Our hands-on and practical course is designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to work in the dynamic and developing Horticulture sector. Students will study areas such as Plant Identification, Plant Science, Soil Management and Fruit & Veg Production. Students on this course are assisted with work experience placements.

Improve your prospects for career opportunities in Office Administration, Banking and Insurance with this VTOS QQI level 5 qualification. Avail of the opportunities to train for posts in customer service, as insurance sales agents, bank cashiers and other clerical, reception or admin roles.

Our Healthcare Assistant programme is aimed at those who have an interest in working with people in the Health, Community Care and Special Needs areas. The programme will provide you with a recognized qualification as a Healthcare and Special Needs Assistant allowing you to work as a Home Care or Nursing Home Assistant, Hospital Care Assistant, Community Day Care Assistant and Special Needs Assistant in primary/Secondary schools.

Return to fulltime education/training  opportunities for unemployed adults. Participants must be over 21 years of age and in receipt of a social welfare payment for 6 months. Participation on VTOS programmes is free.

The Childcare Level 5 programme is delivered under the Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme. VTOS provides general education and training opportunities for unemployed adults by enabling them to retain their social welfare entitlements while in fulltime study. The above one-year programme facilitates suitable adults in acquiring qualifications for employment opportunities in the area of childcare and as Classroom Assistants or Special Needs Assistants.

The Healthcare Level 5 programme is delivered under the Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme. VTOS provides general education and training opportunities for  unemployed adults by enabling them to retain their social welfare entitlements while in fulltime study. The above one-year programme facilitates suitable adults in acquiring qualifications for employment opportunities in the area of healthcare as healthcare assistants or in residential and non-residential settings.

The Childcare Level 6 programme is delivered under the Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme. VTOS provides general education and training opportunities for unemployed adults by enabling them to retain their social welfare entitlements while in fulltime study. The above one-year programme facilitates suitable adults in acquiring qualifications for employment opportunities in the area of childcare and as Classroom Assistants or Special Needs Assistants

The Healthcare Level 6 programme, delivered over one year, facilitates suitable adults in acquiring the necessary qualifications for employment in the area of healthcare in residential and non- residential settings.

New online payments system now available. Coláiste Íde & City of Dublin ETB (CDETB) can accept payments online for fees and other charges. Please see below a list of Terms and Conditions that should be read carefully in advance of using the online payment facility. You can also view these terms and conditions on the CDETB website.