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This one-year course/programme aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills and understanding required to work effectively in the security industry
COURSE/PROGRAMME CONTENT
- Legal Practice and Procedures
- Safety and Health at Work
- Guarding Skills
- Information and Communication Skills
- Retail Security
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- Security Industry Procedures
- Door Security Procedures
- Communications
- Work Experience
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CAREER PROSPECTS
Students who qualify in this area can pursue further study and a career in the security industry in positions including:
- Retail or Industrial Security Officer
- Door Security Officer
- Mobile Patrol Security
- Static Guard
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent. The course is open to mature applicants.
CERTIFICATION
Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC): Level 5 - Certificate in Security Studies
Due to ongoing developments in FETAC, award names and content are subject to change.
*Security Industry of Ireland
Applications must be made to the above mentioned body to secure licences to work in the occupations mentioned. Fees apply and details are available on contact with the organisation.
HIGHER EDUCATION
FETAC graduates are eligible to apply to Institutes of Technology and Universities for follow-on courses.
GARDA VETTING
Garda Vetting is a requirement on courses / programmes where students / learners have access to children or vulnerable adults. Prior to attending work experience students / learners must be vetted by the Gardai. All students / learners being offered a place on a course/programme will be issued with Garda Vetting forms by post with the course offer.
Students / learners who have lived outside the jurisdiction of Ireland / Northern Ireland and for whom Garda Vetting is unavailable are required to provide vetting from the relevant police authorities.
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