Social Care work in a variety of settings
Social Care QQI Level 6
Certification
QQI Level 6 Social and Vocational IntegrationReference
6M2218Places
25Fees
€50This one-year advanced qualification has been developed for people who wish to pursue a career in the voluntary, community and health sectors and this course prepares learners for progression to higher education. The courses offers a comprehensive programme of tuition and work-based education. The work placement must be completed in an appropriate Social Care setting.
Certification
- QQI Level 6 Social and Vocational Integration 6M2218
- First Aid Responder (PHECC)
- Manual Handling
- MAPA Foundation Certificate – (Managing the Risk of Aggressive and Challenging Behaviour in the Workplace) – Accredited by CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute/UK)
Principal areas of study
- Rehabilitation Practice
- Disability Awareness
- Person Centred Planning
- Work Experience
- Mental Health Awareness
- Health Promotion
- Personal and Professional Development
- Leadership Skills
- Care Skills (optional)
(Modules offered may be subject to change)
“I received huge amounts of support and encouragement from all the tutors at Liberties College. I currently work as a programme facilitator in a day service for adults with disabilities whilst completing my Degree in Social Care at night.”
Mairead
FEATURES OF THE COURSE
- Weekly work placement 120 hours in total.
- Work Placements in centres that work with:
- Adults and children with physical and / or intellectual disabilities
- Older people
- People who are homeless
- People with addictions
- Garda vetting for work experience
PROGRESSION
- TU996 L8 Social Care – TU Dublin City Campus
- TU791 L7 Applied Social Studies in Social Care – TU Blanchardstown
- TU997 L8 Applied Social Care – TU Tallaght
- TR084 L8 Social Studies (Social Work) – Trinity College Dublin (mature students only)
EMPLOYMENT
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- General College Entry Requirements
- QQI Level 5 Major Award (or equivalent) in a related area e.g. Health Care Support 5M4339, Community Care 5M2786, Youth Work 5M4732, Applied Social Studies 5M2181, Early Childhood Care and Education 5M2009.
- Applicants are interviewed for this course