SNA and Social Care
Course Description:
This full-time one-year programme offers an introduction to the theory and practice of Social Studies and Special Needs It aims to increase awareness of the practical
applications of social and psychological theory, while also developing the skills androle of the Special Needs Assistant
Course Details:
- Full Time
- 1 Year, September to May
- Certificate in Health Service Skills QQI Level 5 (5M3782
- Contact: sfitzgerald@loetb.ie
• Special Needs Assisting
• Understanding Special Needs
• Teamworking
• Work Experience
• Family Studies
• Intellectual Disability Studies
• Care Skills
• Understanding Mental Health
• Safety and Health .
Leaving Certificate , QQI Level 4 or equivalent standard of education. All applicants subject to interview and online assessment
This course will take place in the Abbeyleix Road Campus R32 F5T6
€50 Certification Fee. Medical Card holders or those in receipt of a social welfare payment are exempt from this fee
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• MH504 Criminology (Level 8)
South East Technological University (SETU Carlow)
• SE936 Physiology and Health
Science (Level 8)
Technological University Dublin (TUD)
• TU654 Pharmacy Technician
Studies (Level 6)
Technological University of the Shannon (TUS)
• US782 Applied Social Studies in Social Care, (Level 7) (Athlone)
St Patrick’s College Carlow
• PC404 – Applied Social Studies – Professional Social Care (Level 7)
Galway University
• GY110 -Children and Youth Studies (Level 8 )
Although many graduates of this programme progress onto further study, there are some entry-level roles that graduates may be considered for. These include Junior Support Worker or Programme Assistant positions inservices for marginalised groups. These entry level positions may require previous relevant work or volunteering experience.