Social Studies
FETAC (NCVA) - Level 5
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Leaving Certificate with 5 passe or Leaving Cert Applied. Mature students will be considered based on a proven interest in the caring profession. Entry may be subject to interview/assessment & depends on satisfactory completion of an induction programme & Garda Vetting.
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| Course Content |
| Social Studies |
Safety & Health at Work |
Computer Applications |
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| Care Support |
Human Growth & Development |
Information Technology Skills/Data Entry |
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| Caring for Children 0-6 |
Work Experience |
Communications |
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| Certification |
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| FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 Award (DCHCC) - Further Education & Training Awards Council |
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| First Aid Certificate - Irish Red Cross/ Order of Malta |
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| Duration |
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| One Year - Full Time Study |
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| Course Structure |
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| Work Experience within arange of social care settings forms an integral part of the course. |
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| Career Options/Progression |
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Holders of a FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 Certificate in Community Care may enter employment in social care settings. You may also progress to further study at Institutes of Technology through the Higher Education Links Scheme |
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| Evaluation |
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| You wil be evaluated by examination,practical skills tests, project work and practical First Aid exam |
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