Work-Related Behaviour

Overview

Looking to gain specialised knowledge in the area of work-related behaviour with a particular focus on the Psychology of the workplace?



This is an ICHAS course delivered at Griffith College by ICHAS.



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.

Module Outline:

Principles of Work Psychology

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.



Organisational Psychology

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.



Personnel & Human Resources Psychology

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.

Entry Requirements & Selection Criteria

The certificate is designed for 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 graduates of psychology and business-related programmes, graduates of Humanities and Human Science such as health sciences, nursing, social care, and social work and programmes in cognate areas who wish to expand their knowledge and understanding of the use, effectiveness and appropriateness of the principles of work-related behaviour.



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



If English is not your native language, you must have 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.



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.

How to Apply

Directly to Griffith College (see "Application Weblink" above).

12 Weeks Full-Time or 24 Weeks Part-Time.



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.

Intake Dates

Dublin - Blended - September 2025

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.



MA in Work Related Psychology

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MA in Work Related Behaviour with Mentoring and Coaching