Applied Psychology Dublin

Course details

Introduction

This one year course in Psychology is designed for those who have an interest in Psychology and would like to gain knowledge and understanding of this area. The course content covers subjects essential to those seeking to progress to further studies or to apply psychology theories to areas of management and business.

This QQI Level 5 Certificate has progression links to Level 8 PSI (The Psychological Society of Ireland) accredited courses.

Career Opportunities

The course content contains subjects essential to those seeking to progess in the area academically or to apply psychology theories to areas of management and business.

Core Elements

• Human Growth and Development
• Child Development
• Psychology
• Behavioural Studies
• Statistics
• Criminology
• Communications
• Work Experience

Work experience is a mandatory part of the course. Students are required to undertake a minimum of 10 days work experience which offers students the opportunity to further develop their skills and gain an understanding of the workplace.

Support Elements

• Applied IT (MS Office 2013)
• Study Skills
• Career Advice and CV Preparation

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate/LCA

Applicants should have achieved five passes at ordinary level. LCA applicants should submit details of credits awarded.

Others including Mature Students

Applicants without these entry requirements are welcome and will be assessed individually.

Advisory Meeting

Applicants will have an advisory meeting to offer guidance and to ensure course suitability. Places will be offered, on a first come basis, following the outcome of the personal Advisory Meeting, subject to the applicant meeting the entry requirements of the course. Applicants will also be advised on course costs and registration details.