In-person

This course will benefit those with an interest in the care, diagnosis and treatment of addiction. The course is a springboard to higher education courses in Social Studies, Health Care, Community Studies, Counselling and Psychology, Psychotherapy and Addiction Counselling.

Work experience placement in a related vocational area is an integral part of this course. Students must obtain one day per week work experience for the academic year. There will also be one week of block placement in the first and second terms.

Progression: The full QQI Level 5 Certificate facilities entry, on a competitive basis, to a range of third level institutions nationwide. Further details are available from the relevant institutions. Progression to Advanced Social Care in WCFE is also possible, specific progression pathways to WIT are agreed.

Minimum entry requirements:

• Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent
• Successful completion of interview
• Applications from mature students will be considered
• Applicants will be required to undertake Garda Vetting
• Written references

See course website http://www.wcfe.ie/Page/Community-Addiction-Studies--Evening-Course/66209/Index.html

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