Applied Social Studies will introduce you to the theory and practice of the key areas of social studies and social care. This is the ideal starting point if you wish to progress to further studies or gain employment in a variety of community, health and educational organisations.
Learners may also have the opportunity to study Maths as an extra module.
SligoCFE has developed a style of teaching to meet the needs of a diverse community of learners.
Students who successfully complete the course may gain entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme.
Students on this course are eligible for the access to Post Primary (APT) programme in St. Angela's / NUIG. A limited number of places on their teaching courses are offered based on QQI PLC results.
Sligo College of Further Education
SG Institute of Technology Sligo
Please note that all QQI Further Education graduates who hold a major Level 5 or Level 6 award are eligible to apply for any IT Sligo programme through the CAO system.
GMIT Galway Mayo Institute of Technology
ALIT Athlone Institute of Technology
The most up-to-date information on Higher Education Links is located at the CAO website.
Click here for details of CAO QQI Requirements Lookup
Student Services Registration Fee: |
€200 |
Deposit: |
€50 |
QQI Examination Fees: |
€50 |
TOTAL |
€300 |
(The following exemption may apply: Medical Card Holders - €50 Exam Fee)
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.
QQI Level 5 Award in Applied Social Studies (5M2181)
This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May.
Phone 071-9145480 or email sligocfe@msletb.ie