| Course Name |
Social Studies & Psychology - Applied |
| Course Provider |
Monaghan Institute |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Cavan & Monaghan ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
5M2181 CS03 |
| 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 |
| First Aid Response |
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PreHospital Emergency Care Council |
None |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Monaghan Town |
| Course Content |
Expand+Course Overview
The overall aim of the programme is to introduce the learner to the area of sociology and social studies. This course will provide the learner with the opportunity to develop their understanding, awareness, knowledge, research, study...
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The overall aim of the programme is to introduce the learner to the area of sociology and social studies. This course will provide the learner with the opportunity to develop their understanding, awareness, knowledge, research, study skills and competence in Applied Social Studies, so that they may proceed to work in the social care sector or progress to further or higher study.
Is This Course Right For You?
The course is designed to introduce the theory and practice of social studies and social care, to encourage learners to explore and develop their knowledge of social issues, psychology, community care and practice. This course also offers an opportunity to gain an insight into care provision and an understanding of client centred care.
What Will You Study?
The course focuses on a range of subjects relevant to employment in the field of social care. Learners will develop an array of personal and interpersonal skills for work in a variety of community settings. Work experience within social care settings forms an integral part of this course, with emphasis on communication and team working skills. One day per week and a block placement of three weeks is allocated, to enable the learner to gain practical experience in their chosen field.
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| FET Code |
5M2181 - Applied Social Studies |
| Duration |
1 year full-time. |
| Comment |
Qualifications Obtained
5M2181 QQI Level 5 Applied Social Studies
Patient Safer Moving and Handling
FAR (First Aid Response) Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council |
| Link to Course Fee |
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| Course Fee |
QQI Exam Fee € 50.00
Administration Fee € 50.00
Capitation Fee €130.00
First Aid Responder €190.00
There will be additional fees for Handling and Lifting |
| Financial Support |
Full-time learners may be eligible to apply for PLC maintenance grants, which are means tested. For further details, visit www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie where applications can be made online or downloaded. |
| Application Date |
Expand+You can apply online now. Applications close in October each year and reopen for the next academic year in January.
Monaghan Institute operates a policy of selection and admission of learners that is, at all stages and in all ways, equitable, tran...
Hide-You can apply online now. Applications close in October each year and reopen for the next academic year in January.
Monaghan Institute operates a policy of selection and admission of learners that is, at all stages and in all ways, equitable, transparent and accountable and respects the rights and dignity of applicants. The process for gaining access to full time courses at Monaghan Institute consists of several sequential stages:
Application
Interview (where applicable)
Selection and notification
Registration
Induction (where applicable)
Garda Vetting (where applicable)
Monaghan Institute operates under the CMETB FET Admissions Policy, which is available on our Policies page.
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| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Subjects Taught |
Areas of study to include:
Social Studies
Young People and Society
Human Growth & Development
Psychology
Intercultural Studies
Safety & Health at Work
Word Processing
Communications
Work Experience
Additional
Elder Abuse Training
FAR (First Aid Response)
Patient Safer Moving and Handling |
| Entry Requirements |
Leaving Certificate with five O6 grades (or five passes pre 2017) or equivalent is the standard entry requirement for Level 5 courses. Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Award are also acceptable on the majority of Level 5 courses.
Some courses have subject specific requirements and these will be noted on relevant course pages.
A QQI Level 5 award or equivalent in a relevant subject area is the standard entry requirement for Level 6 Advanced Certificate courses. |
| Assessment Method |
You will be assessed on the basis of:
• Assignments/Project Work
• Practical Skills Tests
• Examinations |
| QQI FET Links to CAO Courses |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Career Prospects
Applied Social Studies graduates find employment in diverse fields. Here are some of the most popular career destinations you could progress to:
Social Care Work
Youth and Community Work
Advice Work
Counselling
Education & We...
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Applied Social Studies graduates find employment in diverse fields. Here are some of the most popular career destinations you could progress to:
Social Care Work
Youth and Community Work
Advice Work
Counselling
Education & Welfare Officer
Women’s Aid
Family Support
Residential Care
MI Progression
Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Social & Vocational Integration
Degree Progression
There are many degree options available from this course, including:
College Course Area Level
IT Sligo Social Care Practice 8
UCC Social Science (Youth & Community work) 8
DCU Health & Society 8
TU Dublin Social Care 8
AIT Social Care Practice 8
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| Further Enquiries |
For more information on this course, please contact the college office info@monaghaninstitute.ie
Monaghan Institute Education Campus,
Armagh Road,
Monaghan
Tel. 047-84900
E-mail: info@monaghaninstitute.ie
Visit our Website on www.monaghaninstitute.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |