Aim of the programme
The need for home and community-based caregiving is one of the most compelling issues of our time. It will affect nearly every family in the world. In order to be ready to meet the increasing demand for home and community- based services this diploma will develop a capable and professional workforce of Domestic Personal Assistants.
English
2 Years / 120 ECTS
Courses
| CENG-105 | English Communication and Writing |
| CHOS-106 | Food & Beverage Service Operations |
| CDPA-101 | Fundamental Skills of Care giving I |
| Language Elective | Language Elective I |
| CSOC-101 | Sociology & Culture |
| CDPA-112 | Fundamental Skills of Care Giving II |
| CDPA-114 | Health, Safety and First Aid |
| CDPA-116 | Shopping and Household Resource Operations |
| CDPA-118 | Child Growth, Development & Behaviour |
| CCUL-130 | Basic Cookery I |
| CCUL-210 | Basic Cookery II |
| CDPA-202 | Alcoholic and Non Alcoholic Beverages |
| Language Elective | Language Elective II |
| CBUS-211 | General Business Skills |
| CDPA-204 | Family Psychology |
| CDPA-210 | Savoir Vivre |
| CDPA-212 | Fundamentals of Gardening |
| CDPA-214 | Nutrition and dietary patterns |
| CDPA-216 | Event Planning |
| CDPA-218 | Self-development Theories & Practice |
Teaching Methods
Students can design, with their professors’ assistance, their method of studying. At the same time, the course structure and the various teaching methods have been designed to support this practice. Micro-teaching is encouraged through the use of specific international practices such as case studies, while practical training is complemented by the use of appropriate materials, videos, computer software, etc.
The teaching material is presented through a mix of lectures, seminars and workshops. *Some teaching methods might not apply to all subjects.
Lectures
An effective way of presenting the educational material in an interactive and collaborative wayTutorial meetings
Provided to assist students with any questions they may haveLaboratories
Laboratories are the transition from theory to practiceCase studies
Present and elaboration on real or virtual complex issuesLectures by distinguished speakers
To update students on current issues related to their studiesBook Online Appointment
Registration requirements
All applicants should meet the following conditions:
Admission procedures
- CUCN Application form
- Examination of Academic documents
- Examination of documents required by Local authorities – For International students
Academic entry requirements
- High School Leaving Certificates 10th& 12thLevel (min 50% GPA) – International students
- High School Leaving Certificate (min 60% / 12 out of 20) – European students
- English Language Certificate.
Students that show no proof of English proficiency must take the Placement Test and depending on how they score they will be placed in either one (1) or two (2) semesters Foundation program. *International students are requested to submit a number of other supportive documents required by the Cyprus Migration departments
Why study at City Unity College?
Accredited Programmes of Study
Experienced Academic Staff
Affordable tuition fees
Programme flexibility
Fingertip access to all learning material (Online & Mobile App learning platform - eClass)
Collaboration with overseas Universities
Modern technology used in classrooms, amphitheaters and laboratories
College campus composed of 4 buildings (modern cafeterias, restaurant, conference facilities)
Multi workshops and seminars with guest speakers from the industry
Strong student support services
Opportunity support in research
Member of the Erasmus+ mobility scheme
