Applied Social Studies (QQI Level 5)
Certificate in Applied Social Studies (QQI Level 5)
Programme Aim
This programme is designed to enable the learner to develop the knowledge and skills relevant for careers in Youth, Community Care, Pastoral Care and will give you the learner the basic understanding of the field of Psychology and Addiction Studies.
Entry Requirements
- Leaving Certificate or General Learning QQI Level 4
- English Language requirement of a B2.2 standard (where English is not your first language)
- QQI Level 4 Basic Computer Skills
- Satisfactory outcome of Garda Vetting
- Aged 18 years old (minimum) on entry
- Work placement hours are mandatory in a relevant social care setting
- Two Character References are necessary
Course Content*
| Title | Award | Awarding Body |
|---|---|---|
| Human Grwoth and Development | Level 5 | QQI |
| Community Addiction Studies | Level 5 | QQI |
| Equality and Disability Studies | Level 5 | QQI |
| Work Experience | Level 5 | QQI |
| Communications | Level 5 | QQI |
| Research Skills | Level 5 | QQI |
| Intercultural Studies | Level 5 | QQI |
| Social Studies | Level 5 | QQI |
| Psychology | Level 5 | QQI |
*Subject to change*
Course Duration
This is a 1 year full time PLC course
Progression
On succesful completion of this course graduates can apply for progression from within the Centre onto to the Social and Vocational Integration Major Award at QQI Level 6 – 6M2218
Career Opportunities
This area of study will enhance the learners career opportunities in Youth, Community Care and Pastoral Care including basic knowledge of Psycholgy and Addiction Studies.
FEE
This course is offered free to learners.
*Course completion is reliant on Garda Vetting Process.
*Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board reserves the right to refuse course admission and/or completion.
Qualifications
Certificate in Applied Social Studies (QQI Level 5)
Venue
Portarlington FETC
Bracklone Street
Portarlington
County Laois
Start Date September 2022
End Date June 2023
Facilities
- Study Room
- Free Parking
- Disabled Parking
- Canteen
Contact
Margaret Morrin
Email:
mmorrin@loetb.ie
Phone
(057) 8623161
Follow Us
Centre Opening Times
Monday
9:00 AM
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3:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM
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3:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM
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3:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM
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3:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM
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1:00 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
* Bank Holidays and Public Holidays – Closed
Location
Testimonials
Read what our past students have to say about their experience with Portarlington Further Education and Training Centre
“I found the course useful and interesting. Teachers were very helpful and
understanding as most of us were going back to education after many years of
not studying.
After successfully completing the first year of course I was lucky enough to get work experience, as an Accounts Assistant.”
After successfully completing the first year of course I was lucky enough to get work experience, as an Accounts Assistant.”
Zane Polaskova (Student)
Accounts Assistant
“The decision to return to education was one of the best choices I made, the
thought seemed daunting at the start but I soon settled in. All of the tutors were
very helpful and the students gave each other support, I made some great friends
who will be friends for life. The course I chose was Office Administration, this
course most definitely helped me to secure the job I have today.”
Maeve O'Carroll (Student)
Administrator, Court Services
