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    Programme Title  Bachelor of Science in Health and Social Studies
    CAO Code  LY917
    LYIT internal code  
    Duration  3 Years
    Standard Code Places:  16
    Mature Applicants Places:  1
    Foundation Places:  2
    FETAC Places:  1 (FETAC quota considered on round zero only)
    National Framework Level  7
    Award Type  Major
    Awarding Body  LYIT, under Delegated Authority from HETAC
    Is this Programme for Me?
    The degree in Health and Social Studies is a programme for those interested in a career in this rapidly expanding area. It brings together the disciplines of healthcare and social sciences. The course investigates the multiplicity of factors, social, biological, psychological and cultural that impact on health outcomes and social policy in Ireland.
    Minimum Academic Entry Requirements
    Grade D3 or higher in at least five ordinary level subjects at Leaving Certificate, including Maths and either Irish or English, or an equivalent qualification.
    • FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Community Care (DCHCC) including Distinction in at least 3 of the following: Care Provision & Practice (D20003), Human Growth & Development (D20032), Safety & Health at work (D20165), Communications (G20001) or Healthcare Support Certificate (DHSXX), including Distinction in at least 3 of the following: Care Skills (D20163), Care Support (D20164), Safety & Health at Work (D20165) and Communications (G20001).
    • Applicants presenting non-Irish exams as a basis for entry, please check the IOTCEF listing to search for the entry relevant to your country
    • Applicants who are interested in taking selected modules only from this programme and/or those interested in studying this programme in a part-time mode, click Part-time Study
    N.B. Garda Clearance
    Offer of places on this programme is subject to Garda Clearance. The Institute will apply a similar process to that of other programmes requiring Garda Clearance.
    What will I have to study?
    Year/SemesterProposed ModulesMandatory/
    Elective    		No of creditsClass hours per week
     1/1  Human Physiology & Health 1 Mandatory  5  5
     Introduction to Social And Behavioural Sciences Mandatory  5  5
     Learning to Learn 1 Mandatory  5  6
     Social Policy Mandatory  5  6
     Origins & Sources of Social Regulation Mandatory  5  3
     Work Placement 1 Mandatory  5  30
     1/2  Human Physiology & Health 2 Mandatory  5  5
     Sociology And Lifespan Psychology Mandatory  5  5
     Learning to Learn 2 Mandatory  5  6
     Disability Awareness Mandatory  5  4
     Concepts of Physical & Sensory Disability Mandatory  5  4
     Work Placement 2 Mandatory  5  30
     2/3  Primary Health Care Mandatory  5  5
     Individual Differences, Sociology & Law 1 Mandatory  5  5
     Ethics in Health & Social Care Mandatory  5  4
     Abnormal Psychology Mandatory  5  5
     Professional Studies 1 Mandatory  5  4
     Work Placement 3 Mandatory  5  30
     2/4  Emergency First Aid & Personal Safety Mandatory  5  5
     Individual Differences, Sociology & Law 2 Mandatory  5  5
     Sociology of Modern Ireland Mandatory  5  4
     Interpersonal Skills in Health & Social Studies Mandatory  5  5
     Recreational Activities in Health & Social Care Mandatory  5  4
     Work Placement 4 Mandatory  5  30
     3/5  Children & Family Studies Mandatory  5  4
     Professional Studies 2 Mandatory  5  5
     Social & Community Studies Mandatory  5  3
     Applied Research Methods Mandatory  5  4
     Family & the Law Mandatory  5  3
     Work Placement 5 Mandatory  5  30
     3/6  Healthcare Management Mandatory  5  4
     Issues in European Social Policy Mandatory  5  3
     Autism Spectrum Disorders Mandatory  5  4
     Counselling Skills Mandatory  5  6
     Developmental Psychology Mandatory  5  4
     Work Placement 6 Mandatory  5  30
    Learning Outcomes
    Learning outcomes of this programme include the following. The graduate will be able to:
    • Discuss the implications of legislation relevant to the provision of health and social care
    • Practice safely across the spectrum of legislation and guidelines outlined in the Health and Social Care Professionals Act (2005)
    • Promote educational development, health and well-being in clients for whom they provide care
    • Function as an independent practitioner accountable for their practice
    • Evaluate the environmental factors which affect the health of vulnerable/marginalized groups in society
    • Critically appraise the ethical issues required to deliver safe and effective professional practice
    • Identify the health related needs of a wide range of client groups in order to devise, develop and implement an effective health and social care programme
    Work Placement
    The work placement module in each semester is an integral part of the course. It will provide the learner with exposure to the Healthcare and Social setting for the purpose of acquiring skills to meet the holistic needs of a range of client groups. It will also allow for the learner to reflect on his/her practice.
    Are there follow-up Programmes Available?
    On successful completion of this programme it is anticipated that learners will have the opportunity to continue their studies to a level 8 Bachelor of Science (Hon) in Health and Social Studies.
    Graduates from this programme may also pursue further studies at other Universities in Ireland or abroad. Acceptance on any programme is at the discretion of the college to which the candidate applies.
    Career Opportunities
    On completion of this programme learners will have a wide range of transferable skills applicable to a broad spectrum of areas to include residential childcare, intellectual disability services, respite services, adult services, older people, health promotion, women’s aid and nursing homes.
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