Social Studies

Course details

The Social Studies programme in the context of Early Childhood Care & Education will introduce learners to a socially scientific area of study. The programme will be of interest to learners keen to work within areas of social care, early years education, human resources, counseling and management/leadership roles.

Programme Aim:

At the end of the course the learner will be:

• To develop and understanding of sociological theory, civic competence and the importance of its promotion.
• To enhance their literacy skills in conducting both primary and secondary research while also developing referencing skills
• To understand equality and diversity in the context of gender and cultural discrimination , science technology, society power, authority and governance
• To understand the role of the family and its social unit

Entry Requirement

Minimum of Level 4 certificate standard of education. Strong interest in the provision of quality care for children, Competency in written and spoken english