Community & Health Services - Social Care
The purpose of this programme is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence required for employment in a Social Care Setting. It will introduce learners to the area of sociology and social studies and to develop their understanding and awareness of social issues in their own lives and society in general. Learners will develop basic research skills and learn to recognise the complexity of social issues.
Learning Outcomes
This programme will provide the learner with the opportunity to develop their understanding, awareness, knowledge, research and competence in the area of Social Studies so that they may proceed to work in the social care sector or progress to further or higher education.
Further Details
The running of this course is dependent on sufficient application numbers.
Apply early to avoid disappointment.
Please note modules may be subject to change.
All students will be required to complete the necessary documentation in order to satisfy Garda Vetting before they commence on the course.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 Year
Entry Requirements
Education: NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
Further information
Maintenance Grant Scheme (SUSI)
The Department of Education and Skills provides a means-tested maintenance grant for learners attending full-time further education.
Assistance and information regarding eligibility can be accessed through www.studentfinance.ie
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Care Of Older Person (5N2706)
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Human Growth And Development (5N1279)
Social Studies (5N1370)
Intellectual Disability Studies (5N1652)
Understanding Special Needs (5N1709)
5M4468 - Community Health Services
Certification:
QQI Level 5 - Community & Health Services
Contact
Fiona Hynes
00 353 61 416556
centralcollegelimerick@eircom.net
Phone: 061 416556
Email: office@ccllimerick.ie
Web: www.centralcollegelimerick.ie