Program Overview
The DCU301 Homeless Prevention and Intervention program is an 18-month part-time undergraduate certificate designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills to support effective interventions for homeless populations. The program focuses on developing practical skills and knowledge in assessment, support planning, and case management, while also addressing the socio-economic, health, and addiction issues that often accompany homelessness. Graduates are prepared for roles in advocacy, education, healthcare, outreach, and support planning and intervention.
Program Outline
Extracted Information for DCU301 Homeless Prevention and Intervention
Degree Overview:
The DCU301 Homeless Prevention and Intervention program is a part-time, 18-month undergraduate certificate designed to equip individuals working with homeless populations with the knowledge and skills necessary to support effective interventions.
Objectives:
- homelessness in society
- personal contexts and complex needs
- assessment, support planning, and case management
- supportive interventions
- Socio-economic needs (finance, housing, education, employment)
- Physical health, mental health, and substance-use issues
- collaborative work
Outline:
Curriculum Structure:
- The program spans three semesters, with one ten-credit module per semester.
- Modules are delivered through:
- In-class seminars and workshops at DCU.
- Online lectures, learning activities, and exercises.
- Each module requires approximately 42 hours of study, excluding self-directed learning.
Modules:
- Assessment and Support Planning: Process and Practice:
- Explores effective assessment strategies and support planning processes.
- Addresses the diverse needs individuals experiencing homelessness may face.
- Socio-economic Needs of People in Homelessness:
- Examines the impact of social and economic factors on homelessness.
- Provides insights into approaches for addressing socio-economic needs.
- Health, Illness, Addiction and Homelessness:
- Investigates the complex relationship between homelessness and physical health, mental health, and substance use.
- Equips learners with the ability to address these issues effectively.
Other:
- practical skills and knowledge
- apply their learning
Careers:
- competitive edge
- Graduates can pursue roles in:
- Advocacy
- Education
- Healthcare
- Outreach
- Mentoring
- Support planning and intervention
- undergraduate or postgraduate study
Additional Information:
- collaboration
- further develop their competencies
Note:
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