| Course Name |
Social Studies - Access |
| Course Provider |
Colaiste Stiofain Naofa CFE |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Cork ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
5M2181 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time |
| Location (Districts) |
Cork City |
| Course Content |
Access to Social Studies is an ideal course for adult learners who are returning to education or would like to broaden their educational experience. This programme provides students with both an academic and practical platform to engage in further study and/or enter employment.
Where possible course features include an emphasis on tutorial-style teaching with regular feedback sessions, the opportunity to experience a broad range of subjects and career guidance. |
| FET Code |
5M2181 - Applied Social Studies |
| Duration |
This is a one-year course. |
| Comment |
Award
QQI- Level 5 Certificate in Applied Social Studies 5M2181 |
| Course Fee |
Student Services: €250
Department of Education & Skills: €200*
QQI exam fees: €50*
Field Trip: €25
Total: €525
* Note: Students with medical cards are exempt from paying the QQI exam fee and the Dept. of Education & Skills fee. |
| Financial Support |
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Further education (PLC) students will be eligible to receive PLC maintenance grants.
For more information on these please visit www.SUSI.ie (Student Universal Support Ireland).
Grants are means tested and if eligible the amount of the...
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Further education (PLC) students will be eligible to receive PLC maintenance grants.
For more information on these please visit www.SUSI.ie (Student Universal Support Ireland).
Grants are means tested and if eligible the amount of the grant is dependent on the distance students travel from their place of residence to the college.
It is advisable for students to apply as early as possible for maintenance grants.
For details of grant applications for the coming year, see: http://corkvec.ie/grants/index.shtml
For further information please see www.studentfinance.ie
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| Interview |
Interviews will take place in May, August and September depending on when you apply. |
| Application Date |
Expand+Applications are invited any time up to the end of August. However, it is advisable to apply before mid-August to ensure places are still available on the course. All applicants' suitability is assessed on the merit of their application forms and by ...
Hide-Applications are invited any time up to the end of August. However, it is advisable to apply before mid-August to ensure places are still available on the course. All applicants' suitability is assessed on the merit of their application forms and by the means of a ten to fifteen minute interview. Interviews will take place in May and September depending on when you apply. All late applicants should check with the College Main Office as quite frequently, we have places still available on some courses in September. Applications can be made using our online application form (see above).
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| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Subjects Taught |
Expand+The following subjects may be offered:
•Psychology 5N0754
This module introduces learners to psychological perspectives, psychology as a science and psychological disorders. It provides learners with the knowledge, skills and capacity to understa...
Hide-The following subjects may be offered:
•Psychology 5N0754
This module introduces learners to psychological perspectives, psychology as a science and psychological disorders. It provides learners with the knowledge, skills and capacity to understand psychological processes.
•Care Provision & Practice 5N2705
This module will equip learners with the knowledge to understand the roles and responsibilities of care workers, the needs of groups requiring care and the interpersonal qualities needed to work in a range of care environments.
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Equality and Disability 5N1273
This module will equip learners with the knowledge, skill and competence to challenge personal and/or organisational behaviour that discriminates against people with disabilities. It will provide learners with an awareness of the importance of equality for people with disabilities in all areas of society.
•Intercultural Studies 5N0765
This module equips the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to explore, reflect and analyse intercultural studies. These could include issues such as diversity, racism, prejudice, conflict, equality and interdependence.
•Legal Practice & Procedures 5N1394
This module facilitates learners in developing a general understanding of the Irish Legal system.
•Social Studies 5N1370
This 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.
•Communications 5N0690
This module facilitates learners to acquire communication skills relevant to vocational and personal development. Learners will explore the use of modern information and communications technology, in personal and vocational life.
•Work Experience 5N1356
This module provides the learner with the personal knowledge, skills and ability to participate in a suitable work placement under supervision for a limited time.
•Word Processing 5N1358
This module equips learners with the necessary skills to use a word processing application to produce a variety of documents.
•Community Arts Practice 5N4709
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to introduce and use arts production techniques in a range of community or youth-work contexts under direction.
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| Entry Requirements |
Leaving Certificate or equivalent. Applications are particularly sought from those with experience in voluntary or community organisations. Mature students without formal qualifications are most welcome to apply. All applicants are interviewed and places are awarded on suitability. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Career Opportunities
Career opportunities exist in the caring professions and in community projects.
Progression Opportunities
390 CAO points can be earned by students on successful completion of this course.
For full details on progressi...
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Career opportunities exist in the caring professions and in community projects.
Progression Opportunities
390 CAO points can be earned by students on successful completion of this course.
For full details on progression opportunities see these links:
Cork Colleges Progression Scheme
QQI Requirements
UCC
•Early Years and Childhood Studies (CK111)
•Social Studies (CK102)
•Arts (CK101)
CIT
•Social Care (CR031)
•Early Years Education (CR620)
Students who wish to use the progression links to further studies will need to attain a certain level of achievement in their QQI award.
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| Further Enquiries |
Phone: +353 21 4961020
info@csn.ie
www.csn.ie |
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