Course description
This health and social studies course enables learners to advance their qualification in the social and caring services sectors. The course will assist graduates to advance their skills base and deepen understanding on a range of mental health issues, disability, community development and health promotion.
This course will enhance both employment and further studies opportunities in a range of specialist degree courses.
Course Content
- Disability Awareness
- Community Development Practice
- Mental Health Awareness
- Person Centred Planning
- Rehabilitation Practice
- Team Leadership
- Work Experience
- Learning Difficulty Awareness
- Health Promotion
Certification
QQI level 6 Certificate in Social and Vocational Integration. Course Code – 6M2218.
Entry Requirements
QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support, Nursing Studies, Applied Social Studies or other Level 5 Health Care related awards.
Progression Options
Graduates will have the competence and knowledge to work independently in social care and community settings. Alternatively, graduates may also progress to a range of related degree courses in Universities and Institutes of Technology
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