Introduction

There are 4 options that the student may follow in the Diploma in Health and Social Studies. These are;

1. The BTEC National Diploma in Caring (Incorporating the FETAC Certificate in Community Care) - 2 years
2. The BTEC Higher National Diploma in Care Practice (Incorporating the FETAC Certificate in Community Care) - 2 years
3. BTEC Higher National Diploma in Care Management (Incorporating the FETAC Certificate in Community Care) - duration of the programme will depend on prior learning and qualifications
4. Advanced Certificate in Community Development - FETAC Level 6 (Entry requirement FETAC Level 5/BTEC Level 3 or equivalent)

Candidates most likely to benefit from the course will have a keen interest in Social Care. Selection is on the basis of an interview to determine the individual's suitability for the course. Open to mature students

Certification

• FETAC Certificate in Community Care
• BTEC National Diploma in Caring or Higher National Diploma in Care Practice
• First Aid
• TCI (Trauma Crisis Intervention)

The National Diploma in Caring comprises of 16 Units relating to;

• Health and Social Care
• Personal Development
• Vocational Practice

Higher National Diploma in Care Practice

The Higher National Diploma in Care Practice comprises of 16 Units relating to;

• Health and Social Care
• Personal Development
• Vocational Practice

Entry requirements for this course are a good academic standard in the Leaving Certificate or equivalent.

The Higher National Diploma in Care management comprises of 16 Units relating to Health and Social Care

Entry requirements include

• Prior learning and experience in the field of Health and Social Care or Early Childhood Education.
• Interview

Certificate in Nursing Studies

This is a one or two year full time certificate programme designed to equip students with the basic skills and knowledge to progress to further studies or employment in the nursing field Students have the option to complete the course over two years. By doing this they can also obtain a Diploma in Social Studies

Course Coordinator: Bernie Henry

Course Content

Students will undertake mandatory nursing modules including:

• Anatomy and Physiology
• Introduction to Nursing
• Safety and Health at Work

Other Subjects Studies:

• Human Growth and Development
• Care Provision and Practice
• Work Experience
• Health and Social Care
• Communications

Certification

• FETAC Certificate in Nursing Studies
• BTEC National Diploma in Caring or
• Higher National Diploma in Care Practice
• First Aid
• Challenging Behaviour
• Team Building

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