Humanities & Social Sciences courses in Ireland

Programme Overview  The Transformative Community Education programme will explore theoretical concepts of community education, lifelong learning transformation and social change. Analyse specific case studies in relation to community education, social action and transformation. Investigate and identify strategies and practical approaches to curriculum design, development and delivery for transformative community education and support digital citizenship and social…

Disability Studies challenges the way in which disability is understood in our society by developing new research and educational models. This course enables learners to facilitate the inclusion of those often marginalised in society due to disabling conditions. It is a two year diploma program that explores the theoretical approaches that have shaped disability support…

Train as a digital journalist in this free online course that explains how the internet has changed modern reporting. Today’s journalists make extensive use of the internet to both research and publish their stories. This journalism training course covers the methods, procedures, guidelines relevant to the professional. We then provide professional advice and examine the…

Discover how to create accessible, equitable, and inclusive spaces and practices in this free online training course. Are you eager to acquire knowledge and skills for creating inclusive and accessible environments for everyone? This free online course will teach you accessibility, universal design, disability rights and inclusive practices across education, work, and community. From debunking…

This free online course teaches about Methamphetamine Addiction Disorder, its effects and available treatments. Nicknamed ‘crystal’, ‘zoom’, ‘crank’, ‘tweak’, ‘ice’ or simply ‘poor man’s cocaine’, methamphetamine is a synthetic drug that affects the central nervous system. The abuse of this drug today is a widespread menace around the globe and a challenge to health and…

Master the essentials of providing support for the vulnerable within your society in this free online course. ‘Social care’ refers to a wide range of activities from child protection to end-of-life care for adults. At its core, social care involves providing care and support for the most vulnerable members of society such as the aged,…

Learn how autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects childhood development in this free online psychology course. This free online autism course explores theory and practice for supporting children on the spectrum. Explore childhood developmental milestones and learn practical, strength-based strategies for building social and communication skills, including engaging in conversations, and managing meltdowns. Discover communication methods…

Slavery still exists so learn how to identify and assist victims of human trafficking in this free online course. Did you know that slavery still exists and may even be closer to home than you think? This course explains how human trafficking rings operate in today’s advanced society. We examine legislation that prohibits slavery and…

This module provides an introduction to the diverse and dynamic history of the United States.  Through a range of historical approaches—including political, social, cultural, and foreign policy perspectives – students will investigate the forces that have influenced the development of the United States.  Themes such as popular culture, multiculturalism, the role of the state, sexuality,…

Learn how to edit videos using the feature-rich DaVinci Resolve 18 video editor with this free online course. DaVinci Resolve video editor has a huge emphasis on color, visual effects (VFX), and motion graphics, making it one of the best graphics and video editors. In this course, you will learn the powerful tools, features, and…

Are you interested in learning about Work Practice for Intellectual Disability Practice? Forus Training’s Level 5 course is starting on August 18th 2026 for €295 – payment options available!   This 7 week course will give you the knowledge, skill and competence to work in an organisation or specific vocational context, carrying out vocationally related tasks…

Learn how to work in the health and social care sector in the UK with this free online healthcare and caregiving course. This health and social care course suits anyone interested in the care industry or refreshes the skills of those already working in the field. We provide person-centred care strategies for preventing abuse and…

Learners who successfully complete this course will: understand the ways in which the reading public is offered information develop writing skills that answer the editorial needs of newspapers, radio or television write in different registers work to pre-defined, tight deadlines spot a potential story demonstrate an understanding, in writing, of the difference between fact and…

Who we think we are, what sense we make of ourselves and of our present, to a significant extent depends upon what we choose to remember. To remember, in turn, is always to construct. This module explores Herodotus’ Histories, the first written prose account of the past that explores the entire known world in a…

Learn how youth groups empower young people through community service and social care in this free online course. Young people are the future of society. They are energetic and offer a source of boundless potential that should be nurtured through inspiration and proper guidance. This course explains how to work with young people and lays…