Pre Garda Studies with Criminology
Programme Description: This is a one-year, full time programme which provides a foundation for those intending to pursue a career with An Garda Síochana, the Defence Forces or Security Organisations by focusing on a number of key areas important to the sector. Further studies in the area of Criminology, law and word processing help the learner develop skills and techniques for a career in business and commerce.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
All our Level 5 courses are open to school leavers over 16 years of age (Leaving Certificate / Leaving Certificate Applied Students / A Levels / GCSE or equivalent), QQI Level 4 graduates
and mature applicants.
A Level 5 award is a prerequistite to access a Level 6 Programme.
Careers / Further progression
Progression:
This course is an ideal foundation for those interesting in pursuing a career with An Garda Síochána. Graduates may also apply for positions in a legal, business or security settings. This course is supported by our progression links with SETU and National Universities.
Further information
Learners attending Further Education/Post Leaving Certificate programmes may apply to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI). All applications for grants in respect of new enrolments will be made online for the 2024/2025 academic year.
It is not necessary to have received an offer of a college place or to be enrolled at the College of Further Education and Training, Kilkenny in order to apply. The closing date is the end of August each year, but you should apply as soon as possible once the 2024/2025 applications are open. Early application is advised.
These grants are means-tested and payable monthly. Payment of grants may be subject to attendance in accordance with the Department of Education and Skills regulations. The college is required to make monthly reports on your attendance to the grants authority.
Applications for maintenance grants can be made online through www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie
Interviews are held in March / May / August with places offered on a first come basis.
Places are offered based on interview performance and suitability for the course.
Component Awards:
Legal practice and Procedures (5N1394)
Business Law (5N2091)
Word Processing (5N1358)
Work Experience (5N1356)
Communications (5N0690)
Safety and Health at Work (5N1794)
Criminology (5N2107)
Criminal Law (5N3787)
Exercise and Fitness (5N2668)
Additional Training & Trips:
Short courses will be offered in first aid and fire safety. A visit to the Criminal Courts of Justice and Kilkenny Court House will take place during the year.
5M3789 - Legal Studies
Award Title: QQI Level 5 Certificate in Legal Studies
Award Code: 5M3789
College of Further Education and Training, Kilkenny
Ormonde Road, Kilkenny,
Co. Kilkenny, R95 W2XN.
T: 056 776 3321
E: info@cfet.ie
www.collegeoffetkilkenny.ie