Title: Introduction to Community Work 1
Credits: 05 Credits
read more »The aim of the module is to introduce participants to the foundations of community work and some of the basic issues around community work practice.
Title: Political Ideology
Credits: 05 Credits
read more »The aim of this module is to develop the student to develop their knowledge and awareness of politics, tand the various political ideologies and how they impact policy direction. The module also covers the European union as a political system and its impact on Irish policy direction.
Title: Introduction to Homelessness
Credits: 05 Credits
read more »This module introduces learners to the study of homelessness in society and to the principles and practice of supporting people who are experiencing homelessness. The structural context of homelessness is examined. The complex needs of individuals and families experiencing homelessness are identified. Learners will gain knowledge of the network of services to prevent homelessness as well as the use of supportive interventions with individuals and families.
Title: Introduction to working with vulnerable young people
Credits: 05 Credits
read more »This Elective will focus on introducing learners to a range of theories and practices applicable to working with vulnerable young people (0-18).
Title: Applied Research & Writing Skills
Credits: 05 Credits
read more »The aim of this module is to introduce the learner into the academic environment and support the development of the research, writing and information technology skillsets necessary for successful progression in higher education.
Title: Active Citizenship and Volunteering
Credits: 05 Credits
read more »The aim of the module is to introduce the learners to the concepts of volunteerism, active citizenship and community participation in the context of social care.
Title: Interpersonal Communication
Credits: 05 Credits
read more »This module addresses emotional intelligence theory and its relevance to being effective both personally and professionally. Theories of effective communication as they relate to self development and working with groups in a Social and Community setting will be covered.
Title: Introduction to Community Work 2
Credits: 05 Credits
read more »This module will explore the theories of community development and community work. It will familiarise particpants with the values and the principles underlying community work.
Title: Politics in Ireland
Credits: 05 Credits
read more »The aim of this module is to enable the student to develop their knowledge and awareness of politics, the political system and the system of public administration in Ireland. The student will become aware of the key political and public sector programmes and policies relevant to the Community Development Sector and how to influence such developments.
Title: Psychology, identities and the person
Credits: 05 Credits
read more »This module will provide students with specialised knowledge in the area of psychology and the development of the self. It will explore the theoretical underpinnings of six perspectives within psychology and allow students to explore the varied and often contradictory ways in which identities and selves are understood, researched and supported within the discipline of psychology.
Title: Introduction to Sociology
Credits: 05 Credits
read more »An Introduction to Sociology with an emphasis on Life Course Socialisation
Title: Introduction to Creative Studies
Credits: 05 Credits
read more »The purpose of this course is to introduce learners to the concept of using creative studies as a tool for social care. It will predominantly be an experiential course, explaining the benefits of using the creative activities of art, drama, creative play, photography, clay work, film/video, role play, storytelling/narratives, dance, music and mime in social care through practical tutorials. This will invite the learner to partake in a personal journey of creativity, which will also enhance their practical creative skills. This course is also designed to provide an introduction to the theoretical underpinnings of the benefits of using creative arts in social care.
Title: Introduction To Group work
Credits: 05 Credits
read more »This module will introduce students to the fundamentals of social psychology and the role and function of groups in community work contexts. The module has a significant skills development component and requires a minimum of 80% attendance from each pariticiapnt.