• Graduates of a relevant Level 8 programme at a minimum of a 2.2 standard) who wish to engage in further study in this field, relevant programmes may include but are not limited to designed graduates of psychology and business-related programmes, graduates of Humanities and Human Science such as health sciences, nursing, social care, social work and programmes in cognate areas who wish to expand their knowledge.

• Those who have completed other relevant education programmes or have relevant professional experience, etc., where Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) and Acquired Prior Learning (APL) can be applied, may apply for admission to the programme by submitting programme content, qualification and assignments equivalent to an appropriate Second Class Honours (2:2) award at Level 8.

• The minimum English language proficiency requirement for this programme is B2+ in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, which is equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.5.

• All applicants are required to be over 23 years of age.

• All applicants will be required to attend an interview to ascertain their suitability for the Programme.

Applications for this course are submitted through the ICHAS website. When you click on "Application Weblink" above, you will be directed to ICHAS to complete your application.

Intake Dates:
Dublin - Full-Time - September 2026
Limerick - Full-Time - September 2026
Dublin - Part-Time - September 2026
Limerick - Part-Time - September 2026
Cork - Full-Time - September 2026
Cork - Part-Time - September 2026
Dublin - Full-Time - January 2027
Limerick - Full-Time - January 2027
Dublin - Part-Time - January 2027
Limerick - Part-Time - January 2027
Cork - Full-Time - January 2027
Cork - Part-Time - January 2027

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.

Social

The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.

Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.

Administrative

Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.

They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.