VSWare
Part-time Social Care with Psychology (Level 5)
This course introduces learners to Social Studies and Social Care work. The course provides an academic foundation along with the practical experience necessary for working in the area of Social Care. It is also ideal for those who wish to continue their studies by progressing to Level 6 or higher at Third Level.
Duration
Two years, part-time for the full award. Students will receive a QQI component certificate at the end of the first year.
Modules
Social Studies 5N1370
Human Growth & Development 5N1279
Safety & Health at Work 5N1794
Family Studies 5N4466
Psychology 5N0754
Work Experience 5N1356
Intercultural Studies 5N0765
Communications 5N0690
Certification
NFQ Level 5 award made by QQI Community Health Services 5M4468.
Career Options
Working with a wide range of client groups, from children to elderly in a variety of Social Care settings (including afterschool’s, youth work, day care, residential care, home care, addiction services and other community based services).
Third Level Progression
Examples of progression opportunities include:
- UCD Psychology DN720, Arts DN520, Humanities DN530, Law DN600, Social Sciences DN700, Social Policy and Sociology DN750.
- TU Dublin-Tallaght: Applied Social Care TU997
- TU Dublin- Blanchardstown: Applied Social Studies in Social Care TU991 and Community Development and Youthwork TU992
- TU Dublin- Grangegorman: Social Care TU996 and Early Childhood Education TU995
There are many more opportunities for college progression.
Entry Requirements
- Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied Programme, QQI Level 4 full major award or equivalent.
- Work/life experience may be acceptable for mature students.
- Students should be 16 years old or over at the start of the course.
- Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject area and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
- Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B1 or higher).
- Garda vetting clearance is required for all students taking this course.
Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements should make direct contact with the College to explore their application on an individual basis.
Fees
For details on our fees, please click here.
It’s a very welcoming, relaxed environment that makes learning easy and stress free. All the tutors are amazing to work with and go out of their way to help you. I did a 2 year part-time course. The things that stood out for me were the overall support from the teachers and my class mates. I have worked in a hospital since completing the course.
Leeann Deegan.
As I was returning to education, a Level 5 course was what I needed in order to study at Third Level. Our teachers always gave us great encouragement and helped us throughout the year. I am now studying Applied Social Care in TU Tallaght thanks to this course.
Colette Daly. Progressed to study Applied Social Care in TU Tallaght.
The hours really suited alongside family life. The tutors are in tune with your needs returning to college as a mature student. The tutors take you under their wing and support and encourage you so that you can achieve anything if you are willing to put in the work. I found it was a very safe place. I feel I have grown in confidence in setting goals and achieving them.The courses Greenhills College run will open doors and possibilities you may have doubted yourself doing once before i.e. a University degree. I worked hard to receive a full house of Distinctions. This will open doors for me to gain employment in this sector and further down the road to go to Tallaght Technological University.
Emma Kilgannon
