STC Mincéirí Community Development – Formerly Waterford Traveller CDP
Programme Aim
The overall aim of the programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to gain the skills necessary to work effectively in a range of community development work settings or to progress to further or higher education and training.
Target Award
QQI Community Development – 5M3050
Start Date: 30-09-2024 Hours/week: 31 Hrs 15 Mins Duration: 42 weeks
NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme.
CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English
Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway
Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Age Requirements
Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+)
Learning Aptitude
Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Professional Development | Personal & Professional Development (5N2985) | QQI |
| Community Development Practice | Community Development Practice (5N0777) | QQI |
| Understanding Community Development | Understanding Community Development (5N1901) | QQI |
| Working With Groups | Working With Groups (5N2707) | QQI |
| Community Arts Context And Practice | Community Arts Context & Practice (5N3026) | QQI |
| Work Experience (Community) | Work Experience (5N1356) | QQI |
| Social Studies 5N1370 | Social Studies (5N1370) | QQI |
| Teamworking 5N1367 | Teamworking (5N1367) | QQI |
| Personal Effectiveness – 5N1390 | Personal Effectiveness (5N1390) | QQI |
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to
work effectively in a range of community development work settings or to progress to further or higher education and training.
Employability Statement
The successful completion of the QQI Major Level 5 Award in Community Development will enable applicants to work effectively in a range of community development work settings, using some initiative and independence while under general direction.