Social & Community Care
The overall aim of the programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills and competence to work under supervision in a range of Community Health Service settings or to progress to further and / or Higher Education and Training.
| 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 full-time.
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.
Careers / Further progression
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to work under supervision in a range of community health service settings or to progress to further and/or higher education and training.
Further information
Start Date 01/09/2023
End Date 09/05/2024
Mature students are welcome to apply.
Applicants may be eligible for a maintenance grant – further information and applications forms are available on: www.susi.ie
Financial Support
You may qualify for financial support during you course.
BTEA (Back to Education Allowance): if in receipt of a social welfare payment for 6 months prior to the course starting – speak to your local DSP – social welfare office to see if you qualify for BTEA. Medical Card holders, VTOS recipients, SUSI Grant recipients and BTEA recipients all benefit from a reduction in fees.
Our advice is to start your enquiries early to find out about your entitlements to financial support as a student. Some financial supports may also be available for childcare if you qualify under BTEA or VTOS, please as us for more information if this could apply to you.
Apply via link below through FETCHCOURSES.ie
Upon successful completion of this programme, the learner will have many transfer and progression options available to him / her. The learner may be eligible to apply to progress to the next or higher levels of the NFQ with a higher education provider.
Work Experience (5N1356)
Safety & Health at Work (5N1794)
Communications (5N0690)
Care Skills (5N2770)
Human Growth & Development (5N1279)
Studies Intellectual Disability Studies (5N1652)
Person Centred Focus to Disability (5N1728)
Challenging Behaviour (5N1706)
5M4468 - Community Health Services
Certification:
Community Health Services (5M4468) QQI Level 5
Phone: 0505-23931 (Further Education Office – Direct Line)
Contact Colette McMahonon
Tel: 0505 23939 or 087 196 71 29 for more details
or
email: cmcmahon@tipperaryetb.ie