Ballsbridge College of Further Education

Day Courses: Programme for September 2010

Criminology & Social Studies
FETAC Certificate in Community & Health Services (DCHSX) - NQAI Level 5

Ballsbridge College Students Crime, criminal justice and the operation of the penal system are subjects of serious concern in any society. Students on this course study the causes of crime, the different types of crime and the criminal justice system in Ireland. Criminal motivation and the underlying societal causes of crime are examined. Professional state organisations and privately-owned companies are looking for potential candidates who can demonstrate an interest and a proven ability to work in social and community care and in criminology.

Career Opportunities

Upon successful completion of the year, your FETAC qualification will allow you to seek employment in the following areas:

  • The Garda Reserve
  • An Garda Síochána
  • Social Work
  • Community Care
  • The Courts / Probation Service
  • The Legal Profession
  • The Security & Surveillance Industry ... and other related areas.

Course Content

  • Criminology
  • Social Studies
  • Legal Studies
  • Behavioural Studies
  • Human Growth and Development
  • Word Processing
  • Communications
  • Work Experience
  • Safety and Health at Work

Higher Education Links

Cetification LogosFor information on all relevant Higher Education Links visit Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC), Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS), the Central Applications Office (CAO) and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, application processes and scoring systems with the Admissions Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or visit the CAO website.

Examples of Progression to Higher Education

- Full-time Courses:

  • DIT - Social Care DT571
  • UCD - Social Science DN007
  • NUI Maynooth - Social Science MH107
  • ITT - BA Social Care Practice TA025

- Part-time Courses:

  • Graduates may progress into Year 1 of the Institute of Public Administration's (IPA) part-time, NUI-accredited, Diploma in Business Studies or Bachelor of Business Studies (Hons) and can also avail of additional subject exemptions. Visit the Institute of Public Administration website or contact the IPA directly for further details.

- Overseas Courses:

What our students say about the course:

“The Criminology and Social Studies course helped me to go on to take a law degree in Griffith College.”
Francita Jackman - 2008 graduate currently studying Law in Griffith College.

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Courses planned for September 2010

- Business:

- Community and Public Sector:

- Computing and Multimedia:

- English (EFL):

- Property:

How to Contact Ballsbridge College

Ballsbridge College logo Ballsbridge College of Further Education
Address: Shelbourne Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 6684806
Fax: +353 1 6682361
Web: www.ballsbridgecollege.com
Email: info@ballsbridge.cdvec.ie

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