This is a two year Social Care QQI Level 6 course which examines the theory and practice of social studies and social care. The wide range of modules offered enables students to gain a critical awareness of the way in which society works and provides the opportunity to investigate contemporary social issues and problems. Modules encompass a mix of psychology, sociology and practice-based subjects.
Learners are also enabled to improve their communication skills, self-awareness, critical reflection and interpersonal skills, all of which are central to working in social care. Students will engage in supervised work experience over the two years which provides practical knowledge, skills and competence for the field of social care.
| Course Location | Coolock, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 17 |
| Course Category | Humanities & Social Sciences |
| Course Type | In-house Training |
| Course Qualification | Level 6 Advanced Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | Social Care |
| Course Duration | 2 Years |
| Course Time | 2 Years |
| Course Fee | Year 1: €320 Year 2: €300 |
| Entry Requirements | This is an advanced course open to students who hold a full QQI Level 5 Award in Applied Social Studies or its equivalent. |
| Career Path | Social Care involves working with marginalised or disadvantaged people in a caring, compassionate way. There are a wide range of career options in social care including: Youth and community work, working with young offenders, the probation service, working with disadvantaged children , working with the physically or intellectually disabled, the homeless, the elderly, people with drug/alcohol dependency, asylum seekers/refugees etc. |
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