Course description
Criminology and Psychology provides a unique insight into the world of crime, deviance, morality, conflict and justice. With a specific focus on the psychological, cultural and addiction risk factors associated with crime, this specialist course will provide the learner with the relevant skills, knowledge and experience needed to progress to education or work in forensic settings such as policing or prisons; legal settings such as a courtroom or chambers; or health and justice agencies.
Course Content
- Psychology
- Criminology
- Word Processing
- Business Law
- Legal Practice & Procedures
- Communications
- Conflict Resolution
- Work Experience
- Criminal Law
Course Certification
5M3789 – QQI Legal Studies
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Criminology and Psychology provides excellent progression to a career in social care, the Gardaí, hospitals, research or working in a law practice administration.
Psychology graduates have many options to them as they progress. With a background in psychology, you can work in hospitals prisons, schools, research, human resources, among other settings.
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