The Word Processing (5N1358) minor award programme aims to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to use a word processing application to produce documents in a variety of contexts to high standard whilst working autonomously and under general direction. It is intended that the learner will be trained and encouraged to develop thought processes which will allow them to disseminate a task into component tasks and develop the resourcefulness to be able to undertake the tasks.
WORD PROCESSING 5N1358
OVERVIEW
REQUIREMENTS
- Learners with an interest in administration, communication flow and Information Technology for an organisation/ particular business
- Learners who wish to understand how to utilise the Work Processing application efficiently and effectively to help with productivity, efficiency and effectiveness of other work practices.
CONTENT
INDICATIVE CONTENT
- Acquire a thorough working knowledge of word processing and become proficient with use of the operating system.
- Develop a clear understanding of the concepts of word processing and best practice in its use.
- Develop the skills and competencies to produce documents to a high standard.
- Develop the skills and competencies required to achieve success.
- Develop the practical skills required to use a range of file management techniques so as to be able to save the work done.
- Develop skills of personal resourcefulness in using word processing features.
CERTIFICATION
QQI Level 5 – QQI Level 5 – Word Processing (and Text Production) 5N1358
ASSESSMENT
- Assignments (X2) – 60%
- Examination – (40%)
METHOD OF DELIVERY/DURATION
- Three options – Classroom, Blended and In-house.
- Delivered over 120 hours (including independent study and assessment).
- Delivered over 5 days/8 mornings
COST
€250, with reductions for doing 2 or more courses to reach the full major award or integration of modules especially the text production.
PROGRESSION
Upon successful completion of this programme, the learner will possess the relevant knowledge, skills and competences to produce documents in a variety of contexts to a mailable and publishable standard. Mapped onto the NQF at level 5, you may use this module as a minor award towards gaining a full major award in many different Level 5 programmes. MIDAS Learning use this module as one of the optional modules for the Major Award in Business Administration (5M2468). This Certificate will enable you to progress to other programmes at level 6 or higher including colleges and higher education providers. Contact our coaching department for help with an individual progression plan.