Griffith College Limerick

The Diploma in Family Law is particularly suitable for guidance and mediation counsellors, legal and court staff, welfare officers, accountants and all those requiring knowledge of current family law within their profession. It is also suitable for individuals with an interest in the subject.
The objective of the course is to provide extensive knowledge of current Irish Family Law. The course will include an overview of current practice and experience. It covers all aspects of family law including the engagement, the legal aspects of the marriage and the way in which children should be considered in the event of a marriage breakdown.
Our lecturers are acting practitioners and fully versed in all aspects of the subject.

Course Format
The course is held one evening per week for 20 weeks.

Objectives
To provide a comprehensive knowledge of current Irish Family Law. The course will include an overview of current practice and experience.

Award
The course is awarded by the Institute of Commercial Management (ICM). Examinations are held in March and September each year. Registration and examination fees are extra.

• Constitutional Aspects
• The Engagement
• Marriage
• Nullity of Marriage
• Judicial Separation
• Divorce
• Parentage
• Guardianship, Custody and Care of Children
• Adoption
• Protection against Domestic Misconduct

DIRECT ENTRY STEPS 

Step 1 Fill out the online application form here.

or

Download the application form here. Complete and send to our Admissions Office.

Step 2 Send a copy of prior qualifications by email.

Step 3 Our Admissions Team will endeavour to contact you within 5 working days if you are successful in gaining a place.

Click here for details on completing the application form.

Fees €450

Registration and examination fees are extra.