Working for Work : Chapter 6 : Training & Education

Post Leaving Certificate Programme (PLC)

The Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) programme provides an integrated general education, vocational training and work experience programme for young people who have completed their Leaving Certificate and adults returning to education. Its purpose is to enhance their prospects of gaining employment or progressing to further or higher education.

Post Leaving Certificate courses are full-time one year programmes of integrated education, training and work experience provided in schools and colleges outside the third level sector.

National Certification at FETAC Levels 5 and 6 or equivalent is available and the courses cover a large range of options e.g. Business and Secretarial Skills, Computer Studies, Art Craft and Design, Multi-Media, Childcare and Community Care, Sport and Leisure, Tourism and Catering. PLC courses are provided predominantly in the VEC sector, but some Community and Comprehensive schools and Secondary schools also offer courses.

Applicants should contact their local VEC or school offering PLC courses.

Last Updated: 01/09/2011 ^ back to top