Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Social Care

Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest

If you would like to work in a profession that that works in partnership with and advocates and cares for individuals or groups who require support, social care will be of interest to you. Social care workers are committed to the planning and delivery of quality care and other support services in partnership with individuals and groups with identified needs. As well as protecting and advocating for individuals and groups, social care workers guide, challenge and support those entrusted to their care toward achieving their full potential.The regulatory body, CORU, has approved this course, which offers a wide variety of learning opportunities. Students will acquire the knowledge and skills to support society’s most vulnerable children, young people or adults who for a variety of reasons may require support and assistance. We aim to deliver best practice in our teaching to support students to become competent, confident and professional social care workers. Two practice placements (800 hours) are a central feature of the student’s experience during the three-year course. Practice placement is central to learning because it gives social care students an opportunity to gain real-life experience in their chosen field of study. Students will be supported throughout the placement process and will be allocated placements to meet required CORU proficiencies and the requirements of the course.