Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This one year course provides an ideal foundation for those intending to pursue a career as a Garda by focusing on a number of areas that are of vital importance in the training and career of a Garda. Students will get an insight into the real life challenges faced by the Gardaí and will develop an understanding of how to deal with car crashes, court sessions and conflict resolution as well as gain an awareness of the needs of the community and vulnerable members of society. This approach supports the day to day life of operational Gardaí and will equip you with the knowledge and skills to embark on a successful career in this field.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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The following modules are covered on the course:
Legal Practice and Procedures
Criminal Law
Conflict Resolution
First Aid Responder - FAR awarded by - Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council PHECC
Anatomy and Physiology
Exercise and Fitness
Teamworking
Work Experience
Word Processing
Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) Courses Training:
Fire Warden - Fire Safety and Fire Extinguisher Training
Breathing Apparatus
Hazardous Substances
Manual Handling and Patient Handling
Training Courses are delivered in conjunction with an external provider, currently the Emergency Services Training Institute and take place during term breaks.
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
This course leads to a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.
To view CAO courses to which this award provides a possible progression route, click below:
| QQI Code |
| 5M4468 |
To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Realist
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.
Further Research
National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)
The following data provides general information about this Award from colleges across Ireland.
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Career Progression
As a graduate of this course, you will be in an advantageous position to successfully apply for entry to the Garda College in Templemore, subject to meeting the relevant qualification criteria.
