Social, Policy and Family Studies 5M2181
• This one year Social, Policy and Family Studies course will introduce you to the theory and practice of the key areas of social studies, social care and family studies. This is the ideal starting point if you wish to progress to further studies or gain employment in community-based health settings, especially those related to the family. Students will gain an understanding of a broad range of topics including protection of vulnerable people, intercultural studies, and the impacts of policy change in society. This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May.
- Psychology 5N0754
- Family Studies 5N4466
- Intercultural Studies 5N0765
- Social Studies 5N1370
- Communications 5N0690
- Work Experience 5N1356
- Care Support 5N0758
- Political Studies 5N1837
Optional Module: Learners may also have the opportunity to study Maths as an extra module.
QQI Level 5 Award in Applied Social Studies (5M2181)
- Successful completion of QQI Level 5 Award or equivalent
- Pre admission guidance meeting
- Mature applicants welcome
Student Contribution: €175
QQI Exam Fee €50
Please note: Additional charges may apply. Details TBC.
Graduates of this course can apply through the CAO or the Higher Education Links Scheme to pursue higher and advanced certificate or degree programmes at national Institutes of Technology, Technological Universities, and Universities. The number of places available may be limited. Applicants should verify specific linked awards and eligibility criteria with the respective Higher Education Institution.
Career Opportunities include: Students who successfully complete the course may gain employment in a wide variety of organisations such as residential centres, refuge hostels, family support services, educational organisations & community support projects.
3rd Level Progression Examples:
Technological University Shannon (TUS), Athlone
Applied Social Studies in Social Care
Social Care Practice
Early Years Care and Education
Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Sligo
Social Care Practice
Early Childhood Care & Education
University of Galway
BA in Child, Youth and Family: Policy and Practice
BSc in Applied Social Sciences
Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours)
BSc Psychology
For more information on third level progression links, visit:
- CAO - Course Search
- Careers Portal - QQI Graduate Course Finder
Instructional video on using Careers Portal to find a course
If you require further information on progression pathways from this course email: progression.gti@gretb.ie
Full-time registered students of GTI may access a range of adult education courses at a reduced fee.
Students may have the opportunity to apply for an Erasmus+ Placement during the academic year (subject to funding through the Lifelong Learning Programme by Léargas).
GTI reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.
Email geri.flynn@gretb.ie
