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Care – Community & Health Services Level 5

Course Code SCH

NFQ Level 5

Duration 1 Year

Award QQI Level 5 Certificate in Community Health Services

OVERVIEW COURSE CONTENT PROGRESSION

An introduction to Social Care including social studies, psychology, and work experience with people with a range of disabilities.

A 1-year introduction to Social Care including social studies, psychology, and work experience with people with a range of disabilities.

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Overview

This course will provide you with an introduction to the area of social care which will enable you to achieve both the practical and academic skills necessary for further study and future employment.

Work experience is an integral part of the course. This takes place in early January, for a four-week period, in a range of caring situations, such as working with people with learning difficulties; people who experience mental health issues; people with a physical disability or working with disadvantaged youth.

Course Content

Psychology
Word Processing
Work Experience
Human Growth and Development
Communications
Care Provision and Practice
Equality and Disability Social Studies
Intercultural Studies

Entry Requirements

Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a merit in Leaving Certificate Applied, or a relevant QQI level 4 Certificate. The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+). All applicants are required to bring two written references to interview.

Progression

Graduates with a merit profile may apply for entry to the Advanced Certificate in Social Care Studies Level 6, (SVC) in BCFE.
Graduates of this course may also apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to higher and advanced certificate and degree programmes at national Institutes of Technology, Technological Universities and Universities (applicants should confirm linked awards and eligibility requirements with the relevant Higher Education Institution).