Further Education and Training
Further Education and Training
Thank you for taking the time to visit this website and learn about Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board Further Education and Training (FET) Services.
We have wide range of programmes to suit learners of all ages and at all stages of their lives. Whether you are seeking to do a full or part time certified programme, a hobby course, brush up on your reading, writing and maths, learn English as a second language, undertake an apprenticeship/traineeship, reskill or upskill, train staff in your organisation or avail of career guidance, our FET Services has something for you.
As you browse this site, you will see a multitude of programmes and services on offer, and as it can be difficult to know what might be best for you. Please don’t hesitate to make contact directly with our centres and/or our Guidance & Information Service (contacts are all on this website) and we can support you to identify and access the programme that best suits your needs.
We look forward to welcoming you to Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board FET Services.
Dr. Linda Pinkster
Director of Further Education and Training
Course Levels
Course Levels
Foundation Skills Courses
National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) Levels 1-2
- These Foundation Skills courses can be both part-time and full-time courses that are generally delivered with the purpose of upskilling individuals and include areas such as Adult literacy and numeracy skills.
- Courses are suited to Early School Leavers.
- There are no entry requirements.
Bridging Skills Courses
National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) Levels 3-4
- These Bridging Skills courses can be both part-time and full-time courses and include areas such as; Back to Education, Progression Courses, Courses for Early School Leavers and Entry Level Employment Focussed Courses.
- Entry Requirements include National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) Level 3 / Junior Certificate / Relevant life experience.
Courses for Employment and Progression to Higher Education
National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) Levels 5-6
- Courses for Employment and Progression to Higher Education can be both part-time and full-time courses and include areas such as Specific Skills Courses, Apprenticeships, Traineeships, Post Leaving Certificate Courses (PLC) and Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS).
- Entry Requirements – National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) Level 4 / Junior Certificate (some apprenticeships) / Leaving Certificate / Relevant life experience.
