Applied Social Studies Track 2 - Young Adults

This is a broad academic introduction to social studies and social care. As an access programme this course caters particularly for those who wish to progress to Higher Education or further professional training.

Course Open

Course Number

12

Duration

1 Year full-time

Certification

FETAC Level 5 Community & Health Services DCHSX

Entry

General College Requirements

Employment

Care Workers employed in the Statutory and Voluntary Sector with progression

Number of places available

Twenty Two

Principal Areas of Study

• Political Studies 
• Social Studies 
• Human Growth and Development 
• Criminology 
• Addiction Studies 
• Team Working 
• Work Experience 
• Safety and Health at Work 
• Communications/Study Skills 
• First Aid

Features of the course

• Work Placement: Three weeks block-placement
• Skills in social studies research methods developed through structured assignments
• A theoretical approach to social studies complemented by practical experience
• Can include meeting experienced people working in the social care services (rehabilitation.community education etc)
• Study support – workshops in study skills
• Career Guidance and Counselling
• Garda vetting for work experience
  

Progression

Higher Education

Professional Training: e.g. An Garda Síochána