Course Summary
The overall aim of the Master of Arts in Advanced Social Care Practice is to facilitate the professional and intellectual development of the student and her/his capacity to critically evaluate, analyse and synthesise information and to engage in further research into emerging issues in Social Care.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should hold an honours degree (Level 8) in Social Care. Applicants with an honours degree (Level 8) in a cognate discipline may complete a Minor Award in a single module.
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Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
Career Progression
The future of social care focuses on promoting high standards of: professional conduct, education, training and standards of proficiency, as outlined by CORU. In line with this, the MA in Advanced Social Care Practice will help professionals to develop their skills and competencies in providing the relevant supports and care to those within the social care sector. It aims to support the Continuing Professional Development (CPD), knowledge and skills of Social Care Workers through the pedagogies of Continued Professional Education (CPE).
Career Prospects
Graduates of the programme can reasonably expect to rise to advanced positions within the social care sector and to be in a position to consider a more diverse range of career opportunities. Graduates of this course may be eligible to pursue further postgraduate training and research leading to a PhD (NFQ Level 10) qualification.