Expand+Applied Social Studies will introduce you to the theory and practice of the key areas of social studies and social care. This is the ideal starting point if you wish to progress to further studies or gain employment in a variety of community, health ...

Hide-Applied Social Studies will introduce you to the theory and practice of the key areas of social studies and social care. This is the ideal starting point if you wish to progress to further studies or gain employment in a variety of community, health and educational organisations.

This Course is Designed to
• Enable students explore the theory and practice of the key areas of social studies by addressing a wide range of social issues
• Enable students evaluate the need for care in society and develop an understanding of care provision in the public, private and voluntary sectors
• Develop an awareness of the impact of social exclusion and disadvantage on the lives of individuals and an understanding of the interventions social care has to offer.

Expand+Certification
QQI Level 5 Award in Applied Social Studies (5M2181)

How the course is taught
SCFE has developed a style of teaching to meet the needs of a diverse community of learners.

We make extensive use of advanced multimedia and interne...

Hide-Certification
QQI Level 5 Award in Applied Social Studies (5M2181)

How the course is taught
SCFE has developed a style of teaching to meet the needs of a diverse community of learners.

We make extensive use of advanced multimedia and internet based technologies to bring subject matter to life and to ensure effective learning.

Whenever possible, we use a Learn-by-Doing approach to make the learning experience more realistic and enjoyable.

We provide learning supports that are tailored to the needs of individual learners.

Expand+Course Content
• Social Studies 5N1370
• Psychology 5N0754
• Intercultural Studies 5N0765
• Personal Effectiveness 5N1390
• Work Experience 5N1356
• Legal Practice & Procedures 5N1394
• Health & Safety 5N1794
• Creative Arts 5N1769

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• Social Studies 5N1370
• Psychology 5N0754
• Intercultural Studies 5N0765
• Personal Effectiveness 5N1390
• Work Experience 5N1356
• Legal Practice & Procedures 5N1394
• Health & Safety 5N1794
• Creative Arts 5N1769

Optional Modules

Learners may also have the opportunity to study Maths (5N1833) as an extra module.

How the Course is Taught

SCFE has developed a style of teaching to meet the needs of a diverse community of learners.
• We make extensive use of advanced multimedia and internet based technologies to bring subject matter to life and to ensure effective learning.
• Whenever possible, we use a Learn-by-Doing approach to make the learning experience more realistic and enjoyable.
• We provide learning supports that are tailored to the needs of individual learners.

Expand+Career Opportunities

Students who successfully complete the course may gain employment in a wide variety of organisations such as residential centres, refuge hostels, family support services, educational organisations & community support projects....

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Students who successfully complete the course may gain employment in a wide variety of organisations such as residential centres, refuge hostels, family support services, educational organisations & community support projects.

Progression to Higher Education

Students who successfully complete the course may gain entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme.

Sligo College of Further Education
• 6M3674 Community Development Level 6

SG Institute of Technology Sligo
• SG242 Early Childhood Education Level 8
• SG243 Social Care Practice Level 8

GMIT Galway Mayo Institute of Technology
• GA879 Applied Social Studies – Castlebar Level 7

ALIT Athlone Institute of Technology
• AL860 Social Care Practice Level 8. Minimum 3 distinctions and distinction in 5N1370.

The most up-to-date information on Higher Education Links is located at the CAO website.