Communications (QQI Level 5)

The Communications course is suitable for those wishing to equip themselves with the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to communicate verbally and non-verbally in standard everyday and work related tasks, operating independently while under general direction. Upon completion, this minor award can be used to meet the requirements of the majority of Major awards which include Early childhood Care & Education 5M2009, Healthcare Support 5M4339, Nursing Studies 5M4349, Business Administration 5M2468

Course Description 

• Analyse a range of current issues in communications and information technology
• Use appropriate non-verbal and visual communication in personal- and work-related settings, to include one-to-one, in a group/team, and in formal and informal interaction
• Demonstrate communications styles and techniques relevant to different situations in work and leisure, to include one-to-one and group contexts in conversation, interview, oral presentation, question and answer session and for the purposes of persuading, advocacy and informing
• Demonstrate verbal skills appropriate to working under general direction, to include making a case and presenting a point of view in group discussion, formal meetings, interviews