| Course Name |
Adult Health & Social Care |
| Course Provider |
Open University in Ireland |
| Course Code |
T23 |
| Course Type |
Open University |
| Qualifications |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Part time, Flexible, Distance, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Dublin City Centre |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Start dates:
Oct 2017 - Registration closes 14/09/2017.
Feb 2018 - Registration closes 11/01/2018. |
| Qualification Letters |
CertHE |
| Duration |
Part time – 2 years
Full time – 1 year
Time limit – 4 years
Study method Distance learning |
| Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Entry Requirements |
There are no formal entry requirements to study this qualification. |
| Course Content |
Expand+If you work in health and social care, use services yourself, or would like to study to find out more about how we support adults in our care system, this certificate is for you. It provides an authoritative overview of the current context of health ...
Hide-If you work in health and social care, use services yourself, or would like to study to find out more about how we support adults in our care system, this certificate is for you. It provides an authoritative overview of the current context of health and social care for adults and older people, using real-life case studies to explore a wide range of fascinating issues and debates.
Key features of the course
• Deepens your knowledge and understanding of health and social care
• Develops practical and employability skills
• Builds a solid foundation for further study.
A nationally recognised qualification in its own right, the certificate of higher education is also equivalent to the first third of an honours degree.
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| Subjects Taught |
This certificate of higher education comprises 120 credits (equivalent to one year's full-time university study).
Stage 1 (120 credits)
Your first module will cover issues around care and caring, including communication, identity and safeguarding. In the second module you’ll study various perspectives in mental health, health and well-being and ageing.
- An introduction to health and social care (K101) 60
- Perspectives in health and social care (K118) 60 |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Skills for career development
The certificate builds sector knowledge, develops practical skills and provides a foundation for further study. It will help you demonstrate your understanding of the relationships between policy and practice, and some ...
Hide-Skills for career development
The certificate builds sector knowledge, develops practical skills and provides a foundation for further study. It will help you demonstrate your understanding of the relationships between policy and practice, and some of the human issues associated with adult health and social care. You’ll also develop a strong set of transferable skills that are highly valued by employers in all sectors, including the ability to:
• draw together, analyse and critically evaluate information
• produce accurate records and make informed decisions
• think logically and propose reasoned solutions
• put together well-judged arguments and question assumptions
• manage time, learn independently and use ICT effectively.
Career relevance
This certificate was developed in consultation with employers in health and social care to ensure that it develops the key skills and knowledge base needed to work in the sector. It also draws on the latest research and the experience of practising professionals.
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| Number of Credits |
120 credits |
| Further Enquiries |
Enquiry and Advice Centre,
The Open University in Ireland,
Holbrook House,
Holles Street,
Dublin 2.
Republic of Ireland
Tel: (01) 678 5399
Fax: (01) 678 5442
Email: ireland@open.ac.uk |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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