What is LFEL? – LFEL is a 28 week QQI accredited course aimed at people who want to improve their personal potential and life chances through education and training. Participants cover 6 modules – Maths, Communications, Personal Effectiveness, IT Skills, Office Procedures and Career Preparation. This leads to a Level 3 Major Award in General Learning.

Who’s it for? – It is aimed at people who may have left school early, those who want to learn new skills, meet new people and build their confidence and people interested in getting into a job. The course is open to people with less than a Leaving Certificate level of education and/or in receipt of a social welfare payment.

Why do it?

• It’s free
• LFEL aims to progress participants into mainstream education, training and employment One to one support and guidance is provided by the KCETB Adult Education Guidance and Information Service (AEGIS).
• Intensive family and personal support is provided through an allocated Key Worker to address family, health, social and other issues that act as barriers to participation and progression.
• Participants have the opportunity of attending one hour ESOL training per week to help with English language skills.

Start Date: September

Course Duration: 24 weeks

Course Content:  Communications, Mathematics, Computers, Personal Effectiveness, Career Preparation and Office Procedures.

Accreditation: QQI Level 3 Major Award in General Learning.