Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Anatomy & Physiology Safety & Health at work Emergency Department Care Skills Communications Work Experience Infection Prevention & Control Mathematics Nursing Theory and Practice Care Skills   Additional Training: PHECC Emergency First Responder (EFR) PHECC First Aid Responder Manual Handling/Patient ROSPA – Fire warden training   OFI can facilitate further training such as EMT training in addition to providing pathways that allows students gain experience with voluntary organisations such as Irish Red Cross, Civil Defence and The Order of MALTA. Course Description Can you see yourself as a Firefighter, Paramedic, or working in the emergency services? Are you calm, work well under pressure and have a desire to help people? Do you want to work in a caring environment? Are you currently a member of the many volunteer organisations and enjoy the experience? Or would you like to progress to study for a degree? If Yes, then this is the course for you. Certification QQI Level 5 Community Health Services 5M4468 Career Opportunities Application to Fire and Rescue for local recruitment training and career progression. Statistics Earn an average of €47,603 as a Dublin Firefighter Paramedic Apply Now Progression to degrees University College Cork | Paramedic Studies | Level 8University of Limerick | Paramedic Studies | Level 8 (Mature Entry)National Ambulance College – Campuses based in Tallaght, Ballinasloe and Tullamore.Application to Fire and Rescue for local recruitment training and career progression. Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS Name 2022 Apply Now

Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Anatomy & Physiology Safety & Health at work Emergency Department Care Skills Communications Work Experience Infection Prevention & Control Mathematics Nursing Theory and Practice Care Skills   Additional Training: PHECC Emergency First Responder (EFR) PHECC First Aid Responder Manual Handling/Patient ROSPA – Fire warden training   OFI can facilitate further training such as EMT training in addition to providing pathways that allows students gain experience with voluntary organisations such as Irish Red Cross, Civil Defence and The Order of MALTA. Course Description Can you see yourself as a Firefighter, Paramedic, or working in the emergency services? Are you calm, work well under pressure and have a desire to help people? Do you want to work in a caring environment? Are you currently a member of the many volunteer organisations and enjoy the experience? Or would you like to progress to study for a degree? If Yes, then this is the course for you. Certification QQI Level 5 Community Health Services 5M4468 Career Opportunities Application to Fire and Rescue for local recruitment training and career progression. Statistics Earn an average of €47,603 as a Dublin Firefighter Paramedic Apply Now Progression to degrees University College Cork | Paramedic Studies | Level 8University of Limerick | Paramedic Studies | Level 8 (Mature Entry)National Ambulance College – Campuses based in Tallaght, Ballinasloe and Tullamore.Application to Fire and Rescue for local recruitment training and career progression. Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS Name 2022 Apply Now

Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Conflict Management Supervisory Management Leadership Work Experience Gerontology Managing People Person Centred Planning Health Promotion Course Description This course will facilitate the learner to explore supervisory roles within the Health Service with a view to reskilling/up-skilling and exploring concepts and subject areas required for future employment. Learners will gain the knowledge and skills to apply a range of supervisory management concepts, theories and techniques to a supervisory management role in the provision of health services. Certification 5M4339 QQI Level 6 Health Services Supervisory Management Skills Career Opportunities Graduates progress to employment in various areas including: Health Care Support | Home Care | Elderly Care| Disability Services | Day Care Services Statistics The number of managers working in the health service has grown by 35% over the last 5 years. Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including: WIT | Applied Health Care | Level 7DCU/TCD /DKIT/UCD | General Nursing | Level 8DCU/TCD/UCD | Mental Health Nursing | Level 8DCU | Intellectual Disability Nursing | Level 8UCD/TCD/DKIT | Midwifery | Level 8DKIT | Mental Health Nursing | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS The course was a life changing experience that I will never forget. All the teachers were extremely supportive and helpful in all aspects of the course. The training I received during my work experience made me feel confident and prepared to be the best HCA I can be. I graduated with distinctions in all the modules and received student of the year award. I owe it all to the thorough and intense training from the well-educated and patient teachers. At present, I am working in a Nursing home and I love my job as it is a very rewarding career. I highly recommend this course. Eranda Langeveldt Health Care Support Graduate, 2018 I chose healthcare support as I’ve always had a passion for caring for people. I knew I wanted to work in healthcare and this course was perfect for me. My work placement was the most enjoyable part of the year, going into the field of healthcare while learning is such an experience. I hope to do a level 8 in midwifery in DKIT next year! This PLC course has helped me understand how college assignments and exams need to be done. This course has also given me an insight to what working in healthcare will involve. Katie Rooney Health Care Support Graduate, 2021 Apply Now

Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content ITEC Anatomy and Physiology Physiotherapy Assistant Practice Physiotherapy Assistant Theory Sport & Recreation Studies Customer Service Kinesiology Work Experience Exercise & Fitness Nutrition Sports Massage First Aid Responder ITEC Level 3 Diploma & Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy Course Description Physiotherapy assistant would be ideal for any learner who wants to work in this newlydeveloping role. Learners will develop the skills needed to assist physiotherapists with their caseload and, clients with different elements of treatment/rehabilitation. Certification 5M4339 QQI Level 5 Sports, Recreation and Exercise Career Opportunities Graduates progress to employment in various areas including: Physiotherapy Assistant in Private Practice | Rehabilitator Statistics In Ireland the average salary for Physiotherapy Assistant is €38k per annum. Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including: WIT | Applied Health Care | Level 7DCU/TCD /DKIT/UCD | General Nursing | Level 8DCU/TCD/UCD | Mental Health Nursing | Level 8DCU | Intellectual Disability Nursing | Level 8UCD/TCD/DKIT | Midwifery | Level 8DKIT | Mental Health Nursing | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS The course was a life changing experience that I will never forget. All the teachers were extremely supportive and helpful in all aspects of the course. The training I received during my work experience made me feel confident and prepared to be the best HCA I can be. I graduated with distinctions in all the modules and received student of the year award. I owe it all to the thorough and intense training from the well-educated and patient teachers. At present, I am working in a Nursing home and I love my job as it is a very rewarding career. I highly recommend this course. Eranda Langeveldt Health Care Support Graduate, 2018 I chose healthcare support as I’ve always had a passion for caring for people. I knew I wanted to work in healthcare and this course was perfect for me. My work placement was the most enjoyable part of the year, going into the field of healthcare while learning is such an experience. I hope to do a level 8 in midwifery in DKIT next year! This PLC course has helped me understand how college assignments and exams need to be done. This course has also given me an insight to what working in healthcare will involve. Katie Rooney Health Care Support Graduate, 2021 Apply Now

Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Speech and Language Therapy Practice Speech and Language Therapy Theory Anatomy and Physiology Care Support Infection Prevention and Control Rehabilitation Support Human Growth and Development Work Experience Communications Course Description This one-year programme has been designed to provide learners with the understanding, knowledge, skills and competence to pursue a career as a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant. These skills can be applied to a wide range of sectors catering for those who have difficulties with communication including eating and swallowing. Certification 5M QQI Level 5 Health Service Skills Career Opportunities Graduates progress to employment in various areas including: Speech and Language Therapy | Healthcare | Early Learning Studies | Education | Humanities Statistics Speech & Language therapists are among others on the Critical Skills Employment List in Ireland Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including: DkIT | Social Care | Level 8TU Blanchardstown |Community Development & Youth Work | Level 8Maynooth University | Social Science | Level 7NUI Galway | Community, Youth and Family Studies | Level 8DkIT | Community Youth Work | Level 7 UCD | Psychology/Social Policy & Sociology | Level 8Athlone IT | Social Care Practice | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS The modules I enjoyed the most were Psychology and Understanding Youth Work. The teachers really invest time with the students and they are friendly and helpful, making the course a positive learning experience. I met some really great people with a shared interest and made friends for life while confirming my career area. Saoirse Parry Youth Work Graduate, 2018 Ó Fiaich Institute gave me the opportunity to follow a dream of going to college. The teachers were extremely supportive and encouraged us, the course equipped me with the skills to academically write and gave me the confidence to go on to study Social Care in DKIT. I was lucky enough to be given the opportunity of a place on the Erasmus+ programme Malaga with work placement. This was a amazing experience I would recommend anyone to do a PLC in Ó Fiaich Chloe Healy Youth Work 2022 Apply Now

Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Professional Practice Placement in ELC Children’s Rights, Legislation and Regulation Early Childhood Growth and Development Curriculum, Play and Creative Studies Understanding and Assisting Children with Additional NeedsHolistic Care of Children(birth to six years) Special Needs Assisting 5N1786 Course Description This one year programme is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to work as a Special Needs Assistant in a variety of educational settings. Certification 5M21473 QQI Level 5 SNA With Early Learning & Care   Career Opportunities Graduates can progress to employment as a Special Needs Assistant along with a range of other employment opportunities including: Early Years Educator | AIM Support Worker | Classroom Assistant | Afterschool Assistant | Preschool Assistant | Childminding Statistics The number of SNA posts in Ireland will increase with an additional 1,194 special needs assistant jobs available in our schools in 2024 Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including: DKIT|Early Chilhood Studies|Level 8DKIT|Social Care|Level 8NUIG|Early Childhood Studies and Practice|Level 8TU Dublin|Early Childhood Care and Education|Level 8DCU|Early Childhood Education|Level 8DCU|Education and Training|Level 8 b Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS The modules I enjoyed the most were Psychology and Understanding Youth Work. The teachers really invest time with the students and they are friendly and helpful, making the course a positive learning experience. I met some really great people with a shared interest and made friends for life while confirming my career area. Saoirse Parry Youth Work Graduate, 2018 Ó Fiaich Institute gave me the opportunity to follow a dream of going to college. The teachers were extremely supportive and encouraged us, the course equipped me with the skills to academically write and gave me the confidence to go on to study Social Care in DKIT. I was lucky enough to be given the opportunity of a place on the Erasmus+ programme Malaga with work placement. This was a amazing experience I would recommend anyone to do a PLC in Ó Fiaich Chloe Healy Youth Work 2022 Apply Now

Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Advanced Professional Practice Placements in Early Learning and Care Sociology and Social Policy in Early Learning and Care The Developing Child Curriculum and Pedagogy Inclusive Early Learning and Care Supervision and Administration Skills in ELC   A minimum of 150 hours of professional practice placement must be completed including: (i) working directly with children aged 0-2 years 8 months, and (ii) working with children aged between 2 years 8 months and six years, with an appropriate balance between settings.   Course Description The programme is aimed at learners who wish to extend their knowledge, skills, and competencies and are interested in a career in Early Learning and Care with children aged from 0 to six years old, including those who may have an interest in working as Room Leaders/Supervisors in Early Learning & Care settings. Entry Requirements: Applicants for this course must have successfully achieved a Level 5 award in Early Learning & Care or equivalent. Certification QQI Level 6 Certificate in Early Learning Care Career Opportunities Graduates progress to employment in range of early education settings across the public and private sector Room Leader (ECCE/School-Age) | Management Role in Early Learning & Care Setting | Early Learning & Care Practitioner | Early Years Educator | School-Age/Afterschool Practitioner | Childminder | Special Needs Assistant Statistics Graduates may seek employment with 100+ registered childcare providers in Co. Louth in various ELC settings.Additional funding for the Early Learning & Care Sector in Budget 2022 will create more job opportunities. From September 2022, new minimum hourly rates were introduced ranging from €13 to €17.25 depending on qualifications.   Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates can progress to a variety of third-level degree programmes in Universities or Institutes of Technology including: DkIT | Early Childhood Studies | Level 8 (Advanced Entry) DCU | Education – Early Childhood Education | Level 8TU Dublin | Early Childhood Education | Level 7 & 8 SETU| Early Childhood Education and Care | Level 8Marino Institute of Education | Early Childhood Education | Level 8 Maynooth University | Early Childhood Teaching & Learning | Level 8Mary Immaculate College | Early Childhood Care and Education | Level 8University College Cork | Early Years and Childhood Studies | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS I completed the Level 6 Advanced Early Childhood Care and Education course in 2021/2022. From a mature student’s perspective, I found all O’Fiaich staff and students very friendly and helpful, which made it a very enjoyable and beneficial experience for me. The modules cover every aspect of childcare including child development, special needs assisting, and supervisor skills which give you the tools to find a career in the industry. As work placement is also included on the course it’s a great opportunity to gain experience and a lot of students find employment where they’ve completed their work experience. Level 6 Graduate 2021/2022 Apply Now

Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Understanding Youth Work Working with Young People Community Addiction Studies Special Needs Assisting Social Studies Young People in Society Communications  Word Processing Work Experience   Additional Training: First Aid Training Làmh Training Child Protection Course Description Studying Youth Work is ideally suited to enthusiastic, fun-loving, critical-thinking, and creative people who are motivated to impact positively in young people’s lives. Youth work encompasses a broad and diverse range of social, cultural, educational and political activities, which are based on young people’s voluntary participation in leisure time activities that emphasise social inclusion and support civic engagement Certification 5M4732 QQI Level 5 Youth Work 5N1786 QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting Career Opportunities Graduates progress to employment in various areas including: Youth Work Leader | Special Needs Assistant | Community Support Worker | Afterschool  Coordinator | Youth and Community Organisers | Social Care Assistant | Residential Social Carer  Statistics 1,194 SNA Jobs for 2022/202 Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including: DkIT | Social Care | Level 8TU Blanchardstown |Community Development & Youth Work | Level 8Maynooth University | Social Science | Level 7NUI Galway | Community, Youth and Family Studies | Level 8DkIT | Community Youth Work | Level 7 UCD | Psychology/Social Policy & Sociology | Level 8Athlone IT | Social Care Practice | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS The modules I enjoyed the most were Psychology and Understanding Youth Work. The teachers really invest time with the students and they are friendly and helpful, making the course a positive learning experience. I met some really great people with a shared interest and made friends for life while confirming my career area. Saoirse Parry Youth Work Graduate, 2018 Ó Fiaich Institute gave me the opportunity to follow a dream of going to college. The teachers were extremely supportive and encouraged us, the course equipped me with the skills to academically write and gave me the confidence to go on to study Social Care in DKIT. I was lucky enough to be given the opportunity of a place on the Erasmus+ programme Malaga with work placement. This was a amazing experience I would recommend anyone to do a PLC in Ó Fiaich Chloe Healy Youth Work 2022 Apply Now

Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Care Support Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory Infection Prevention and Control Communications Human Growth & Development Anatomy and Physiology Work Experience Nursing Theory and Practice First Aid Course Description This course is aimed at learners who love the challenge of problem solving and helping people in practical ways to complete Activities of Daily Living. The specialist programme will guide learners to work as an assistant in an Occupational Therapy Department or as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team. The role provides support to older, injured, ill or disabled patients to enable them to partake in everyday activities. Certification 5M3782 QQI Level 5 Health Service Skills Certificate in Moving & Handling Infection Prevention & Control Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults. Career Opportunities The course will allow successful candidates to seek employment in locations such as: Hospitals, community settings, nursing homes, rehabilitation centres, day-care facilities or residential settings. Once qualified you can apply for a job as one of the following: Occupational Therapist Assistant | Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor | Rehab Support Worker Hospitals & Community | Activity Coordinator | Care Assistant in Disability Services | Homecare Assistant | Healthcare Assistant Statistics Qualified Occupational Therapist Assistants can earn up to €32k per annum Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates who achieve the required standard may progress to further studies in the FET sector at level 6 or to IT Colleges/Universities: Ulster University | Occupational Therapy | Level 8Cardiff University | Occupational Therapy | Level 8DkIT | General Nursing | Level 8DkIT | Health and Physical Activity | Level 8Letterkenny Institute | Higher Certificate in Health Science with Occupational Therapy Studies | Level 6UWE Bristol | Occupational Therapy | Level 8 & Higher Degree Apprenticeship Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS This course has given me so much knowledge and opportunity. I left full time work to return to education, not even sure what Occupational Therapy was prior to doing this course. All the teachers are brilliant at teaching and made the course interesting and exciting. All the support I needed was offered. The group was small and so friendly, which made the year even better. Within 3 weeks of graduating, I have secured a role as an Occupational Therapy Assistant locally with the HSE. I think its such an exciting field of healthcare and look forward to moving further into it. C Putz Graduate 2022 – 23 Apply Now

Nursing Studies Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Nursing Theory and Practice Care Provision and Practice Care Support Anatomy and Physiology Human Growth and Development Communications Work Experience Safety and Health at Work Infection Prevention and Control Additional Certification: First Aid Responder Patient Moving and Handling Infection Prevention and Control Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Course Description Nursing Studies is a one-year course for students wishing to train as Nurses both here in Ireland and in the UK. On completion of this course students can apply to Nursing Degree courses through the QQI entry system. It provides a solid foundation in Nursing theory and practice and allows students to accurately assess their suitability for a career in nursing. Applications are also invited from mature students wishing to pursue a career in nursing. Certification 5M4349 QQI Level 5 Nursing Studies Career Opportunities Successful candidates of this course may gain employment as a Health Care Assistant in a variety of health care settings or to progress to third-level education both here in Ireland or in the UK. They can also progress to employment in various areas including: : Health Care Support | Home Care | Elderly Care | Disability Services | Day Care Services Statistics 68% of graduates of graduates progressed to employment or a Level 8 nursing degree Apply Now Progression to degrees Successful candidates of this course are eligable to apply to a BSc Degree in Nursing either in Ireland or the UK: DkIT | General Nursing | Level 8DkIT | Midwifery | Level 8DkIT | Intellectual Disability Nursing | Level 8DkIT | Mental Health Nursing | Level 8ATU Letterkenny| General Nursing | Level 8AIT | General Nursing | Level 8DCU | General Nursing | Level 8DCU | Children’s and General Nursing (Integrated) | Level 8UCD | General Nursing | Level 8UCAS | Nursing Degree throughout the UK | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Additional Fees Students will have to purchase two tunics at a cost of €80 – this cost is subject to change. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS The aspects of the nursing course that I enjoyed most were learning about the human body, healthcare issues and diseases as well as making good friends with common interests and goals. The work placement in a hospital allowed me to experience all aspects of nursing and to experience what it is like to be a nurse and how to assist people. The teachers were very supportive and made the college experience interesting and accessible for me. Simona Butkute Nursing Studies Graduate, 2020 I chose healthcare support as I’ve always had a passion for caring for people. I knew I wanted to work in healthcare and this course was perfect for me. My work placement was the most enjoyable part of the year, going into the field of healthcare while learning is such an experience. I hope to do a level 8 in midwifery in DKIT next year! This PLC course has helped me understand how college assignments and exams need to be done. This course has also given me an insight to what working in healthcare will involve. Katie Rooney Health Care Support Graduate, 2021 Apply Now