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The Adult Education Service Balbriggan and Swords is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union

Office Skills QQI Level 4 | 4M2070

Course modules

4N1108 Business English
4N2138 Functional Maths
4N1123 Word Processing
4N1867 Reception Skills
4M2070

Applications are open for January 2026! Click the links to apply

Balbriggan

Business English Wednesdays 09:00 – 12:00

Reception Skills Wednesdays 12:15 – 14:45

Word Processing Thursdays 09:30 – 12:00

Swords

Reception Skills Tuesdays 11:45 – 14:15

Word Processing Wednesdays 09:30 – 12:00

Business English Fridays 09:30 – 12:00

Please note, all class times and days can be subject to change

What will I learn?

This course teaches students the reception skills, ICT, and general office skills that are essential for modern office environments.

How is this course taught?

This course is taught in person. Classes take place in the Castlemill Education Centre in Balbriggan, and in Burgundy House in Swords.

When will this course take place?

This course will start in January 2026 and will finish in May 2026. Students will have holidays during the February midterm break and Easter.

Who can apply for this course?

Adults who live in the Fingal area can apply for this course. To ensure that you are offered a place on a course which is at the right level for you and appropriate to your learning needs all applicants are assessed prior to placement on the course. A high level of English language and IT skills are required for the course.

Am I eligible for course funding?

Students on this course are eligible for funding if:

  • they are an early school leaver, or
  • they are receiving a social welfare payment, or
  • they are receiving a carer’s payment, or
  • they have a medical card or G.P. card, or
  • they are signing for credits.

How do I apply?

  • Click the links below to apply online,
  • Call 01 841 7763 (Balbriggan) or 01 840 8946 (Swords) to apply over the phone,
  • Email kevinmccabe@ddletbaes.ie (Balbriggan) or rebeccarudden@ddletbaes.ie (Swords) if you have questions about the application process or would like more course information,
  • Visit our centres to apply in person. Locations can be found below.

Balbriggan

Business English Wednesdays 09:00 – 12:00

Reception Skills Wednesdays 12:15 – 14:45

Word Processing Thursdays 09:30 – 12:00

Swords

Reception Skills Tuesdays 11:45 – 14:15

Word Processing Wednesdays 09:30 – 12:00

Business English Fridays 09:30 – 12:00

Please note, all class times and days can be subject to change

Centre Locations

7 The Plaza, Forster Way, Swords, Co. Dublin, K67 W260

Burgundy House, Forster Way, Swords, Co. Dublin, K67 YC60

Castlemill Education Centre, Balbriggan K32 P237

Sarsfield House, Balbriggan K32 KX82