1. LEAVING CERTIFICATE APPLIED PROGRAMME OVERVIEW COLÁISTE PHOBAL RÓS CRÉ
2nd February 2017

2. What is the Leaving Certificate Applied?
It is a distinct, self-contained two-year Leaving Certificate programme aimed at preparing students for adult and working life
It emphasises forms of achievement and excellence which the established Leaving Certificate has not recognised in the past

3. Rationale Prepares students for adult and working life
Recognises talents of all pupils
Promotes communication and decision making skills

4. STUDENT PROFILE Students who have:
A good work ethic and enjoy project work
Excellent attendance record as credits are given for student interaction with classroom assignments.
Good behaviour record (work experience)
Willingness to learn and actively participate in whole programme (school trips and fundraisers)
Self-motivated with a positive attitude towards schoolwork and authority

5. Assessment 3 Modes Satisfactory completion of modules 62 credits (31%)
7 Student Tasks credits (35%)
Final Examinations credits (34%)
Total credits (100%)

6. Leaving Certificate Applied Qualification
Certificate awarded at three levels:
Pass % ( credits)
Merit % ( credits)
Distinction % ( credits)

7. Further & Higher Education
Opening up New Options
The Leaving Certificate Applied Route Map
Leaving
Certificate
Applied
Vocational Preparation
Vocational Education
Further
Education
Post Leaving
Certificate
Course
Further & Higher Education
Careers
FAS
Apprenticeships

8. LCA Adam’s Gift

9. Application Procedure
An application form must be completed
Parents/Guardians and student must attend an interview
To ensure the success of the students placement, the parent must sign a contract stating he/she will source work experience for their son/daughter for the duration of the programme
Registration day prior to return to school in August
Course fee of €120 collected in instalments.

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