Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This course introduces learners to Social Studies and Social Care work. The course provides an academic foundation along with the practical experience necessary for working in the area of Social Care. It is also ideal for those who wish to continue their studies by progressing to Level 6 or higher at Third Level.
Two years, part-time for the full award. Students will receive a QQI component certificate at the end of the first year.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Year 1
Psychology 5N0754
Work Experience 5N1356
Intercultural Studies 5N0765
Communications 5N0690
Year 2
Social Studies 5N1370
Human Growth & Development 5N1279
Safety & Health at Work 5N1794
Family Studies 5N4466
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 |
| 5M4468 |
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
Working with a wide range of client groups, from children to elderly in a variety of Social Care settings (including afterschool’s, youth work, day care, residential care, home care, addiction services and other community based services).