Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice

Throughout this honours degree, students develop their critical thinking skills, have a greater understanding of human interaction and how to respond professionally and informally to the needs of people who use support services.

Professional practice placement is integral to this programme, where students complete two 13-week blocks in professional social care practice settings. 

Key Skills Students Acquire

• A mixture of practical, theory and work placement equips students with the skills employers want.

• A thorough understanding of critical social sciences such as sociology, law, psychology, and social policy

• Creativity and communication

• Ability to apply ethical and legal principles to complex situations

• Ability to reflect on their knowledge and understanding

• Research and analysis

• Professional practice

Provider Locations and Structure:

Year 1 based in:

Cavan Institute, Cathedral Road, Cavan 

Year 2, 3 & 4 based in:

Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Sligo Campus, Ash Lane, Sligo

Additional Information:

Placement Information - Year 2

Placements are dispersed all over Ireland and students are allocated to these based on the learning needs and requirements of the programme. Students are expected to commute distances and/or relocate for this learning experience. This is normal and to be expected in professional training programmes.

Entrants to this programme will be required to undergo vetting by An Garda Síochána.

Students on this programme must be Fit to Practice. Guidance on which can be found within the relevant policy. Students will be required to read this policy and acknowledge that they have read and understood this requirement. Certain vaccinations may also be required for work placement.

As an ATU registered student ATU Code of Conduct will apply. All students of ATU are expected to maintain high standards of personal integrity and academic honesty at all times. It is the responsibility of every student to be aware of the policy content contained herein (the Student Code) and to abide by its provisions. These provisions outline expected behavioural standards – both academic and non-academic – required of all students.