Course description
The Master of Arts in Adult Learning and Development is intended to give trainers and educators working with adults the opportunity to:
• Extend and deepen their knowledge and understanding of theories underlying adult learning, training, education and development;
• Apply critical analysis and problem solving skills in the development of new knowledge and practice to the field of adult learning, training, education and development;
• Contribute to the debate on the role of lifelong learning in the context of international experience, government priorities and in the framework of personal and professional development.
NB: Participants have an exit option on successful completion of 60 ECTS. In such cases participants will be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma in Adult Learning and Development (Level 9 NFQ).
Further Education and PLCs (Post Leaving Cert Courses) have become a popular alternative to the CAO system here in Ireland. PLC Courses are validated by QQI (Quality & Qualifications Ireland) at levels 5 & 6 of the NFQ and offer a valid and valuable route into the workforce whilst also offering the option to continue with further study or proceed on to third level. 
Continuous Professional Development (CPD) helps to keep skills and knowledge up to date and ensures the standard of registrations and qualifications are maintained. CPD can also enhance career opportunities helping skilled workers to build credibility and confidence by continuing to achieve educationally..