Module Title:Legal Studies 1
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:6
Module Delivered In No Programmes
Teaching & Learning Strategies: The learning outcomes detailed above will be achieved through the following teaching methodologies: • Lectures - communication of knowledge and ideas from the lecturer to the student. • Problem Solving Exercises – students will work as part of a team and will work together to resolve various legal scenarios and prepare for collaborative project. • Class Discussion/Debate - Students will be encouraged to actively participate in the class sessions which will develop their analytical and communication skills. • E-Learning — It is envisaged that the module will be supported with on-line learning materials. • Self-Directed Independent Learning — the emphasis on independent learning will develop a strong and autonomous work and learning practices.
Module Aim: 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
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Develop understanding of legal issues relevant to social care practice including the impact of international conventions and laws on practice.
LO2 Explain what is required for a social care client to be deemed legally capable and the legal requirements where there is a lack of capacity.
LO3 Understand the legal parameters within which professionals operate in practice.
LO4 Identify accountability issues of relevance to social care practice.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

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Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
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Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Introduction to the Legal System
• Nature and Sources of Irish Law • Constitutional Fundamental Rights, European Convention on Human Rights, Treaty on the functioning of the EU • Administration of Justice in Ireland and ADR
Accountability in Social Care
• Client relationship, Confidentiality, Consent, Capacity, Assisted Decision Making, Interaction with the Court Process, Report Writing, Professional Negligence
Social Care Workplace Legal Issues
• Introduction to Law of Contract, Employment Law, Data Protection.
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Other Collaborative Project /Report based on material covered in class 3,4 40.00 n/a
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam 2 Hour Written Examination 1,2,3,4 60.00 End-of-Semester

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Every Week 1.50
Estimated Learner Hours 15 Weeks per Stage 7.33
Total Hours 111.50
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Every Week 0.75
Total Hours 0.75