Disability Studies challenges the way in which disability is understood in our society by developing new research and educational models. This course enables learners to facilitate the inclusion of those often marginalised in society due to disabling conditions. It is a two year diploma program that explores the theoretical approaches that have shaped disability support practices along with the policies and public perceptions that influence social inclusion.
Year 1 – Models of Disability and Support, Perceptions and Portrayals of Disability, Disability and Inclusive Environments, Supporting Inclusion Policy and Legislation.
Year 2 – Disability and Daily Living, Disability and Social Inclusion, Psychology, Disability and Human Rights, Group Research Project.
Entry Requirements: Candidates should be over 21 and hold NFQ 5, Leaving Certificate or an equivalent academic qualification. Those who do not have English as a first language must have an IELTS 6 or equivalent language qualification.
Delivery Style: Semester 1 blended learning. Direct contact lecture groups of 7-10 alternated with virtual classroom sessions.
Method of Assessment: There are no exams. The course is evaluated through a combination of learning journal entries, essays, reviews, presentations and a group research report.
Apply on line through ucc.ie at www.ucc.ie/en/ace-dds/
For Academic Queries and Course Content Queries please contact the Programme Coordinator Helena O Connor: h.oconnor@ucc.ie
| College | College of FET Mulgrave Street Campus Limerick City (formerly LCFE). |
| Course ID | 181790 |
| Course Location | Limerick City, Limerick |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Awarding Body Details | NFQ level 7 – Special Purpose Award |
| Course Duration | 29 Weeks |
| Course Time | Wed 19.00 - 22.00 & occasional Saturdays |
| Course Fee | €1500 per year |
| Course Code | CC037 |
Participant Profile: This course is suitable for those who wish to gain knowledge of the structure and function of the human body and an understanding of the interrelationship between the systems of the body.
Participant Profile: This course may be suitable for those who need to gain a QQI Level 5 in Mathematics for progression purposes in HE colleges in Ireland or the UK.
Participant Profile: The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence, in the models and types of disabilities and the legal and social structures and services in place to accommodate disabilities at national and community level and in the workplace.
Participant Profile: This module is designed to enable learners to gain an in-depth knowledge of a Global Distribution System (GDS ) and relevant travel technology systems to enable them to create Booking Files for airline customers to an advanced level.
