Programme

Adult Learner

For adults returning to learning: typing for work, clear writing, everyday maths, digital skills and the knowledge that helps in daily life.

Typing Basics: The Home Row and All the LettersTouch typing from the very beginning: where the fingers rest, the home row, then the top and bottom rows, one step at a time.10 lessons

Typing Basics: Capitals, Numbers and SymbolsThe Shift keys, capital letters, full stops and commas, the number row and the symbols used every day.10 lessons

Typing at Work: Speed and AccuracyBuilding a steady working speed, typing from paper, forms and data, shortcuts and good posture.10 lessons

English: Clear Writing for Everyday LifePlain English, spelling, punctuation, sentences and paragraphs, notes, messages and filling in forms.10 lessons

English: Emails and Letters That Get ResultsWriting effective emails, formal letters, complaints, requests, apologies and replies.10 lessons

Maths: Everyday NumbersMental arithmetic, fractions, decimals, percentages, measurements, time and reading tables and charts.10 lessons

Maths: Household Money and BudgetingMaking a budget, understanding bills, comparing prices, saving, borrowing safely and understanding payslips.10 lessons

Digital Skills: Computers, Files and the InternetUsing a computer, the mouse and keyboard, files and folders, the internet, searching, email and video calls.10 lessons

Digital Skills: Staying Safe OnlineStrong passwords, two-step verification, scams and phishing, safe shopping, privacy settings and protecting your identity.10 lessons

Digital Skills: Documents and SpreadsheetsWord processing, formatting, headings, tables, printing and saving as PDF, spreadsheets, formulas and simple charts.10 lessons

Work: Job Seeking, CVs and InterviewsFinding vacancies, writing a CV and cover letter, applying online, preparing for interviews and returning to work.10 lessons

Work: Communication and Customer ServiceListening, speaking on the phone, teamwork, handling complaints, workplace rights and health and safety at work.10 lessons

Health and Wellbeing for AdultsHealthy eating, physical activity, sleep, stress, mental health, alcohol and smoking, health checks and using health services.10 lessons

Citizenship: Rights, Services and Your CommunityPublic services, social welfare, consumer rights, voting, getting involved in the community and where to find information.10 lessons

Science for Everyday LifeEnergy at home, electricity safety, the science of food and germs, medicines, the body, weather and climate change.10 lessons

History and Geography: Ireland and the WorldA short history of Ireland, Ireland's geography and counties, Europe and the world, and how the past shapes the present.10 lessons

Arts and Music: Enjoying Art and MusicLooking at paintings, great artists, visiting galleries, the elements of music, great composers and making art and music yourself.10 lessons

Learning to Learn: Study Skills for AdultsWhy adults learn, setting goals, finding time, note-taking, memory techniques, reading strategies and keeping motivated.10 lessons