Waterford Training Provider Evolve Training & Recruitment Is FETAC Accredited

Dungarvan based Training Provider, Evolve Training & Recruitment has recently become accredited as a FETAC registered provider. This is a significant achievement for Evolve Training & Recruitment and the locality as it means the centre can now offer programmes leading to FETAC awards in the National Framework of Qualifications. As the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland, the Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) gives the opportunity to gain recognition for learning in education or training centres, in the work place and in the community. To become an accredited FETAC training centre, Evolve Training & Recruitment has worked hard to incorporate a comprehensive Quality Assurance System and has been thoroughly audited by a FETAC representative. It is a substantial achievement and testament to the Training Centre's adherence to quality.

Evolve Training & Recruitment, based in the centrally located Plaza building at Dungarvan Shopping Centre, is West Waterford's only dedicated business training centre. The business has been in operation since June 2007 and is owned and run by Tracy Quinlan. Tracy says, "By offering FETAC awards we are creating opportunities for all learners to have their achievements recognised at a national level. We're looking forward to offering a wider range of courses with individual qualifications."

The first FETAC Accredited course run by the centre and completed in April was Computerised Accounts FETAC Level 3, and the package covered was SAGE. Tracy says, "SAGE is a popular Accounts system, with many employers in the area looking for both training and certification in this program. Employers are also looking for flexibility in staff to take on more responsibility within their position, and up-skilling and training is essential." Evolve Training & Recruitment is currently running its second FETAC Course, Reception Level 5. This is being run in conjunction with the Local Employment Service. In September and into 2010, Evolve Training & Recruitment plan on offering a wide range of FETAC accredited courses, split into the following areas:

FETAC Computer Courses:

• Basic Computer Literacy
• Introduction to Internet
• ECDL
• ECDL Advanced
• Microsoft Office Specialist
• Microsoft Certified Application Specialist

FETAC Business Courses:

• Manual & Computerised Accounts, Computerised Payroll
• Business Computing
• Business English
• General Office Skills
• IT and Childcare
• Spreadsheets, Word Processing
• Computer Architecture and Systems, Computer Networks, System Maintenance

FETAC Soft Skills Courses:

• Customer Care
• Marketing Practice
• Reception Course

Other non-FETAC courses will include:

• Basic Computers
• Internet and Email
• Pre-ECDL
• ECDL Refresher
• Sage Computerised Accounts
• CV Preparation and Interview Techniques
• Touch Typing Classes

Jenny Beresford, Development Manager of Dungarvan Chamber of Commerce says, "We are delighted to have a local business providing up-to-the minute and certified training in Dungarvan. Congratulations to Tracy and staff in Evolve Training & Recruitment on receiving such an award which will strengthen their position in the Industry. This is going to benefit both employers and employees throughout Dungarvan and surrounding areas."

For further information on these and other services offered by Evolve Training & Recruitment, contact Evolve Training & Recruitment.

Photo Caption: Pictured receiving FETAC Award at an Award Ceremony in Dublin recently, from left to right: Stan McHugh Chief Executive Officer of FETAC, Tracy Quinlan Evolve Training & Recruitment, Sean Haughey Junior Minister for Life Long Learning, Donal O'Rourke Chair of FETAC.