Introduction
This course is designed for those who want to acquire the skills to use computer applications at an advanced level and learn the basic concepts of web design, the internet and cloud applications deployment. The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) qualification is part of the Microsoft Business Certification Series.
MOS is a comprehensive performance based certification programme approved by Microsoft to validate desktop computer skills using desktop applicaitons. The use of cloud applications is increasingly of interest to businesses in order to reduce IT costs.
Career Opportunities
There are many career opportunities for those with advanced IT skills. The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS 2010) qualification is an excellent addition to enhance other qualifications such as the JEB/EDI Teacher Training Diploma. Opportunities include:
- Office Administrator
- Office Manager
- Web Designer
- Web Administrator
- Content Manager for Websites
Core Elements
Microsoft
- MS Office Word 2010
- MS Office Excel 2010
- MS Office PowerPoint 2010
- MS Office Access 2010
- MS Office Word Expert 2010
- MS Office Excel Expert 2010
- MS Office 365/CompTIA Cloud Essentials
FETAC
| Course Code | MCAS |
| Duration | 1 year – full time September to May |
| Number of places | 24 |
| Number of contact hours per week | 20 |
| Timetable contact | This course is timetabled during mornings only |
Support Elements
- Study Skills
- Career Advice and CV preparation
- Enterprise Workshop
- eLearning
Assessment and Certification
- This course is certified by the Microsoft IT Academy and FETAC.
- Learners who successfully achieve all the Microsoft Certificates and have a relevant training certificate such as the JEB/EDI Teacher Training Diploma can apply to become a Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Instructor.
- Assessment is based on a combination of work submitted during the year and online exams.
Progression
Career
Many careers in the teaching profession and training industries are available to graduates from Senior College Dun Laoghaire.
Education/Training
Graduates may opt for further training from the Microsoft IT Academy.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a prior IT computing qualification, such as a FETAC, ECDL, City & Guilds eQuals Level 1 or Level 2 qualification or have relevant IT work experience.
Mature Students (including VTOS and BTEA)
Applicants without formal qualifications will be considered on the basis of experience and overall demonstrable ability.
Other Requirements
All applicants will have an advisory meeting to offer guidance and to ensure course suitability. Applicants will also be advised on course costs and registration details.
Fees
There are no tuition fees for EU students. At course commencement, students are required to pay for books, exams, €200 PLC Government Levy (unless exempt), a Student Services fee and where applicable professional body registration fees.
