Intermediary Studies - Professional Diploma Graduate profile
Key information
This programme can lead to the following sectors and careers:
- Registered intermediary roles within the Irish justice system
- Specialist communication support for vulnerable individuals in legal settings
- Advocacy and policy development for equal access to justice
- Training and consultancy in communication strategies for legal professionals
- Research and development in forensic linguistics and accessibility in justice systems
I chose to undertake the Professional Diploma in Intermediary Studies at University of Limerick as I wanted to apply my clinical skills, as a Speech and Language Therapist, in a new and exciting way- to support and facilitate individuals with communication difficulties to give their best evidence in their interactions with the Irish Criminal Justice system.
The course is facilitated both by the School of Allied Health and the School of Law, which gave me practical knowledge and a deeper understanding of the intermediary role, thereby opening doors to new career opportunities. The course is part-time and the flexible structure and support from lecturers made it manageable. If you're considering this programme, I would highly recommend it - especially if you're passionate about working within the criminal justice system to support and facilitate individuals to give their best evidence and apply your clinical skills in a new environment.
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