Local Training Initiative

The Local Training Initiative programme targets disadvantaged learners aged 18–35 with little or no formal education, helping them develop and learn new skills in a supportive environment. Participants earn a Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) award.

This programme is not running currently.

Who and What is QQI?

Quality and Qualifications Ireland is an independent, State agency responsible for promoting quality and accountability in education and training services in Ireland. It was established in 2012.

QQI is the awarding body for further education awards at Levels 1 – 6. QQI sets the standards for QQI awards and validates programmes of education and training providers, such as Education and Training Boards (ETBs) and other community, voluntary and independent providers.

The current programme runs 2 Part-Time courses in General Learning for QQI Levels 2 and 3. The programme was based in the Clones Family Resource Centre. A total of 20 students participated across both levels. The learners were a mix of asylum seekers and refugees from El Salvador, Algeria, Somalia, Nigeria, Syria and Ukraine. Apart from learning and improving their level of English, they also completed the following modules.

Application of Number

Communications

Career Preparation

Computer Literacy

Health & Fitness

Nutrition
This course will run at a location in Monaghan town. It focuses on the key skills in communicating, maths and information technology to get ready for working life. It also focuses on your own health and wellbeing. There are seven subjects.

Application of Number

Communications

Career Preparation

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Health & Fitness

Nutrition

You will receive a Level 3 Minor Award from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). When you finish all seven subjects, you will receive a Level 3 Major Award in Employability Skills from QQI.