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A world of opportunities
Languages on Social Care programmes
Imelda Cooke
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Overview Background: Towards a national
standard AIT situation – languages offered
and why Ireland in a European context European programmes Work/placement opportunities Useful contacts
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Languages in AIT
Elective Years 1 and 2 Cert. Years 1 to 4 of BA French – post- Leaving Cert. German – ab initio and plc Spanish – ab initio
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Why languages?
‘The limits of my language mean the limits of my world’……Ludwig Wittgenstein
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Personal development Broadens your experiences, expands view of
the world Fosters understanding of relation between
language, culture, human nature Encourages respect for other peoples Exposes you to modes of thought outside of
native language All important in Ireland’s multi-cultural society Enables our students to compete in an
international arena
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Intellectual benefits of language learning Offers new insights into native
language Develops one’s ability to think
logically and creatively Improves communicative skills, both
oral and written Allows direct access to
literature/books/films/songs in original language
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Why French? Second most frequently taught
language after English The official language of 28 countries Spoken on five continents French and English are the two global
languages The official working language of many
international organizations (NATO, UNESCO, European community etc.)
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Why German? Key language in the European Union
Gateway to the rapidly growing markets of Central and Eastern Europe
Germany is the US's largest European trading partner
Widely used as a business and scientific language in Europe, Russia, and parts of Asia
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Why Spanish? Most commonly used foreign language
spoken in the US Dominant language spoken in 21
countries on five continents Fifth most widely spoken in the world,
used by 300 million people Approximately 17.5 million people
(10% of the US population) speak Spanish
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Ireland in the European Union
Enlargement: 450million Europeans Importance of language skills for
communicating and free movement 2001 European year of languages Barcelona 2002 2003 European commission’s action
plan
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Action plan
Primary schools initiative European language portfolio: a
language passport which can be described according to common criteria.
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European mobility programmes
‘The hope of a nation lies in the proper education of its youth.’
Erasmus
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Socrates Erasmus programme Erasmus: Action on higher education. teachers’ exchanges joint development of curricula language courses thematic networks between
depts/faculties across Europe preparatory visits ECTS – recognition of study abroad
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Who can apply? Open to nationals of the EU countries EEA countries(Iceland, Lichtenstein...) Associated countries:Hungary,
Romania,Czech republic,Poland,Slovak republic,Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Bulgaria,Slovenia.
Through International office in ITs by Nov 1 every year.
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Leonardo da Vinci programme
Aim: to use transnational cooperation to improve quality, foster innovation, and promote the European dimension of vocational and training systems and practices.
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Who can apply? Vocational training establishments, centres
and bodies at all levels, universities. Research centres and institutions Undertakings including SMEs and the craft
industry Chambers of commerce Social partners Local and regional bodies and organisations Non profit making organisations Voluntary bodies and NGOs
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Mobility for young people and trainers
a. Transnational placement projects For students, young workers and recently
qualified persons, and people in initial vocational training.
b. Transnational exchange projectsTargeted at trainers, occupational guidance
specialists or mentors.
c. Study visits
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Work/placement opportunities
Study visit- 1200e per person for 1 week. Prepare the placement.
Placement categories Funds available International dimension to
education and training
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Work/placement opportunities
FRANCE English language assistant Scholarships: Connaissance de la
France, French Embassy.
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Charities in France Restos du Coeur Samu Social Les petits freres des pauvres L’armee du salut FACTS AFVP The American cathedral in Paris Handicap international
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Working with children
Animateur de mini-club Pre-schools Assistant de service social
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Multi-cultural Ireland:Refugees and asylum seekers
Application procedure: - 84 question questionnaire - Interview at the Asylum division of
Dept of JusticeUnaccompanied minorsLanguage tuition.School attendanceMedical requirements
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Useful links
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Merci de votre attention! Go raibh maith agaibh!