QQI MAJOR AWARD Social and Vocational Integration 6M2218

DESCRIPTION

This course will enable learners to build on skills and confidence developed in related courses at level 5, for example Psychology, Social Studies, Special Needs Assistance or Early Learning and Care. It exposes learners to more advanced concepts in the social care of others including person centred planning which is key to new social care strategies. This will also build further capacity in learners who do not yet feel ready to make the progression to Higher Education but have this as a goal.

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

A major award at Level 5 in a related area of social community or child care. A good level of English will be required to be successful in this course. Please contact the college for further details.

Garda vetting will be organised by the college as needed.

EDUCATIONAL PROGRESSION

Progression to higher education for learners under 23 is generally managed via the QQI routes linked to CAO. Mature students may choose to progress to a range of level 7 and 8 courses. Routes to advanced entry may exist, depending on the course of interest.

EMPLOYMENT

Employment may be sought in a range of junior social care settings or in roles such as Special Needs Assistance.

MODULES

(selection of modules may be subject to minor changes)

• Rehabilitation Practice - 6N2196

• Disability Awareness - 6N1975

• Person Centered Planning 6N2206

• Mental Health Awareness 6N2209

• Boundary Management 6N2207

• Special Needs Assisting 6N1957

• Inclusive Education Practice 6N2226

• Work Experience - 6N2007

• Communications 6N1950

ADDITIONAL SKILLS OFFERED

• Suicide prevention training

• First aid (optional)

• Child protection training

COSTS

Registration Fee - €50

This is the total course charge for this college year.

Registration fee is non refundable, and secures course place.