Community Development with Psychology - Advanced
This course will equip learners (who already hold a FETAC/QQI Level 5 related award or equivalent) with the range of skills and knowledge to implement and deliver community development programmes in a structured and co-ordinated way. It also provides a gateway to further study at Level 7 or Level 8.
| 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 |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Relevant Level 5 QQI Award:
5M2181 Applied Social Studies (MBC)
5M4468 Community Health Services (MBC)
5M4349 Nursing Studies (MBC)
Other Relevant Level 5 Award
All mature students (23+) with relevant work experience are welcome to apply
Careers / Further progression
Possible Progression from this course
Advanced Entry Progression
Students who successfully complete the Level 6 in Community Development with Psychology in MBC are eligible to apply for advanced entry to the second year of many 3rd Level College Courses.
More Progression Options
Progression Routes from Advanced Certificate in Community Development 6M3674 through the Higher Education Links Scheme
Career Opportunities
This course provides the basic platform for finding employment, or as a pathway to further studies. There are a wide range of opportunities in the sector, including:
Family Resource Centres
Community Development Groups
Health Care Voluntary Organisations
Disability Services
Mental Health Services
Further information
Applications are especially welcome from mature students
There are no fees for tuition. However, charges exist to cover the costs of the following items: examination fees, workshops and registration charges by professional bodies. Please contact info@moatebc.com for information on individual course costs.
Students undertaking any full time Further Education course may apply for a means tested PLC maintenance grant. Application forms are available from www.susi.ie
To apply online please click on the "Application Weblink" below.
Course Content
Conflict Management 6N2775
Team Leadership 6N1948
Community Development Theory 6N3668
Community Development Practice 6N3667
Group Work Theory and Practice 6N3669
Community Organisation Management 6N3670
Early Childhood Arts and Culture 6N1936
Psychology 5N0754
Disability Awareness 6N1975
Social Studies 5N1370
Work Experience 6N1946 or Personal and Professional Development 6N1949
Note: Modules may be subject to change
6M3674 - Community Development
QQI Certification
On successful completion of the course, candidates who reach the required standard will receive the following awards:
QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Community Development (6M3674)
Moate Business College,
Lake Road,
Moate, Co Westmeath.
Tel: 090 6481178.
info@moatebc.com
www.moatebusinesscollege.com