Course details
Introduction
This course offers a first step to learners interested in working in their community. It is suitable for individuals who are involved in or who would like to get involved in working in a community development area. It also provides a gateway to higher education.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate with 5 passes or Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent. If you are a mature student these requirements need not apply and applications may be considered based on a proven interest/voluntary experience in community work. Entry may be subject to interview and depends on satisfactory completion of an induction programme and Garda Vetting.
Course Content
- Working with Groups
- Understanding Community Development
- Community Development Practice
- Young People & Society
- Social Studies
- Social Analysis
- Intercultural Studies
- Word Processing
- Communications
- Work Experience
Certification
5M3050 QQI Level 5 Community Development
Course Structure
The course is designed to help participants to integrate the skills of community development and imparts the key concepts and theoretical frameworks of community development work. This enables learners to engage effectively with stakeholders in the community sector. Work experience within a variety of community organisations forms an integral part of the course.
Career Options | Progression
Holders of a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Community Development may progress to further study at Institutes of Technology/Universities through the Higher Education Links Scheme. Alternatively, you may directly enter employment within community organisations.
Evaluation
You will be assessed on the basis of:
- Assignments
- Project Work
- Examinations
Course Location
About Monaghan Inst of FE & Training
There are many routes to a job and career success. Increasingly, further education and training are required. Universities or Institutes of Technology don't suit the needs of all - for some 34,000 Leaving Certificate and mature students, a place on a pLC Course is the preferred option. Courses are open to a wide range of participants including school leavers, adults and second chance learners, social welfare recipients, graduates wishing to re-skill etc
Monaghan Institute offers a wide range of further education and training (FET) courses. Each course is specifically designed for employment - the balance between theoretical and practical study is decided with the job-market firmly in mind. Close links with local employers and the community ensure that the focus of FET course provision is reflective of local needs and current/future skills shortages. The work experience you complete as part of your training keeps both you and staff attuned to the realities of modern business/industry/commerce.
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