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Psychology - Introduction

Lifelong Learning
CC013 5N0754

This programme module aims to introduce learners to psychological perspectives, psychology as a science and psychological disorders. It aims to provide a learner with the knowledge, skills and capacity to understand psychological processes. On completion of this programme module, learners will have a better understanding of psychology.

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
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Limerick City
Attendance Options:
Part time, Evening
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Course provider

Duration

12 weeks. Thursday 18:45 - 21:45.

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Further information

Our September 2025 courses commence week beginning 15th September 2025.

There are three ways to enrol:
Online: Visit collegeofFET.ie/mulgrave, scroll down to the part-time evening listing, select your chosen course, hit ‘APPLY’ and follow the steps. Or click the Application Link below

In-Person: Drop in to our campus and speak with a member of our Information and Guidance Support Team. They will help you enrol for your chosen course.

By Post: Send a completed application form with payment (cheque, bank draft, or postal order made payable to Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board) to Evening Programmes, College of FET Mulgrave Street Campus, Limerick City, V94 P232.
Please note: for security reasons, we cannot accept cash payments.

Tuition Fee: €250.

Discounts
20% discount on tuition fees can be availed of by individuals in receipt of Full Job Seekers Allowance/ Benefit, Disability Allowance or One Parent Family Payment –
20% discount can also be availed of on tuition fees for all full-time College of FET LCFE Mulgrave Street Campus Learners,
20% discount is available on tuition fees for all senior citizens
ID and Paper Evidence Required on application at Mulgrave Street Campus Office ONLY.

COURSE DESCRIPTION
• Explain the main features, characteristics, core principles and concepts of two of the major psychological perspectives
• Identify the main therapies, interventions, practical and ethical boundaries of each psychological perspective within care and other settings
• Explain how each perspective contributes to an understanding of individual and group behaviour
• Gain an understanding of the research methods and ethical issues involved in the study of psychology
• Apply theory and research to work practice with due regards for ethics
• Examine the nature of attitudes and beliefs
• Apply skills/knowledge to typical work-based problems

5N0754 - Psychology

Accreditation QQI Level 5 Minor Award in Psychology 5N0754

Enquiries can be made to adultedmulgrave@lcetb.ie or phone 061 414344

Alternate Provider:
Location:
Limerick City
Attendance Options:
Part time, Evening
Apply to:
Course provider