Social Care - Psychology
This course gives students the skills necessary to work in the area of Social Care. It also allows progression to further study at Third Level.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full time
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied Programme, QQI Level 4 full major award or equivalent.
Work/life experience may be acceptable for mature students.
Students should be 16 years old or over at the start of the course.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject area and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B1 or higher).
Garda vetting clearance is required for all students taking this course.
Careers / Further progression
Career Options
Students may find employment in the Social Care area or may progress to Third Level courses through the Higher Education Links Scheme.
Third Level Progression
Students have a wide range of options for study at Third Level on successful completion of this course.
This course allows progression to:
UCD: Psychology DN720, Arts DN520, Humanities DN530, Law DN600, Social Sciences DN700, Social Policy and Sociology DN750
Maynooth University: Arts MH101, Social Science MH107, Psychology MH106 and Community and Youthwork MH116.
DCU: Health and Society DC209, Education- Early Childhood Education DC001 and Post Primary Teacher Education- RE and English DC010.
Applied Social Care TU997 in TU Dublin- Tallaght
Social Care TU996 and Early Childhood Education TU995 in TU Dublin- City Centre Campus
Applied Social Studies in Social Care TU991 and Community Development and Youthwork TU992 in TU Dublin- Blanchardstown.
Trinity College Dublin: Deaf Studies TR016.
There are many more opportunities for college progression.
Please contact admin@greenhillscollege.ie with any queries.
Further information
Commences in late Aug/ early September
In response to the cost-of-living crisis, DDLETB have implemented a significant reduction in fees for all domestic (EU, EEA, Stamp 4) students undertaking a PLC course in the 2024-2025 academic year.
The only fee payable for full-time and part-time courses in this academic year is: Non-refundable Deposit €50
All other charges including course-specific fees have been waived for the 2024/2025 academic year.
Non-EEA students: Non-EEA nationals should contact the college for details of entry requirements and fees.
* Fees are subject to change. Check with the College for the latest details on fees.
Funding Schemes
There are several funding schemes available for eligible students, including:-
VTOS (Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme)
BTEI (Back to Education Initiative)
SUSI Grant
Applications are open for 2024/2025 academic year. Application for all courses is online on the www. greenhillscollege.ie website (Application weblink above). Where courses are full, learners may be placed on a waiting list and allocated places as they become available.
Modules:
Social Studies 5N1370
Communications 5N0690
Family Studies 5N4466
Human Growth and Development 5N1279
Intercultural Studies 5N0765
Psychology 5N0754
Safety and Health at Work 5N1794
Work Experience 5N1356
5M4468 - Community Health Services
Certification
NFQ Level 5 award made by QQI 5M4468 Community Health Services
Tel: (01) 450 7779
Email:admin@greenhillscollege.ie
www.greenhillscollege.ie