| Course Name |
Health & Social Studies - Pre-University |
| Course Provider |
Monaghan Institute |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Cavan & Monaghan ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
PU05 5M2181 |
| 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 |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Monaghan Town |
| Course Content |
Expand+The programme is designed for student wishing to study Health & Social Studies disciplines at University. It will introduce students to the area of sociology, psychology and related fields. The programme will enable learners to progress to further st...
Hide-The programme is designed for student wishing to study Health & Social Studies disciplines at University. It will introduce students to the area of sociology, psychology and related fields. The programme will enable learners to progress to further studies in social studies, psychology and sociology, arts and youth work.
What Will I Study?
Pre-University Health & Social Studies introduces the theory and practice of social studies and social care, to encourage students 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.
Learners will explore human growth and development and look at intercultural concepts such as diversity, racism and interdependence in our diverse and rapidly changing society. The programme is designed to facilitate learners to progress to University with a thorough insight of social behaviour and related disciplines.
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| FET Code |
5M2181 - Applied Social Studies |
| Duration |
One Year - Full Time Study. |
| Comment |
Qualifications Obtained
5M2181 QQI Level 5 Applied Social Studies |
| Course Fee |
Government Levy €200.00
QQI Exam Fee € 50.00
Booking Deposit € 50.00
Capitation Fee €130.00
First Aid Responder €190.00 TBC
There will be additional fees for Handling and Lifting
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| Financial Support |
Full-time learners may be eligible to apply for a Further Education grant, which is means tested. For more information and advice contact your local Education and Training Board (ETB) or visit www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie where applications can be made online.
Further Information
For more information, please contact Denise McKenna, VTOS Admin Officer on denisemckenna@monaghaninstitute.ie
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| Application Weblink |
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| Subjects Taught |
Students will complete core health & social studies subjects including:
Social Studies
Young People and Society
Human Growth & Development
Psychology
Intercultural Studies
Communications
Common subjects such as Word Processing, Safety and Health at Work and Work Experience may also be included. |
| Entry Requirements |
Leaving Certificate with five O6 (or five passes pre 2017) grades or Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent. If you are a mature student these requirements need not apply and applications may be considered based on a proven interest/voluntary experience in community work. Entry may be subject to interview and depends on satisfactory completion of an induction programme and Garda Vetting. |
| Assessment Method |
You will be assessed on the basis of:
• Assignments
• Project Work
• Examinations |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Degree Progression?
There are many degree options available from this course, including:
NUIG Applied Social Sciences 8
NUIM Community and Youth Work 8
Athlone IT Social Care Practice 8
ITB Applied Social Studies in Social Care 8
UL Psych...
Hide-Degree Progression?
There are many degree options available from this course, including:
NUIG Applied Social Sciences 8
NUIM Community and Youth Work 8
Athlone IT Social Care Practice 8
ITB Applied Social Studies in Social Care 8
UL Psychology and Sociology 8
DCU Health and Society 8
NUIG Arts (Child, Youth and Family) 8
NUIG Arts (Joint Honours) 8
NUIM Arts 8
Career Prospects
Progress to a degree where you can pursue a career in:
Social Work
Sociology
Psychology
Youth and Community Work
Advice Work
Counselling
Education & Welfare
Respite Services
Residential Care.
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| Further Enquiries |
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 |
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