Home Economics - Professional Diploma in Education - Sligo St. Angela's

Study Hours

20 hours of total student effort is recommended per credit. Total student effort comprises contact hours, tutor directed study and independent study



Who should apply?

This programme is suitable for fully registered teachers of other post-primary subjects who have an interest in and passion for Home Economics. The part-time scheduling of this programme allows applicants to qualify as a Home Economics teacher while maintaining their current teaching position, with the support of their school.

Modules

Food Studies

Introduction to Textiles and Design

Family Resource Management and Consumer Empowerment

Philosophical Perspectives of Home Economics

Food Microbiology, Processing and Preservation

Food Studies: Food Science and Nutrition

Family Resource Management:

The Family

Family Resource Management:

The Family Home - Interior and Textiles Design

Textiles, Fashion and Design

Nutritional and Sensory Sciences

Home Economics Practice in Everyday Life

Home Economics Specific

Pedagogy (including Microteaching)

Home Economics Education (including School Placement)

Food Quality, Nutrition and Health

Family Resource Management:

Family and Society

Applicants must be fully registered as a teacher with the Teaching Council of Ireland at the time of application and hold a Level 8 Honours Degree including a recognised post primary teaching qualification. Applicants who have a shortfall in their registration status as a Home Economics teacher with the Teaching Council of Ireland may also apply for programme entry.

2 Years Part Time



On-Campus Attendance

One day per week (Fridays) on-campus at the St. Angela’s Campus

Further Education

Professional Diploma in Education graduates may pursue further study opportunities with St. Angela's College or Atlantic Technological University in a range of areas related to Home Economics / Education.



Career Opportunities

This is a professional programme which offers you the opportunity of immediate employment upon graduation as a post primary teacher of Home Economics.