About this Course

This advanced diploma course examines the principles, law and practice in social care and supported housing studies in the United Kingdom. It deals with social issues relating to elderly, people with disabilities, children, those with special housing needs, the homeless and those with other special needs.

This course is taught and assessed at level 4/5 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF)

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, students should be able to:-

Explain the general principles in community and social care
Explain the different care options
Explain the critical legal issues in social care
Develop strategies for specific care issues
Develop and implement strategies for the prevention and Management of homelessness
Lead and manage a care team
Develop social care policy

Target Audience

The course is suitable for anyone who is already working or intending to work in community and social care, nursing, social work, support work, community care work, social housing, social welfare, homelessness support, resettlement, child care or in other related areas.

Course Structure

YEAR 1

Module 1 – Social Care, Disability and Special Needs (15 credits)
Poverty & the philosophy of Housing Management
Those with Mental Illness
Community Care Act & the Philosophy of Care
Child care, Abuse & Protection
Care for the elderly
Domestic Violence & Abuse
Disability: An introduction
Depression and Suicide
Those with Physical Disabilities
HIV and AIDS
Those with Learning Difficulties
HIV and Tuberculosis

Module 2 – Administration of Social Welfare and Benefits (15 credits)
Poverty and Social Welfare
Immigration Rules and Public Funds
Administration and Classification of Welfare Benefits
Various types of Welfare Benefits discussed

Module 3 – Social Care and Supported Housing (15 credits)
Terminal illness & Bereavement
Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Causes, Consequences & Prevention of Homelessness
Ethnic Minorities and Care
The Homeless Mentally Ill
Care and Protection of Animals
Marriage and Divorce
Resurgence of the Slave Trade
Adoption and Foster Care
Customer Care and Quality
Risk Management
Crime and Society
Social Care Policy

Module 4 – Law Relating to Social Care, Supported Housing and Special Needs (15 credits)
English Legal System
Law Relating to Homelessness
Civil and Criminal Liability
Law of Child Protection
Contract Law
Assisted Suicide & Mercy Killing
Agency Law
Abortion
Negligence
Sentencing & Rehabilitation of Offenders
Nuisance
Harassment and Unlawful Eviction
Trespass
Discrimination, Equal Opportunities and Diversity
Occupier’s Liability & Defective Premises
Freedom of Information
Employer’s Liability for Health & Safety
Access to and Disclosure of Medical Records
Law Relating to Standard of Care
Immigration Rules and Public Funds
Right to Self-Determination & Consent to Treatment
European Convention on Human Rights
Legal Aspects of Mental Illness

Module 5 – Management and Economics (15 credits)
Management
Principles of Management
Training and Development
Qualities of the Manager
Time Management
Managers and their Staff
Customer Service & Quality
Frustration
Information Technology
Motivation & Job Satisfaction
Decision Making & Problem Solving
Delegation
Stress Management

Economics
The Free Market Economy
European Monetary System & Single Currency (EURO)
The Financial System & Money
International Business, Trade & Protectionism
Inflation
Balance of Payments
Interest Rates
The World Bank
Exchange Rates
International Monetary Fund
Unemployment

Module 6 – Research Methods (15 credits)

YEAR 2

Module 7: Field Practice - (Practical application of knowledge) (15 credits)

Module 8 – Research Project (30 credits)

Course Delivery and Attendance

The course is delivered in a variety of methods, including direct lectures, case studies, tutorials, group work and field practice.

Assessment

Assessment of this course is based on essay-based written assignments, reports, presentations, research projects and direct examinations.

Duration

2 years (full-time study)

Tuition Fees

Year 1: £3,500
Year 2: £2,500 + £250 Research Project Fee

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have:-
1. Passes at GCSE at A/Level or equivalent standard; or
2. Completed a recognised certificate or diploma course in any field; or
3. Worked in a related field for 3 years or more; or
4. Not met the requirements above, but are at least 21 years of age (at the discretion of the College);

English Language Requirements

You must show competence in spoken and written English, in addition to meeting the entry requirements above. International students must demonstrate competence of the English Language at IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL (paper based) 550 or TOEFL (internet based) 79

Commencement Dates

September, January and May each year

Further Studies

Students who successfully complete this course may enrol on a related degree course at a UK university

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