice using the skills they are learning. This programme is for people aged 50+ who have basic digital skills (e.g. can search on Google and send an email) and want to build on those skills.
#techmums
Technology is critical to our future yet many women, particularly mums, are scared of tech, worried about its impact on their children and unaware of the life-changing opportunities it can off er. #techmums changes that by off ering hands-on workshops and online support to mums in order to give them the confi dence, skills and inspiration they need to take part in the digital revolution.
Post Programme Support into Employment
This course is designed for students who have completed an accredited course and would like to be supported to access employment opportunities. Learners will gain skills and confi dence through employability skills training, mentoring, group work, and one to one support.
Offi ce Administration Programme
Full-timeThis course is for people who are in receipt of social welfare. It is designed to give participants the skills and knowledge to work in an offi ce environment. This course includes 5 E.C.D.L. modules: Word Processing, Computer Essentials, Presentations, Online Essentials, and Excel. Participants will also gain a QQI Level 5 in Communications and Work Experience.
Y-WIT - Young Women into Technology
This accredited programme introduces young women to everyday technology. This is designed to reach out to young women and invite them to hands-on fun workshops where they will learn how to use basic software, social media, the Internet, coding to eventually designing their own apps!
WAT- Women and Technology
Are you afraid of technology? Do you feel like you have been left behind in this digital age? If so, this course is for you. This programme supports women in a safe environment to learn skills and build confi dence in technology.
ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence)
Weekly payment plan in placeThis course covers 7 E.C.D.L. modules: Computer Essentials, Online Essentials, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Using Databases, Presentation & IT Security. Basic ICT skills required. Course costs includes Skills Card and Materials.
These classes will run from September - May 2016
from 10am to 12.30pm unless otherwise stated.
MONDAY - AM (10 weeks) • FEE: €5 per class TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY - (27 weeks) • FEE: €5 per class
WEDNESDAY - AM (10 weeks) • FEE: €5 per class
WEDNESDAY - 2-4.30pm (10 weeks) • FEE: €5 per class
FRIDAY - AM (27 weeks) • FEE: €160 plus €5 per class MONDAY - 2-4.30pm (12 weeks) • FEE: €5 per class
TUESDAY - AM (6 weeks) • FEE: €5 per class
TUESDAY - AM (10 weeks) • FEE: €5 per class
Technology and Accessing
Employment
For further information contact Gaye Kelly
on 01-4628488 Email: [email protected]
Community Development Major Award
QQI Level 5
This part time course is targeted at community activists, workers or volunteers who have an interest in, or experience of involvement in the community. This programme provides a progression into our B.A. Degree in Leadership and Community Development.
Community Care Major Award
QQI Level 5
This part time programme will help you develop personal qualities and knowledge required for employment in social services. This could include working with family and community groups in respite care, residential units or care of the elderly.
This course is for people who are in receipt of social welfare.
Childcare Major Award
QQI FETAC Level 5
This part time programme will provide you with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to work with young children and their families in an early childhood education and care setting. Applicants may be eligible for subsidy from the Pobal Learner Fund. Application forms are available from the County Childcare Committee and Pobal websites.
We also deliver Childcare Major Award QQI FETAC Level 5 through the Back to Education Initiative; one module is delivered each academic year. Entry criteria apply.
Childcare Major Award
QQI FETAC Level 6
This programme, delivered on a modular basis, is suitable for individuals who are currently working in Childcare, as the assessment is based on children and management in your workplace. Participants must have completed and received the full FETAC award in Childcare Level 5.
Early Childhood Curriculum Minor Award
QQI FETAC Level 6
This single module is designed to provide the learner with an introduction to Level 6 Childcare. It will enable the learner to implement the early childhood curriculum using the High Scope approach.
These classes will run from September - May 2016
from 10am to 12.30pm unless otherwise stated.
THURSDAY - AM • FEE €150 per module plus €5 per class TUESDAY & THURSDAY - 7-10pm FEE €225 per module plus €5 per class
MONDAY to THURSDAY - AM • FEE €5 per class
TUESDAY - 7-9.30pm • FEE €200 per module plus €5 per class
Further
Education
THURSDAY - AM • FEE €250 per module plus €5 per class
• An Cosán is a QQI /FETAC Approved Centre for Teaching & Learning.
• We are also on the Pobal list of approved Centres for Learner Fund applicants.
• Participants on Childcare Programmes may be eligible for the Learner Fund.
For further information contact
Mary Paul Keane on 01-4628488
Email: [email protected]
BA Degree in Leadership
and Community Development
QQI Level 7
This 3 year part time degree programme aims to develop an understanding and analysis of theories and practices of Leadership & Community Development. This programme will support the professional development of people who are employed in the fi eld of community development, people who work in the community in a voluntary capacity and people with an interest in leadership and community development.
Advanced entry places are available to this programme. Applications will be accepted for places on Year 2, September 2015, if the applicant fulfi ls the criteria for advanced entry.
BA Degree in Applied Addiction Studies &
Community Development
QQI Level 7
This interdisciplinary 3 year part time degree programme aims to develop knowledge, skills and competencies in the theory and practice of applied addiction studies and community development. The purpose of the programme is to build the capacity of
community drugs workers and those working and volunteering in the wider community addiction context.
Advanced entry places are available to this programme. Applications will be accepted for places on Year 2, September 2015, if they fulfi l the criteria for advanced entry.
BA Degree (Hons) in Early Childhood
Education and Care
QQI Level 8
This 3 year part time programme aims to develop early childhood professionals to develop knowledge, skills and competencies in the theory and practice in early childhood education and care and to become competent to deliver and manage quality service to children and families.
Special Purpose Award in Childcare
and Development
QQI Level 6
The aim of this module is to provide the student with an understanding of the required physical care of a child, in
partnership with parents, which addresses developmental progress and nutrition.
This course is an ECTS 10 credit module on the BA Degree (Hons) in Early Childhood Education and Care QQI Level 8.
These classes will run from September - May 2015
THURSDAY - 10am-5pm • FEE: €2,000 per year plus €5 per class TUESDAY & THURSDAY - 7-10pm • FEE: €2,250 per year plus €5
THURSDAY - 10am-5pm • FEE: €2,000 per year plus €5 per class
THURSDAY - 10am-1pm • FEE: €375 per year plus €5 per class
Higher Education and Continuous
Professional Development
An Cosán is committed to equal access to Higher Education and to supporting continual
professional development in the community and voluntary sector. An Cosán is currently
off ering the following third level part time modular programmes validated by IT Carlow
under delegated authority from Quality and Qualifi cations Ireland QQI (formally HETAC).
These programmes are developed in the context of community education and lifelong
learning and are intended for mature students. Minimum entry requirements apply.
Programmes
Special Purpose Awards
(QQI Level 7, 10 credits per module)
·
Transformative Community Education
·
Technology Enhanced Learning*
·
Community Leadership*
·
Citizenship and Social Action*
These four awards will form four of six modules of the fi rst year of a BA Degree in Community Education, Level 7, which will be off ered on a modularised basis. An important component is an introduction to some of the key technological tools which can support
community education practice.
COST: €250 per module
COMMENCEMENT: October 2015 and January 2016
Each module is 8 weeks in duration, involving a two hour weekly online session, a one hour tutorial and two face-to-face six hour workshops.
(*modules have been developed and are awaiting accreditation from IT Carlow in August)
Transforming Community Education through E-Learning
An Cosán’s Virtual
Community College
In recognition of the capacity of digital learning for community
education, An Cosán are at the forefront of creating a new and
innovative virtual learning programme. The development of
this new online education programme off ers an imaginative,
relevant and accessible approach to transformative education. The
programme will also enable students to continue their professional
development, to build their competence to use technology, and to
gain a formally recognised award while deepening knowledge and
understanding of theory, policy and practice.
An Cosán’s Virtual Community College
If you are interested in fi nding out more about
these courses, or would like to request our
course brochure, please contact:
[email protected]
Rainbow House and Fledglings
An Cosán’s Early Years
Education Centres
An Cosán’s early years education centres – Rainbow House and
Fledglings - offer programmes for children ranging in age from 3 months
to 12 years, integrating the best practice of early childhood education
with high quality care provision. The centres adopt a holistic approach
that focuses on all areas of child development, providing a safe secure,
loving environment to nurture confidence, independence and self-esteem.
Each child is helped to reach his/her full potential and is encouraged and
supported to develop at his/her own pace.
Our Early Years Educators form good relationships with children, parents and staff in
order to help each child grow and develop into a valued member of the community.
High Scope is the curriculum adapted in our centres. It is a quality approach to early
childhood care and education, shaped and developed by research and practice over a
long period. It identifies and builds on children’s strengths, interests and abilities.
Rainbow House
Rainbow House offers high quality early years education and care to families in Tallaght West to
enable them to avail of education and training. It also provides childcare for children with special
needs who have been referred from Tusla, The Child and Family Agency, and an after school
programme for 26 children from the local community ranging in age from 4 – 12 years.
For further information contact Anne Genockey at 014628488
or Email: [email protected]
Fledglings Early Years Education & Care
Fledglings was established in 2008 in response to the critical lack of high quality early years places
in Tallaght West. The Fledglings initiative was born as part of An Cosán’s not-for-profit enterprise to
meet this community need. Fledglings now have eight high quality early years education and care
services for children 0 – 5 across Dublin, in Tallaght West, Cabra, Whitehall and Dublin city.
For further information contact Aishling Kelly at 014628488
or Email: [email protected]
An Cosán gratefully acknowledges the support and funding in the development and implementation of
its Virtual Community College, selected Community Education and Training Programmes and Student
Supports by the following state and corporate bodies.
An Cosán gratefully acknowledges the support and
funding by the following state and corporate bodies
An Cosán l Kiltalown Village Centre l Jobstown l Tallaght l Dublin 24 t 01-462 8488 e [email protected]
www.ancosan.ie
