Industrial Manufacturing & Maintenance Skills

This QQI-accredited certificate is a one-year part-time programme providing key knowledge, skills and competencies in the area of Industrial Manufacturing and Maintenance-related subjects.

This Certificate in Industrial Manufacturing and Maintenance Skills programme is aimed at technicians and operators (in highly-regulated industries including, but not limited to, pharmaceutical, life sciences, medtech, and food and drink manufacturing industries), who are seeking employment, or are in employment and are looking to advance and/or improve performance within their current role. Ideally, learners will have some prior technical or mechanical experience or knowledge and/or exposure to a manufacturing environment. English Language The English language entry requirements for the programme are CEF B2+ or equivalent. Candidates with English language levels below CEF B2+ must first reach this minimum standard before enrolling on the academic programme. How to Apply Applicants under 23 years of age: Entry requirements are a minimum of grade O6 / H7 in the Leaving Certificate, or equivalent, in 5 subjects. The subjects must include mathematics and English, Irish or another language. Applicants above 23 years of age (Mature students): Mature learners, i.e. applicants over the age of 23, may apply on the basis of work experience and/or life experience by demonstrating that they have reached the standards of knowledge, skills and competence.