Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This program develops the core skills and knowledge to practice safely in caring for people with a range of social care needs. It introduces you to the area of social care in a variety of settings, with an emphasis on empathy and understanding when working with people in a variety of care environments.
This course is designed to develop an understanding of the concepts within psychology and the core skills and knowledge necessary to practice safely in caring for people with a range of social care needs. Learn how to work with people in a variety of care environments and develop empathy and understanding in social care.
Certification
QQI Level 5 Applied Social Studies – Code 5M2181
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Core Modules
Human Growth & Development
Communications
Social Studies
Intercultural Studies
Psychology
Young People and Society
Research & Study Skills
Personal & Professional Development
Modules offered may be subject to change due to resource demands.
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
This course results in a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.
To view CAO courses to which this award provides a direct progression route, click below:
QQI Code
To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
Further Research
National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)
The following data provides general information about this Award from colleges across Ireland.
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Career Progression
These positions provide an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience and make a meaningful impact on people’s lives. The knowledge and skills you acquire in our programme can help you make a real difference in people’s lives and open up a range of career opportunities.