Expand+Intercultural studies 5N0765
This module aims to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to explore, reflect and analyse intercultural issues. These could include issues such as diversity, racism, prejudice, conflict, inclusion, p...

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This module aims to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to explore, reflect and analyse intercultural issues. These could include issues such as diversity, racism, prejudice, conflict, inclusion, participation, equality and interdependence. Learners could also be encouraged to begin reflecting on their own culture and other cultures. It provides learners with an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for active positive participation in a complex, diverse and rapidly changing society.

Young people and Society 5N002
This module aims to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills to understand and reflect on the nature of adolescence, the social situation of young people, the influence of youth culture and sub culture and to acquire knowledge of provision for youth in our society.

Psychology 5N0754
This module aims to introduce learners to psychological perspectives, psychology as a science and psychological disorders. It aims to provide a learner with the knowledge, skills and capacity to understand psychological processes. On completion of this programme module, learners will have a better understanding of psychology.

Communications 5N0690
The purpose of this module is to facilitate learners to acquire communications skills relevant to vocational, personal and interpersonal development and to explore the use of modern information and communications technology (ICT), in personal and vocational life. It enables the learner to take responsibility for his/her own learning

Work Experience 5N1356
The purpose of this module is to provide learners with the personal knowledge, skills and capacity to participate in a suitable work placement under supervision for a limited time. Work experience includes observation of good timekeeping, working independently while under general direction, meeting deadlines, personal presentation, communication, adherence to health, safety and other relevant regulations.

Human Growth and Development 5N1297
The module aims to introduce the learner to human growth and development from infancy to old age. This equips the learner to work effectively in a variety of community/social care settings, where frequent demand is made on the individual to relate to people at various levels of ability.

Social Studies 5N1370
This programme module aims to introduce learners to the area of sociology and social studies and to develop their understanding and awareness of social issues in their own lives and society in general. They will also develop basic research skills and learn to recognise the complexity of social issues.

Care Support 5N0758
This module aims to provide a learner with the personal knowledge, skills and competence to work effectively in a care setting. It aims to promote good practice and respect for diversity in lifestyle, religion and culture in care work. Other areas include the role of the health care team, planning quality care, personal planning and development and relationships with clients, families and team members. Modules may be subject to change

Expand+Career Opportunities
On successful completion of the Level 5 Applied Social Studies Programme, students may seek employment in the field of Community Development or Health and Social Care. They can also apply through the CAO and UCAS for a wide rang...

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On successful completion of the Level 5 Applied Social Studies Programme, students may seek employment in the field of Community Development or Health and Social Care. They can also apply through the CAO and UCAS for a wide range of degree courses.

Possible Progression From this Course

Moate Business College
6M4978: Advanced Certificate in Health Services Supervisory Management Skills(Level 6)
6M3674: Advanced Certificate in Community Development (Level 6)

Athlone Institute of Technology
AL664: Higher Certificate in Arts in Applied Social Studies in Social Care (Level 6)
AL680: BA Honours in Social Care Practice (Level 8)

Waterford Institute of Technology
WD124 Health Promotion (Level 8)
WD192 Social Care Practice (Level 8)

Institute of Technology Sligo
SG243 Social Care Practice (Level 8)
SG435 Health Science and Physiology (Level 7)
GMIT
GA879 Applied Social Studies (Castlebar) (Level 7)

Institute of Technology, Carlow
CW758 Applied Social Studies (Professional Social Care) (Level 8)
CW788 Youth and Community Work (Level 8)
CW717 Applied Social Studies (Professional Social Care) Level 8
CW017 Applied Social Studies (Professional Social Care) – Wexford (Level 7)