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Social Studies Applied - Advanced

PLC Post Leaving Cert
6M2218

The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence, to work independently and or take responsibility for the work of others in providing a range of services in a social and vocational rehabilitation context and or to progress to higher education and training.

Award Name Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Major
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 6 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) Major QQI Level 6 NFQ
Location:
Castlebar
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Centre

Duration

This is a one-year full time course and runs from September to May.

Entry Requirements

The learner who has either successfully completed a programme leading to a level 5 QQI Certificate in the social care/disability sector OR
can demonstrate the levels of knowledge, skill and competence associated with NFQ level 5 will be eligible to apply for entry to this programme.

Careers / Further progression

Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to work independently and or take responsibility for the work of others in providing a range of services in a social and vocational rehabilitation context and or to progress to higher education and training.

Employability Statement
The successful completion of the QQI Level 6 award in Social and Vocational Integration will enable applicants to work independently and or take responsibility for the work of others in providing a range of services in a social and vocational rehabilitation context.

QQI FET Links to CAO Courses

Course Web Page

Further information

Course commences 7th September 2026

Mayo College of Further Education & Training is offering no tuition fees for September 2026, which covers exam fees, student consumables, and journals. This includes courses across campuses in Ballina, Castlebar, and Westport, aimed at relieving the cost of living crisis. Some specific courses or materials might still have costs, but tuition is free.

Means tested grants are available from SUSI.
Please visit http://www.susi.ie/ for more information and to make an application.

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Work Experience (6N1946)
Communications (6N1950)
Disability Awareness (6N1975)
Rehabilitation Practice (6N2196)
Person Centred Planning (6N2206)
Assistive Technology (6N2211)
Health Promotion (6N2214)
Mental Health Awareness (6N2209)

6M2218 - Social & Vocational Integration

Phone: 094 9023134
Email: admin@ccfe.ie
or admissions@mayocollege.ie

Location:
Castlebar
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Centre