Learners, their families and staff from Louth and Meath Education and Training Board’s VTOS (Vocational Training and Opportunities Scheme) in Drogheda programme gathered recently in the d hotel Drogheda, to celebrate their achievements over the past year.
Learners from five adult education courses ranging from QQI Level 3 to Leaving Certificate were presented with certificates of attendance.
Some learners intend to return to the centre in autumn 2023 to commence a second year with the VTOS programme. Other learners have made application to progress to Further Education and Training and some learners have secured employment.
VTOS, is a free, full-time education programme for adults who are signing on the Live Register. VTOS, Drogheda will be offering the following courses in September 2023:
- Return to Leaving QQI Level 3;
- Improve Your English and Get Job Ready QQI Level 3,
- Employment Skills with IT QQI Level 4,
- Introduction to Healthcare QQI Level 4,
- Office Ready Employment Skills QQI Level 4
- Leaving Certificate subjects to adult students.
The VTOS programme is for people who are over 21 years and in receipt of Job Seekers Benefit, Job Seekers Allowance, Disability Allowance, One Parent Family Payment or signing for credits for 6 months or more. Qualified adults whose partners are receiving these payments may also be eligible.
For more information or to apply for the VTOS programme please contact Mary at 086 796 6165, email vtosdrogheda@lmetb.ie, or drop into the LMETB, Further Education Centre, King Street, Drogheda.
