Award in Probation Practice

Award in Probation Practice

MQF Level

7

Duration and Credits

2 Semesters

20 ECTS

Mode of Study

Part-time Day

This award will provide you with an induction course aimed at preparing you for the post of Probation Officer 1 (PO1) within the Department of Probation and Parole (DPP). You are expected to hold a degree in Human and Social Sciences in order to be eligible to enrol in this award. The award will enable you to develop an understanding of the dynamics of probation, as well as other related community-based sanctions available in Malta. You will be introduced to the supervision techniques required when working with an offender population. Furthermore, you will learn how to prepare and write court reports.

Please check your eligibility to join this short course and time-tabling details with the Faculty for Social Wellbeing. The short course will only be delivered subject to a minimum number of applications being received.

Information for International applicants

The Course shall be open to applicants in possession of a first degree in Human and Social Sciences.

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Semester 1
 
Compulsory Unit (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
 
CRM5002 Dynamics in Probation: Interactivity and Counselling Concerns 10 ECTS      

 
 
Semester 2
 
Compulsory Unit (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
 
CRM5005 Probation and Other Forms of Community Based Alternatives 10 ECTS      

 

This programme of study is governed by the Regulations for Micro-credentials, 2024.

Upon successful completion of this award, you will be able to:

  1. Explain the legal implications of the Probation Service in Malta.
  2. Develop and prepare probation reports.
  3. Identify the mechanisms involved in monitoring and supervising offenders in the community.
  4. Develop a critical understanding of the implementation of alternatives to imprisonment.
  5. Demonstrate an understanding of the role and responsibilities of a probation officer.
  6. Demonstrate an understanding of the theoretical aspects of community sanctions.

Non EU Applicants:

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Completion of this micro-credential award you will have the opportunity to contribute to the field of community-based sanctions.

 

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