Policing and Security
Courses
Policing and Security Studies
Level 5
Policing and Security Studies
Course Code: 5M2110
Course Content:
- Criminology
- Door Security Procedures
- Guarding Skills
- Legal Practice and Procedures
- Retail Security
- Safety & Health at Work
- Security Industry Procedures
- Substance Use -Issues for Youthwork
- Word Processing
- Communications
- Work Experience
- PHECC First Aid Response
Award:
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Security Studies
Aim:
This course is aimed at preparing students for a career in the security industry. The course has been designed to meet the needs of the security industry in line with the terms of the Private Security Services Act 2004. It is particularly relevant for students who are interested in a career in An Garda Síochána, the Defence Forces, the Prison Service, the Naval Service and the Private Security Industry.
Progression & Career Options:
- An Garda Síochána
- Defence Forces
- The Prison Service
- The Naval Service
- Private Security Industry
Graduates from this course may progress to a range of degree programmes in:
 TU Dublin (Blanchardstown Campus) |
TU Dublin (City Campus) |
 LIT |
 WIT |
 DKIT |
 IT Carlow |
Course Code and QQI Title: 5M2110 – Policing and Security Studies
DIFE Course Title: Policing and Security Studies
Level 7 and 8 Courses to which this course is linked: |
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| Entry to a range of other courses in Institutes of Technology. | |
This is not an exhaustive list. 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 www.cao.ie.
Course Code and QQI Title: 5M2110 – Policing and Security Studies
DIFE Course Title: Policing and Security Studies
| Student Registration Fee | € 200 |
| PLC Government Levy | € 200 |
| QQI Exam Fee | € 50 |
| Course Fees/Materials | |
| DIFE Total | € 450 |