Course Description

This module includes an overview of the Irish legal system as background to gaining an appreciation of child and family law in Ireland. The module includes discussion of the development and expansion of child and family law in Ireland as well as incorporating relevant international influences e.g., the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. Current relevant legislation would be explained and discussed as well as the way child and family law operates in the court system. It would be a good background for anyone working with children and families e.g., medical personnel, social workers, HSE employees, anyone in the public service working with children and families, family support personnel, community and youth workers among others.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must hold an NFQ level 6 in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC), or equivalent, and it is desirable that they are working in the sector.

Module

Child and Family Law

Duration

This module will be delivered in a blended format part-time from September 2022 to December 2022. Online classes will be 2 hours in duration and will take place once a week. In addition, students will be required to attend four, on-campus workshops of 3 hours duration, on selected Saturdays during the semester.

Progression Opportunities

On successful completion of this module students will have gained 5 credits at NFQ level 7 which may contribute to the achievement of other academic awards.

Cost

€700

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