Programme Aim
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to work in a social care setting. This 1 year course has been developed for learners who wish to pursue a career in social care services in either the private, public or voluntary sector and or to progress on to higher education or training.
- Work Experience
- Communications
- Rehabilitation Practice
- Boundary Management
- Intellectual Disabilities (QQI Level 5)
- Mental Health Awareness
- Research and Studies Skills
- Person Centred Planning
- Disability Awareness
- Health Promotion
*Subject to change*
- Applicants will be expected to have Leaving Certificate, QQI Level 5 Award or equivalent standard of education.
- Included in the Admission process is an interview followed by an online assessment in Mathematics and English.
- All applicants are subject to an interview.
Students who successfully complete this course may apply to develop their knowledge on further education courses at level 6 and 7.
This course is available Full Time and Part Time
FULL TIME: 5 days a week, over 1 year
PART TIME: 2 – 3 mornings per week, over 2 years
No Fees
Course Dates:
September 2024 - June 2025
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
