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Applied Social Studies in Social Care
This 15 month add on (level 8) is designed for graduates with a level 7 award who wish to further their Applied Social Studies education. This course provides an opportunity for participants to develop knowledge and skill in key areas such as management and is a necessary qualification for those wishing to pursue postgraduate studies.
Delivery
15 months (4 modules per semester), 1 day per week (Wednesday 9am - 5pm)
Qualification
BA (Hons) in Applied Social Studies in Social Care (60 credits, Level 8)
Fee
€190 per 5 credit module
Bursary scheme
€145 per 5 credit module (subject to eligibity)
Further Information
Maebh Savage, msavage@wit.ie
Applied Social Studies in Social Care Course Structure
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Law for Social Care Professionals 1 | Law for Social Care Professionals 2 |
| Introduction to Therapeutic Interventions | Systematic Approaches in a Social Care Practice |
| Social Policy Processes | Comparing Social Policies |
| Social Care Management & Professional Practice 1 | Applied Research Project 1 |
| Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
|---|---|
| Applied Research 2 | |
| Narrative Approaches in Social Care Practice | |
| Utilizing and Applying Therapeutic Interventions | |
| Social Care Management & Professional Practice 2 |
Applied Social Studies in Social Care Entry Requirements
Given there are limited places available on this course applicants must:
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Be aged 23 or over
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Have completed a part-time degree in social care through the Department of Lifelong Learning in WIT or have a level 7 degree in Applied Social Studies in Social Care
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Currently work in a social care setting or have recently (within last 12 months) worked in a social care setting
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Satisfy Waterford Institute of Technology's Garda vetting and Fitness to Practice process
Applied Social Studies in Social Care Careers
There are a wide range of pathways available to graduates. Progression routes for part-time students
are similar to those followed by full-time students, although many of the part-time learners are already
employed throughout these varied settings.
This course provides an opportunity for participants to
develop knowledge and skills in key areas such as management and is a necessary qualification
for those wishing to pursue postgraduate studies either research or taught, at WIT or other third-level
Colleges.
A number of graduates of the part-time degree progressed to set up their own businesses
using innovative models of care. Their work practices reflect a blending of their life experiences, both
personal and professional, and the knowledge gained whilst completing their degree.
Course Leader
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Meabh Savage
Email: MSAVAGE@wit.ie
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