Leaving Cert Vocational Programme

Leaving Cert Vocational Programme

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This course equips students with essential skills for the transition from education to employment. Through modules on work preparation and enterprise education, learners explore local employment, career planning, and workplace diversity. Practical activities, including CV drafting and simulated interviews, foster readiness for professional environments and personal development.
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This module equips students with essential skills for transitioning into professional environments. Through a comprehensive curriculum, it covers local employment research, workplace regulations, diversity, job application processes, interview techniques, career exploration, and work placement preparation. Students engage in practical activities and reflective exercises to build confidence and career readiness.

Introduction to Working Life
Introduction to LCVP and Unit Overview Beginner
Identifying Local Employment and Social Services Beginner
Exploring Local Agencies and Institutions Quiz Challenge Beginner
Local Economic Activities and Tourism Potential Quiz Challenge Beginner
Comparing School and Work Environments Beginner
Work Regulations and Dispute Resolution Beginner
Workplace Diversity and Unemployment Assistance Beginner
Planning a Training Scheme Visit Beginner
Job-seeking Skills
Job Advertisement Methods Quiz Challenge Beginner
Completing Application Forms Quiz Challenge Beginner
Compiling Curriculum Vitae Information Quiz Challenge Beginner
Refining and Formatting Curriculum Vitae Quiz Challenge Beginner
Interview Preparation Techniques Quiz Challenge Beginner
Simulated Job Interviews Quiz Challenge Beginner
Career Investigation
Identifying Personal Aptitudes Quiz Challenge Beginner
Initial Career Research Quiz Challenge Beginner
Analysing Career Requirements Quiz Challenge Beginner
Career Opportunities and Pathways Quiz Challenge Beginner
Planning Career Interviews Quiz Challenge Beginner
Setting Up Career Interactions Quiz Challenge Beginner
Integrating Career Information Quiz Challenge Beginner
Reflecting on Career Investigation Quiz Challenge Beginner
Work Placement
Setting Goals for Work Placement Quiz Challenge Beginner
Organising Work Placement Logistics Quiz Challenge Beginner
Preparing for Placement Behaviours Quiz Challenge Beginner
Communication and Safety in Placement Quiz Challenge Beginner
Reviewing Placement Experiences Quiz Challenge Beginner
Reflecting on Placement Applications Quiz Challenge Beginner
Presenting Placement Reports Quiz Challenge Beginner

This module equips students with essential skills for business and community engagement. Through lessons on identifying enterprising qualities, self-assessment, teamwork, leadership, and market research, students explore local enterprises, conduct SWOT analyses, and develop enterprise ideas. The curriculum also covers voluntary organisations, fostering a comprehensive understanding of business operations and community roles.

Enterprise Skills
Describing Enterprising Qualities Quiz Challenge Beginner
Self-Assessment of Enterprise Skills Quiz Challenge Beginner
Cooperative Teamwork Activities Quiz Challenge Beginner
Leadership and Meeting Planning Quiz Challenge Beginner
Making Presentations Quiz Challenge Beginner
Evaluating Unit Activities Quiz Challenge Beginner
Local Business Enterprises
Identifying Local Businesses Quiz Challenge Beginner
Formulating Investigation Questions Quiz Challenge Beginner
Organising Business Visits and SWOT Analysis Quiz Challenge Beginner
Reporting on Entrepreneur Visits Quiz Challenge Beginner
Describing Business Operations Quiz Challenge Beginner
Analysing Business Impacts Quiz Challenge Beginner
Evaluating Unit Outcomes Quiz Challenge Beginner
An Enterprise Activity
Generating Enterprise Ideas Quiz Challenge Beginner
Identifying Resources and Integrating Information Quiz Challenge Beginner
Assessing Skills and Recruiting Consultants Quiz Challenge Beginner
Market Research and Promotion Quiz Challenge Beginner
Participating in Enterprise Roles Quiz Challenge Beginner
Reviewing Group and Personal Performance Quiz Challenge Beginner
Presenting Enterprise Reports Quiz Challenge Beginner
Evaluating Enterprise Activity Quiz Challenge Beginner
Local Voluntary Organisations/Community Enterprises
Identifying Voluntary Organisations Quiz Challenge Beginner
Understanding Roles in Voluntary Organisations Quiz Challenge Beginner
Planning Community Visits Quiz Challenge Beginner
Reporting on Community Enterprises Quiz Challenge Beginner
Evaluating Unit Outcomes Quiz Challenge Beginner

This module guides students in developing essential career and personal documentation. Through structured lessons, learners create and refine CVs, prepare detailed career investigation reports, set objectives for action plans, document work experiences, and practise interview skills, equipping them with critical tools for professional and personal growth.

Core Items
CV Drafting Quiz Challenge Beginner
Career Investigation Report Description Quiz Challenge Beginner
Career Investigation Report Evaluation Quiz Challenge Beginner
Summary Report Quiz Challenge Beginner
Enterprise/Action Plan Objectives Quiz Challenge Beginner
Enterprise/Action Plan Analysis Quiz Challenge Beginner
Optional Items
Work Experience Diary Quiz Challenge Beginner
Enterprise Report Quiz Challenge Beginner
Recorded Interview Practice Quiz Challenge Beginner
My Own Place Report Quiz Challenge Beginner
Terminal Exam Overview Quiz Challenge Beginner
Practising Audio-Visual Questions Quiz Challenge Beginner
Case Study Identification Quiz Challenge Beginner
Case Study Solutions and Opinions Quiz Challenge Beginner
General Questions Recall and Analysis Quiz Challenge Beginner
General Questions Planning and Participation Quiz Challenge Beginner
Portfolio Review and Feedback Quiz Challenge Beginner
Mock Exam Simulation Quiz Challenge Beginner
Exam Revision: Preparation for the World of Work Quiz Challenge Beginner
Exam Revision: Enterprise Education Quiz Challenge Beginner

This module equips students with essential skills for transitioning into professional environments. Through a comprehensive curriculum, it covers local employment research, workplace regulations, diversity, job application processes, interview techniques, career exploration, and work placement preparation. Students engage in practical activities and reflective exercises to build confidence and career readiness.

Introduction to Working Life
Introduction to LCVP and Unit Overview Beginner
Identifying Local Employment and Social Services Beginner
Exploring Local Agencies and Institutions Quiz Challenge Beginner
Local Economic Activities and Tourism Potential Quiz Challenge Beginner
Comparing School and Work Environments Beginner
Work Regulations and Dispute Resolution Beginner
Workplace Diversity and Unemployment Assistance Beginner
Planning a Training Scheme Visit Beginner
Job-seeking Skills
Job Advertisement Methods Quiz Challenge Beginner
Completing Application Forms Quiz Challenge Beginner
Compiling Curriculum Vitae Information Quiz Challenge Beginner
Refining and Formatting Curriculum Vitae Quiz Challenge Beginner
Interview Preparation Techniques Quiz Challenge Beginner
Simulated Job Interviews Quiz Challenge Beginner
Career Investigation
Identifying Personal Aptitudes Quiz Challenge Beginner
Initial Career Research Quiz Challenge Beginner
Analysing Career Requirements Quiz Challenge Beginner
Career Opportunities and Pathways Quiz Challenge Beginner
Planning Career Interviews Quiz Challenge Beginner
Setting Up Career Interactions Quiz Challenge Beginner
Integrating Career Information Quiz Challenge Beginner
Reflecting on Career Investigation Quiz Challenge Beginner
Work Placement
Setting Goals for Work Placement Quiz Challenge Beginner
Organising Work Placement Logistics Quiz Challenge Beginner
Preparing for Placement Behaviours Quiz Challenge Beginner
Communication and Safety in Placement Quiz Challenge Beginner
Reviewing Placement Experiences Quiz Challenge Beginner
Reflecting on Placement Applications Quiz Challenge Beginner
Presenting Placement Reports Quiz Challenge Beginner

This module equips students with essential skills for business and community engagement. Through lessons on identifying enterprising qualities, self-assessment, teamwork, leadership, and market research, students explore local enterprises, conduct SWOT analyses, and develop enterprise ideas. The curriculum also covers voluntary organisations, fostering a comprehensive understanding of business operations and community roles.

Enterprise Skills
Describing Enterprising Qualities Quiz Challenge Beginner
Self-Assessment of Enterprise Skills Quiz Challenge Beginner
Cooperative Teamwork Activities Quiz Challenge Beginner
Leadership and Meeting Planning Quiz Challenge Beginner
Making Presentations Quiz Challenge Beginner
Evaluating Unit Activities Quiz Challenge Beginner
Local Business Enterprises
Identifying Local Businesses Quiz Challenge Beginner
Formulating Investigation Questions Quiz Challenge Beginner
Organising Business Visits and SWOT Analysis Quiz Challenge Beginner
Reporting on Entrepreneur Visits Quiz Challenge Beginner
Describing Business Operations Quiz Challenge Beginner
Analysing Business Impacts Quiz Challenge Beginner
Evaluating Unit Outcomes Quiz Challenge Beginner
An Enterprise Activity
Generating Enterprise Ideas Quiz Challenge Beginner
Identifying Resources and Integrating Information Quiz Challenge Beginner
Assessing Skills and Recruiting Consultants Quiz Challenge Beginner
Market Research and Promotion Quiz Challenge Beginner
Participating in Enterprise Roles Quiz Challenge Beginner
Reviewing Group and Personal Performance Quiz Challenge Beginner
Presenting Enterprise Reports Quiz Challenge Beginner
Evaluating Enterprise Activity Quiz Challenge Beginner
Local Voluntary Organisations/Community Enterprises
Identifying Voluntary Organisations Quiz Challenge Beginner
Understanding Roles in Voluntary Organisations Quiz Challenge Beginner
Planning Community Visits Quiz Challenge Beginner
Reporting on Community Enterprises Quiz Challenge Beginner
Evaluating Unit Outcomes Quiz Challenge Beginner

This module guides students in developing essential career and personal documentation. Through structured lessons, learners create and refine CVs, prepare detailed career investigation reports, set objectives for action plans, document work experiences, and practise interview skills, equipping them with critical tools for professional and personal growth.

Core Items
CV Drafting Quiz Challenge Beginner
Career Investigation Report Description Quiz Challenge Beginner
Career Investigation Report Evaluation Quiz Challenge Beginner
Summary Report Quiz Challenge Beginner
Enterprise/Action Plan Objectives Quiz Challenge Beginner
Enterprise/Action Plan Analysis Quiz Challenge Beginner
Optional Items
Work Experience Diary Quiz Challenge Beginner
Enterprise Report Quiz Challenge Beginner
Recorded Interview Practice Quiz Challenge Beginner
My Own Place Report Quiz Challenge Beginner

Terminal Exam Overview Quiz Challenge Beginner
Practising Audio-Visual Questions Quiz Challenge Beginner
Case Study Identification Quiz Challenge Beginner
Case Study Solutions and Opinions Quiz Challenge Beginner
General Questions Recall and Analysis Quiz Challenge Beginner
General Questions Planning and Participation Quiz Challenge Beginner
Portfolio Review and Feedback Quiz Challenge Beginner
Mock Exam Simulation Quiz Challenge Beginner
Exam Revision: Preparation for the World of Work Quiz Challenge Beginner
Exam Revision: Enterprise Education Quiz Challenge Beginner

Curriculum Mapping

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Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme Statement
Curriculum Area
Outcomes
Link Module I: Preparation for the World of Work
Unit 1: Introduction to Working Life
LM1.U1.1 LM1.U1.2 LM1.U1.3 LM1.U1.4 LM1.U1.5 LM1.U1.6 LM1.U1.7 LM1.U1.8 LM1.U1.9 LM1.U1.10 LM1.U1.11 LM1.U1.12 LM1.U1.13 LM1.U1.14 LM1.U1.15 LM1.U1.16
Unit 2: Job-seeking Skills
LM1.U2.1 LM1.U2.2 LM1.U2.3 LM1.U2.4 LM1.U2.5 LM1.U2.6
Unit 3: Career Investigation
LM1.U3.1 LM1.U3.2 LM1.U3.3 LM1.U3.4 LM1.U3.5 LM1.U3.6 LM1.U3.7 LM1.U3.8 LM1.U3.9
Unit 4: Work Placement
LM1.U4.1 LM1.U4.2 LM1.U4.3 LM1.U4.4 LM1.U4.5 LM1.U4.6 LM1.U4.7 LM1.U4.8 LM1.U4.9 LM1.U4.10 LM1.U4.11 LM1.U4.12 LM1.U4.13
Link Module II: Enterprise Education
Unit 1: Enterprise Skills
LM2.U1.1 LM2.U1.2 LM2.U1.3 LM2.U1.4 LM2.U1.5 LM2.U1.6 LM2.U1.7 LM2.U1.8 LM2.U1.9 LM2.U1.10 LM2.U1.11
Unit 2: Local Business Enterprises
LM2.U2.1 LM2.U2.2 LM2.U2.3 LM2.U2.4 LM2.U2.5 LM2.U2.6 LM2.U2.7 LM2.U2.8 LM2.U2.9 LM2.U2.10 LM2.U2.11 LM2.U2.12 LM2.U2.13 LM2.U2.14 LM2.U2.15
Unit 3: Local Voluntary Organisations / Community Enterprises
LM2.U3.1 LM2.U3.2 LM2.U3.3 LM2.U3.4 LM2.U3.5 LM2.U3.6 LM2.U3.7 LM2.U3.8
Unit 4: An Enterprise Activity
LM2.U4.1 LM2.U4.2 LM2.U4.3 LM2.U4.4 LM2.U4.5 LM2.U4.6 LM2.U4.7 LM2.U4.8 LM2.U4.9 LM2.U4.10 LM2.U4.11 LM2.U4.12 LM2.U4.13 LM2.U4.14 LM2.U4.15

The curriculum does not include official reference codes for individual learning outcomes, so we have assigned a code scheme to make it easier to identify and track coverage.

What Students Will Learn

Learning Goals

  1. Develop a comprehensive understanding of vocational preparation and the transition from school to the world of work.
  2. Acquire practical skills for career planning, including CV writing, interview techniques, and job application processes.
  3. Cultivate enterprising qualities and teamwork skills through collaborative projects and enterprise activities.
  4. Gain insight into local employment, economic activities, and community organisations through research and engagement.
  5. Enhance reflective and analytical abilities by evaluating personal experiences and integrating learning across subjects.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify and describe key local employment sources, social services, and economic activities in the community.
  2. Prepare and format a professional CV and application form using word-processing tools.
  3. Demonstrate effective interview techniques through simulated job interviews and peer feedback.
  4. Analyse personal aptitudes and career pathways, producing a detailed career investigation report.
  5. Plan and evaluate a work placement or enterprise activity, presenting a reflective report linking to relevant subjects.

What You'll Need

Student Devices

Students will need one of these devices. Students can share in groups of 2-3 if necessary.

Chromebook/Laptop/PC
Chromebook/Laptop/PC

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