Overview of Leaving Certificate Applied Programme
Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA) is a distinct 2-year programme designed to prepare students for adult life and the workforce. It offers a practical-based approach with continuous assessment, catering to students who excel in practical subjects and those not suited for the traditional Leaving Cert. The program emphasizes achievement, excellence, and vocational skills development, providing a pathway to further education and employment.
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Leaving Certificate Applied A 2 year programme 4 sessions , 2 sessions each year 1
Leaving Cert Applied What is LCA? It is a distinct, Leaving Certificate programme aimed at preparing students for adult and working life. It is marked differently to the traditional Leaving Certificate established programme but it is still a gateway to third level education. It emphasises forms of achievement and excellence which the established Leaving Certificate has not recognised in the past. 2
Leaving Cert Applied Students who excel more in practical based Who would benefit from Leaving Cert Applied? subjects Students who would benefit from continuous assessment Students who are not catered for by the Leaving 3 Cert Established
Some of the differences Smaller class size Teaching methodologies Work experience Subjects and the course content Assessment 4
3 Elements of Leaving Certificate Applied Vocational Preparation and Guidance (includes work experience) English and Communications * Vocational Preparation Mathematical Applications * Information Technology Agriculture and horticulture * Hotel, Catering and Tourism * Arts Education Social Education * Leisure and Recreation (P.E) Religion Languages (Irish and Modern foreign language ) * Vocational Education General Education 5
Leaving Certificate Applied Assessment 3 Types Certificate awarded at three levels Satisfactory completion of modules (90% attendance) 62 credits 31% Pass 120-139 credits Merit 140-169 credits Distinction 170-200 credits 7 Student Tasks 70 credits 35% 7 Final examinations 68 credits 34% 6
Leaving Cert Applied To summarise the LCA Programme More practical based Leaving Cert Programme Continuous Assessment - 34% based on written examinations Student centred - promotes and develops students' talents Boosts students' self - esteem Helps students choose career paths Skill Based - develops skills that are essential for working Promotes skills for gaining employment after school - interview skills, work experience, IT skills 7 Learning for Life
