Security Studies & Business


WHEN TO APPLY: NOW

  • Online Click Here!
  • OR Contact 045 431417 school office

Please note application fee applies, this fee is to cover administration costs

Interviews will be held in April / May
Applicants will be contacted in due course

Course Code: 5M2110

Qualification: FETAC Level 5



Course Objectives

This one year course leading to a FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Security Studies is designed to prepare students for employment in the security industry. Students will be encouraged to sit entrance exams for the Gardaí, Prison Service and Defence Forces. The security studies award is a valuable addition to those who are preparing to join

An Garda Síochána, The Defence Forces or the Prison Service. It will also benefit those seeking to set up their own security business.

Modules delivered



  • Business and Security
  • Legal Practice and Procedures
  • Security Industry Procedures
  • Safety, Health and Work
  • Work Experience(every Friday in a security company or security section of a company)
  • Guarding Skills/Door Security
  • Criminology
  • Occupational First Aid
  • Information and Communication Systems
  • Teamwork
  • Exercise and Fitness



Total Modules 10

Entry Requirements

Students should be of Leaving Certificate standard or its equivalent, however, students who do not possess the

educational requirements but who have a particular interest or experience in this work area will be considered. Mature Students are welcome. All students will be interviewed.

Garda Clearance is a requirement for this course.

Award

Certificate in Security Studies - FETAC Level 5

Progression

Students who complete this course may enter the Garda Siochana, Prison Service, Defence Forces, Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the FETAC Higher Education Links Scheme. Students who complete this award are eligible to apply for membership in the Security Institute of Ireland (SII).

Classes will be a maximum of 30 students.

This course is subject to Dept of Education & Science approval.

Costs

  • €20 Booking Fee
  • €200 D.E.S. Levy
  • Exam Fees
  • Books
  • Equipment


WHEN TO APPLY: NOW

  • Online Click Here!
  • OR Contact 045 431417 school office

Please note application fee applies, this fee is to cover administration costs

Nov 27
2023
TY Work Experience
Dec 05
2023
3rd Year Parent /Guardian Teacher Meeting
Dec 08
2023
School Closed
Dec 18
2023
Transition Year Portfolio Interviews
27-Nov-2023
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27-Nov-2023
Cherry Centre; visit from Newbridge Fire Rescue Service Visit on the 27/11/23
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