Social Education

The personal and social development of the students is the primary focus of this course. It provides opportunities for the students to examine and explore issues and topics related to self-awareness, interpersonal relationships, health care and contemporary social, economic, political and cultural issues. It also aims to prepare students for the transition from dependent to independent living.

As of September 2025, students entering year one of the LCA programme will be required to study the new Senior Cycle Social, Personal and Health Education (SPHE) curriculum specification. The new specification for Senior Cycle SPHE will replace Social Education modules 1 and 4.

The Social Education Module Descriptor provides further information.