Social Studies with Special Needs Assisting

Duration

1 year (38 weeks)

Entry Requirements

Education: NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.

Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.

Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.

Careers / Further progression

Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to work under supervision in range of social care settings or to progress to further and or higher education and training.

Employability Statement
On completion of this Programme, applicants may pursue roles within the Health, Family and Social Care sector which may include working as Health Care Support Workers, Carers, Youth Workers or in a broad range of roles in this industry in the public, community and private sectors.

Links to 3rd Level:
Students can apply to a variety of third level programmes in the Social Care and Humanities field, including TUS (Technological University of the Shannon), MU, GMIT, NUI Galway, and IT Carlow.

Career options:
This programme equips the student with the basic skills to work in community agencies such as family resource centres, residential care centres, community, and voluntary organisations.

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