Community Addiction Studies
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
10 weeks, Monday and Wednesday evening.
Entry Requirements
Education: Applicants seeking entry to the programme should have achieved a minimum of a QQI Level 4 Major Award or its equivalent prior to entry to the programme.
Aptitude: Good numerical and communication skills are essential, including verbal and written command of the English language. CERFL proficiency at B2 is required for access to this course for those whose first language is not English.
Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
Further information
Start Date 14/09/2026
End Date 20/11/2026
This course explores the various forms of addiction, such as legal and illegal drug use, gambling, food etc. and also examines current models of prevention and treatment for addiction. This module is an elective module for awards such as Applied Social Studies 5M2181 and Youth Work 5M4732 and others. On completion of this course learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to work under supervision in a social care setting and or to progress to further and or higher education and training to enable them work in the area of addiction, homelessness, family support and so on.
To avail of public funded training, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility i.e.
· Current GNIB Card of Stamp 4
· EU Passport
· Labour market permission letter
A minimum English language and literacy competency of B1 or equivalent in writing, reading, listening and speaking on the Common European Framework of Reference for Language skills | Europass is required at entry to the programme for speakers of English as a second or other language. Please see link: https://europa.eu/europass/en/common-european-framework-reference-language-skills
Community Addiction Studies (5N1834) QQI
5N1834 Community Addiction Studies
Recruitment Department
Phone: 00353 1 2043600
Email: llrecruit@ddletb.ie