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Overview The Applied Social Studies (Professional Social Care) course from Carlow College provides students with the knowledge, practice-learning experience and skills to enable them to function as competent, reflective and accountable workers in the Social Care field.This degree programme is offered on a full-time basis only. Students may complete the first year modules of this programme over a 2 year period to progress to full time study in year two of the degree. Contact Programme Director Dr John McHugh for further information. I want to find another Bachelor Course A balance of theory and practiceWe will work with you as you explore theory and develop your understanding of Social Care practice. You will also gain practical social care skills when working with experienced professionals during the two mandatory 13-week block placements in Year 2 and 3 and this will ensure a balance of theory and practice.What can you expect to learn?The range of subjects including psychology, ethics and communication and creative skills ensure that the knowledge you gain along with the practical skills you develop will provide you the building blocks needed to embark on a rewarding career. Social Care Workers are vital in our increasingly complex society, and you will be part of a valued and important profession.What happens after Year 3?Upon successful completion of Year 3 you will have the option of progressing to the add-on Level 8 (Honours) year. This will broaden the scope of your understanding of social care theory and practice, and further develop your problem solving and analytical skills and now includes an Employability module that focuses on being ‘job-ready’. The award of B.A. (Honours) in Applied Social Studies (Professional Social Care) from Carlow College is widely recognised as producing graduates who are work ready, emotionally mature and capable of taking on leadership roles.Careers and EmploymentThe BA in Applied Social Studies (Professional Social Care) equips students with the knowledge, skills and abilities to work in a variety of social care contexts. There is a growing demand for Carlow College Social Care graduates who are recognised as being prepared to meet the complex needs of children and adults who use Social Care supports and services. Employment opportunities exist in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors in a variety of community-based and residential settings. With the introduction of CORU Registration and Regulation, there will be a requirement for Social Care Workers to be qualified with a minimum level 7 award. Social Care workers typically work with services for:Children in carePeople with disabilitiesMarginalised and Minority groupsAddiction and homelessnessFamily supportOlder People

The Applied Social Studies (Professional Social Care) course from Carlow College is a 3 Year Level 7 Programme (with an option of progression to a Level 8 (Honours) year). This degree enables students to engage with a wide range of topics, social care practice approaches and decision-making processes.

Disciplines

Social WorkSociologyPublic Policy

Requirements

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5

Other Requirements

1successfully completed a second level/high school qualification equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate. Certified copies of all Educational Qualifications to date should be attached to applications; anda minimum score of 6.5 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). If English is not the first language of the applicant, he/she should review the English Language Entry Requirements for Admission to Carlow College, St. Patrick’s and provide the necessary paperwork with a completed application form.

Applied Social Studies (Professional Social Care)