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# Pinnacle

Training and Education that leads to industry recognised National Qualifications.

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- [home](https://pinnacletraining.ie/) - We are an approved QQI provider offering academic excellence in delivery, communication, learner support, evaluation and development. Specialising in Special Needs Assistant (SNA) Traing Our professional training offers learners the opportunity to complete awards from Level 3 to Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications in a wide variety of different subjects. The Pinnacle Team are highly qualified, experienced Training professionals with many decades of situational and direct training practice. We also source excellent trainers to help us in the delivery and expansion of our courses and have worked with many of the same trainers over the years. All of our courses are delivered on a step-by-step basis and individual attention is guaranteed for the ultimate personalised educational experience. We deliver training for Individuals, Local Businesses, Government Bodies, Community Employment Schemes, Department of Social Protection, Third Level Institutions and the local community.
- [About](https://pinnacletraining.ie/about-2/) - Learning & Development Specialists, Pinnacle Training was established in 2005 by lifelong learners Paula Smyth & Ann Richardson to provide exceptional education through training. We are a compact, highly successful company that values all learners, of all ages and all capabilities. We are an approved QQI provider offering academic excellence in delivery, communication, learner support,
- [Contact](https://pinnacletraining.ie/contact-us/) - For Information on this or any of our other courses, Contact Paula DIRECT TEL: +353 1 86 75 214paula.smyth@pinnacletraining.ieContact Form [[[["field15","equal_to","Work With us"]],[["show_fields","field19"]],"and"]] 1 Step 1 Nameyour full nameno-icon Addressyour full name Emaila valid emailemail PhoneYour Number Languagepick one!Course required:Special Needs Assistant QQI Level 5 (SNA)Tips and Shortcuts for completing reports, thesis and assignmentsComputer Literacy
- [Funding](https://pinnacletraining.ie/funding/) - Training Support Grant Information Funding applies to the full range of courses & programmes offered by Pinnacle Training up to QQI Level 6.Who can apply for funding?If you a job seeker wishing to participate in any of our Pinnacle Training courses you may be entitled to a Department of Social Welfare ‘Training Support Grant‘ covering
- [Pinnacle Courses](https://pinnacletraining.ie/pinnacle-courses/) - We currently offer the following learning programmes, but can also design bespoke courses and deliver them within Pinnacle Training or onsite in other locationsWe currently offer the following learning programmes, but can also design bespoke courses and deliver them within Pinnacle Training or onsite in other locations Special Needs Assistant QQI Level 5 (SNA) 3-Hour Course: Tips and Shortcuts for completing reports, thesis and assignments Computer Literacy QQI Level 3 Computer Applications QQI Level 4 Advanced Word Processing
- [At Our Core](https://pinnacletraining.ie/at-our-core/) - Our Mission Statement It is our mission to provide high quality, relevant and timely training to businesses and individuals. We strive to deliver person-centred training which empowers our learners and helps them achieve their individual, professional and academic goals. We achieve this by: Working in an open and honest way with our staff and learners
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## Products

- [Computer Applications QQI Level 4](https://pinnacletraining.ie/product/computer-applications-qqi-level-4/) - The aim of this course is to provide learners with an understanding of common computer applications and enable them to develop skills in Database, Spreadsheets and computer graphics. Learns will acquire key administration skills.
- [Word Processing QQI Level 5](https://pinnacletraining.ie/product/word-processing-qqi-level-5/) - This course will give the learner the knowledge and skill to use a word processing application to produce documents to a mailable or publishable standard.
- [Special Needs Assistant (SNA) QQI Level 5](https://pinnacletraining.ie/product/special-needs-assistant/) - The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the practices and principles underpinning the role of the Special Needs Assistant in order to enable the learner to work effectively, under direction, in a special needs assisting capacity. Please note the course must be paid in full 2 weeks before the course starts.
- [Computer Literacy QQI Level 3](https://pinnacletraining.ie/product/computer-literacy-qqi-level-3/) - The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to describe the role of computers in everyday life and to operate a personal computer safely in a supervised environment.
- [Tips and Shortcuts for completing reports, thesis and assignments](https://pinnacletraining.ie/product/tips-and-shortcuts-for-completing-reports-thesis-and-assignments/) - This course is invaluable to learners completing reports, thesis and assignments or any individuals responsible for typing reports, minutes or letters using Microsoft Word. On this course you will learn to format documents using time saving shortcuts, create headers and footers, create a table of contents automatically, create charts and use many other time saving features (e.g. type pt, and the phrase Pinnacle Training will appear).

## Courses

- [Manual Handling](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses/manual-handling/) - Manual HandlingCost:€50Book Your Place | Learn MoreView Funding OptionsTo provide the participant with the proper manual handling techniques when lifting, carrying, loading, pushing and supporting.AwardCertification: Certificate of Attendance valid for 3 years Start Date & DurationDuration: Half Day Start Date: On Request Course Content: Legislation structure of the back including anatomy and physiology Manual handling
- [Computer Literacy QQI Level 3](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses/computer-literacy-qqi-level-3/) - "Gain confidence in using a computer & Learn new computer skills” The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to describe the role of computers in everyday life and to operate a personal computer safely in a supervised environment.
- [Advanced Word Processing QQI Level 5](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses/advanced-word-processing-qqi-level-5/) - This course will give the learner the knowledge and skill to use a word processing application to produce documents to a mailable or publishable standard.
- [Computer Applications QQI Level 4](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses/computer-applications-qqi-level-4/) - Computer ApplicationsQQI Level 4Download Info Pack€225(Deposit €50) 9 Weeks - 1 Morning Class per Week Start Date: Thursday, 10th September 2026 REQUEST A CALL BACKPlease note that funding options are available to view your options click HERE Computer ApplicationsQQI Level 4Download Info Pack€225Deposit €50 9 Weeks - 1 Morning Class per Week Start Date: Thursday,
- [3-Hour Course: Tips and Shortcuts for completing reports, thesis and assignments](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses/tips-and-shortcuts-for-completing-reports-thesis-and-assignments/) - 3-Hour Course: Tips and Shortcuts for completing reports, thesis and assignments€801 Saturday Morning Class Dates subject to demand. Please register your interest using our Contact Form below. BUY | ENROL NOWREQUEST A CALL BACKPlease note that funding options are available to view your options click HERE Course 1.Class DetailsDuration: 1 x 3 hour classes Time:
- [Special Needs Assistant QQI Level 5 (SNA)](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses/special-needs-assistant-qqi-level-5-sna/) - Special Needs Assistant (SNA): Most special needs assistants will work in an educational setting for children with special needs, including primary and secondary school settings.
- [Safety & Health at Work QQI Level 5](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses/safety-health-at-work-qqi-level-5/) - QQI Level 5Cost:€199Book Your Place | Learn MoreView Funding OptionsThis module is designed to provide the learner with the skills and knowledge to promote and maintain safety and health in the working environment. The module should be delivered in the context of the learner’s chosen vocational area.AwardQQI Code: 5N1794 Award Type: Component Award Award Level:
- [Keyboard Skills](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses/keyboard-skills/) - Keyboard SkillsCost:€135Book Your Place | Learn MoreView Funding OptionsCandidates will learn touch typing to improve their speed and accuracy. They will understand the basic elements of a word processing programme, understand to uses of various pieces office equipment, be able to format a document, use spell check etc.AwardCertification: Pinnacle Training will issue a Certificate on
- [Learning Opportunities for Adults with Additional Learning Support Needs](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses/learning-opportunities-for-adults-with-additional-learning-support-needs/) - Learning Opportunities for Adults with Additional Learning Support NeedsBook Your Place | Learn MoreView Funding OptionsPinnacle Training has provided learning opportunities for people with additional learning support needs since 2005. We offer young people and adults the opportunity to learn in an accessible, supportive environment with adequate resources.AwardQQI Code: 3N0881 Award Type: Component Award Award
- [ICDL Workforce](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses/icdl-workforce/) - AwardAward Type: ICDL Certificate Start Date & DurationStart Date: To enquire about this course please call 01 8675214 or email paula.smyth@pinnacletraining.ie ICDL Workforce modules ICDL Workforce is designed to build the digital skills of the modern workplace. These modules will help employees and candidates demonstrate their effective use of technology with skills and knowledge that can be
- [ICDL Professional](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses/icdl-professional/) - AwardAward Type: ICDL Certificate Start Date & DurationStart Date: To enquire about this course please call 01 8675214 or email paula.smyth@pinnacletraining.ie ICDL Professional modules ICDL Professional is designed to meet the needs of modern professionals in a range of sectors and develops an advanced level of skills for those with technology reliant roles. From the use of business
- [ICDL Insights](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses/icdl-insights/) - AwardAward Type: ICDL Certificate Start Date & DurationStart Date: To enquire about this course please call 01 8675214 or email paula.smyth@pinnacletraining.ie Short modules for business managers who are not IT professionals, which provide conceptual understanding of trending and emerging technology Designed to address the requirement for current and future business managers to develop an understanding of trending
- [ICDL Digital Citizen](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses/icdl-digital-citizen/) - ICDL Digital Citizen is designed for complete beginners and is open to everyone regardless of status, education, age, ability or understanding. There are still many people who have never switched on a computer and are only vaguely aware of the Internet and its uses. Many of these people would like to know more about computers and

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## Product categories

- [QQI](https://pinnacletraining.ie/product-category/qqi/)
- [Special Needs Assistant](https://pinnacletraining.ie/product-category/special-needs-assistant/)
- [Tips and Tricks](https://pinnacletraining.ie/product-category/tips-and-tricks/)
- [Computer Literacy](https://pinnacletraining.ie/product-category/computer-literacy/)
- [Word Processing](https://pinnacletraining.ie/product-category/word-processing/)
- [Computer Applications QQI Level 4](https://pinnacletraining.ie/product-category/computer-applications-qqi-level-4/)

## Courses Categories

- [Special Needs Assistant](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses_cat/special-needs-assistant/)
- [Computer Literacy](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses_cat/computer-literacy/)
- [Safety & Health at Work](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses_cat/safety-health-at-work/)
- [Word Processing](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses_cat/word-processing/)
- [Computer Applications](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses_cat/computer-applications/)
- [Keyboard Skills](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses_cat/keyboard-skills/)
- [Manual Handling](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses_cat/manual-handling/)
- [[ICDL] Workforce](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses_cat/icdl-workforce/)
- [[ICDL] Professional](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses_cat/icdl-professional/)
- [[ICDL] Insights](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses_cat/icdl-insights/)
- [[ICDL] Digital Citizen](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses_cat/icdl-digital-citizen/)
- [Intellectual Disability Learning](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses_cat/intellectual-disability-learning/)
- [Tips and Shortcuts](https://pinnacletraining.ie/courses_cat/tips-and-shortcuts/)

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