Work-Related Behaviour

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



Certificate in Work-Related Behaviour (Certificate in Work-Related Behaviour)

Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences (PG24813)



ICHAS is delighted to have been selected to participate in the Springboard + initiative for academic year 2025/2026. This programme, which is jointly funded by the Irish government and the European Union, attracts 90% funding for those who qualify, and includes those who are either already working, or indeed recent graduates.



The Certificate in Work-Related Behaviour, is an immersive program designed to help unravel the intricacies of human behavior within the workplace. In the contemporary professional landscape, understanding the psychological underpinnings of individuals and teams is not just an asset but a necessity for fostering a healthy, productive, and fulfilling work environment. Whether you are an HR professional, manager, or someone eager to enhance their understanding of the human dynamics at play in organisational settings, this program offers a structured curriculum that blends theoretical insights with practical applications.



The Certificate in Work-Related Behaviour comprises 30 ECTS and is being offered as a Minor Award. It 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 overall aims of this Level 9 Certificate in Work-Related Behaviour (30 ECTS) are as follows:



-Provide a programme which supports comprehensive theoretical discourse and understanding of the key principles of Work-Related Psychology.

-Develop a critical understanding of the interface between/application of psychological theory and research findings to work contexts.

-Provide a postgraduate qualification in Work-Related Behaviour for professionals who work with (or seek to work with) individuals in work settings to support their wellbeing and participation in work contexts.

-Support graduates to develop and apply theoretical knowledge related to occupational health psychology to work-related contexts.

-To employ Work-Related Behaviour competencies as a strategy for informing management and leadership practice.

-Provide access routes to appropriate Higher Education for participants to specialise based on their current professional needs, individual professional interests and/or career orientation.



This programme is expected to 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, where they will be able to support and guide workforces in a range of settings, through extended study of key aspects of Work-Related Behaviour. The programme focusses on a non-clinical, analytical and consultancy-oriented perspective of Work-Related Psychology.

Principles of Work Psychology

Organisational Psychology

Personnel & Human Resources Psychology

Entry Requirements & Selection Criteria

-The Certificate in Work-Related Behaviour 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 not limited to graduates of psychology and business-related programmes, graduates of Humanities and Human Science such as health sciences, nursing, social care, 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.

-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 submission of programme content, qualification and assignments equivalent to an appropriate Second Class Honours (2:2) award at Level 8.

-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.

-All applicants will be required to have a minimum of ordinary-level maths at Leaving Certificate standard or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency in maths at this level.

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

2 Semesters (24 Weeks Part Time)



The programmes runs across two semesters

Semester 1 September 2025 to December 2025

8 Evening classes - Thursdays 6-9pm

4 Day Classes - Saturdays 9.30 - 4.30pm



Semester 2 January 2026 to April 2026

6 Evening classes - Thursdays 6-9pm

1 Day Class - Saturday 9.30 - 4.30pm

Application Deadline 20/06/2025

Start Date 15/09/2025

End Date 20/04/2026