Module Details
| Module Code: |
LAWS C2402 |
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Module Title:
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Legal Studies 1
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Title:
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Legal Studies 1
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| Module Level:: |
6 |
| Module Coordinator: |
Eileen Doyle
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| Module Author:: |
Sadhb Reddy
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| Module Description: |
The overall aim of this course is to equip the student with background knowledge of the operation of the legal system and its application and relevance to the caring professions
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| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
| LO1 |
Develop understanding of relevance of European Law and International Legal Conventions to the Irish Legal System. D.1 P. 1. D.5 P.1,2,3. |
| LO2 |
Understand and recognise accountability issues in professional practice. D.1 P.1,3,4,6,7,8,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17. D.2 P. 6,9. D.5 P.1,3. |
| LO3 |
Understand and recognise legal issues relevant to a social care workplace. D.1 P.1,2,3,7,13. D.2 P.9. D.5 P.1,2,3. |
| LO4 |
Apply legal knowledge to work place scenarios and reflect on legal boundaries of the social care profession. D.1 P.1,3,4,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17. D.2 P.6,9. D.4 P.3. D.5 P.1,2,3. |
| Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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| 9445 |
LAWS C2402 |
Legal Studies 1 |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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| Indicative Content |
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EU and International Legal Dimension to Social Care Practice
• EU Treaties and Regulations
• Operation of EU law and International Conventions vis a vis Irish law Eg. European Convention on Human Rights
D.1 P.1,13. D.5 P.2.
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Accountability 2
• Professional Negligence
• Confidentiality
• Informed Consent and Capacity
• Duty of Disclosure
• Report Writing
D.1 P.1,2,3,4,6,7, 10,11, 12, 13,14,15,16,17.
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Workplace Laws
• Overview of Contract Law; Employment Law and Equality Legislation. D.1 P. 1,8, 9, 13.
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Module Content & Assessment
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Continuous Assessment | 40.00% |
| End of Module Formal Examination | 60.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
| End of Module Formal Examination |
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| Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
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Contact |
Materials cover D.1 P.1,3,4,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17. D.2 P.6,9. D.4 P.3. D.5 P.1,2,3. |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
| Tutorial |
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Contact |
Materials cover D.1 P.1,3,4,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17. D.2 P.6,9. D.4 P.3. D.5 P.1,2,3. |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.00 |
12 |
| Independent Learning |
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Non Contact |
D.1 P.1,3,4,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17. D.2 P.6,9. D.4 P.3. D.5 P.1,2,3. |
15 Weeks per Stage |
5.93 |
89 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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Keenan, A.. (2021), Essentials of Irish Business Law, 7th. Boru Press, Tipperary, [ISBN: 9781916019980].
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Kenneally, A., and Tully, J.. (2013), The Irish Legal System, 1st. Clarus Press, Dublin, [ISBN: 9781905536580].
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Hamilton, C.. (2012), Irish Social Work and Social Care Law, Gill Education, [ISBN: 9780717152667].
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Donovan, D.. (2016), Employment Law, Round Hall, Dublin, [ISBN: 9781858007199].
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The Irish Law Times.
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Irish Journal of Family Law.
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Family Law Practitioner.
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