Certificate in Work-Related Behaviour
Course Overview
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This is an ICHAS course delivered at Griffith College by ICHAS.
Springboard+ is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Social Fund as part of the ESF programme for employability, inclusion and learning 2014-2020.
Looking to gain specialised knowledge in the area of work-related behaviour with a particular focus on the Psychology of the workplace?
This certificate is an immersive programme designed to help unravel the intricacies of human behaviour within the workplace. In the contemporary professional landscape, understanding the psychological underpinnings of individuals and teams is an asset and a necessity for fostering a healthy, productive, and fulfilling work environment.
Whether you are an HR professional, manager, or someone eager to enhance your understanding of the human dynamics at play in organisational settings, this programme offers a structured curriculum that blends theoretical insights with practical applications.
Why Study a Course in Work-Related Behaviour?
This Level 9 Certificate in Work-Related Behaviour (30 ECTS) will supplement existing academic and professional learning among graduates who seek to understand and utilise psychological theories relating to work. This, combined with organisational psychology within work situations, will optimise employee engagement, well-being and organisational effectiveness.
The key aims of the course in Work-Related Behaviour are to:
- Delivered by experts in the field, bringing real-life experience to the classroom.
- Supports comprehensive theoretical discourse and understanding of the key principles of work-related psychology.
- Delivered utilising blended learning approaches, offering a flexible approach for all students through face-to-face and online learning.
- Learners develop a critical understanding of the interface between/application of psychological theory and research findings to work contexts.
- Provides a postgraduate qualification in work-related behaviour for professionals who work with (or seek to work with) individuals in work settings to support their well-being and participation in work contexts.
- Supports graduates in developing and applying theoretical knowledge related to occupational health psychology to work-related contexts.
- Gain skills to employ work-related behaviour competencies to inform management and leadership practice.
- Provide access routes to appropriate higher education for participants to specialise in based on their current professional needs, individual professional interests, and/or career orientation.
- Enhance the skills, competence, and knowledge of the psychosocial aspects of work for those who wish to specialise in management and leadership roles in a range of work-related contexts. Through extended study of key aspects of work-related behaviour, they will be able to support and guide workforces in a range of settings.
- A focus on a non-clinical, analytical and consultancy-oriented perspective of work-related psychology.
Intake Dates
- Dublin - Full-Time, Part-Time - September 2025
- Limerick - Full-Time, Part-Time - September 2025
- Dublin - Full-Time, Part-Time - January 2026
- Limerick - Full-Time, Part-Time - January 2026
- Dublin - Full-Time, Part-Time - April 2026
- Limerick - Full-Time, Part-Time - April 2026
Course Details
Module Outline
The aim of the module is to facilitate students to explore and critically evaluate knowledge of the principles of work psychology to understand better the role of individuals within work environments, the psychology of work environments and the role of Work Psychology in supporting individuals to manage their engagement with work.
The aim of the module is to facilitate students to explore and critically evaluate knowledge of the principles of organisational psychology so as to better understand the role of individuals within organisational contexts, the psychology of organisational environments and the role of organisational psychology in facilitating an understanding of organisational life.
The aim of the module is to facilitate students to explore and critically evaluate knowledge of the principles of personnel psychology so as to better understand the role of individuals within work environments, the psychology of work environments and the role of work and organisational psychology in HR aspects of organisations.
Timetables
Timetable:
Timetables will be made available closer to the course start date.
The timetables are structured to optimise the utilisation of hybrid learning. This course can be taken over 1 Semester on a full-time basis or 2 Semesters on a part-time basis.
How to Apply
For 2025/26, Springboard+ funding is available for this course. If you wish to avail of Springboard+ funding for this course, please apply through ICHAS below.
Fees
For 2025/26, Springboard+ funding is available for this course. Visit Springboard+ for more details.
Tuition Fees
Study Mode: Part-Time
Dublin Main Campus
€3200.00 (this includes a 2% PEL levy) - only €320 with Springboard+
Limerick Campus
€3200.00 (this includes a 2% PEL levy) - only €320 with Springboard+
Study Mode: Full-Time
Dublin Main Campus
€3200.00 (this includes a 2% PEL levy)
Limerick Campus
€3200.00 (this includes a 2% PEL levy)
Flexible Payment Options
Students wishing to avail of an instalment plan should contact professionalacademy@griffith.ie
Students who opt for an instalment plan will incur an extra annual fee of €150 to avail of this facility.
Sponsorship
Is your company paying for your course?
They will need to complete a Griffith College Sponsorship Form and send this to professionalacademy@griffith.ie
All fees are fully protected under our Protection of Enrolled Learners’ Policy:
All QQI accredited programmes of education and training of 3 months or longer duration are covered by arrangements under section 65 (4) of the Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012 whereby, in the event of the provider ceasing to provide the programme for any reason, enrolled learners may transfer to a similar programme at another provider, or, in the event that this is not practicable, the fees most recently paid will be refunded.
Progression
Progression:
Students can progress to a wide range of work-related psychology / behavioural programmes with the College and will receive exemptions based on the modules covered in this certificate programme.
Please contact the college directly for more information on this
