Security Studies and Criminology

This Security Studies with Criminology Course at DCFE will provide you with a strong foundation in the skills necessary to pursue a career in the private security industry and in Retail Security as either Door Security or Static Guarding in both Ireland and abroad or progress to Third level.
The course provides students with an introduction to the different sectors within the security industry in Ireland.
Throughout their period of training, students complete work placements with recognised security companies at
music concerts, sporting events and other public events.
This course is also of relevance to students who are interested in a career in An Garda Síochána, the Defense
Forces, Prison Service or Emergency Services. You will obtain a grounding in the various legal aspects of security.
Successful achievement of the security modules will enable you to meet part of the requirements for a security license as required under the Private Security Services Act. You will also qualify as a First Aid Responder (FAR) which is awarded by the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC).

The following modules will be offered subject to availability or demand and are subject to change:

• Legal Practice and Procedures
• Safety and Health at Work
• Security Industry Procedures
• Communications
• Work Experience
• Retail Security
• Criminal Law and Security Procedures
• Criminology
• Word Processing
• Door Security Procedures*
• Guarding Skills*
* Level 4

CERTIFICATION
• Level 5 Security Studies

Apply directly at www.dunboynecollege.ie