Healthcare Support
Our QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support Course is perfect for those looking to work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA). Our course aims to provide learners with a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical skills necessary to succeed in their work. The course focuses on relevant modules that focus on a specific area of care.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
Delivered Through The Following Channels:
Classroom:
32 weeks. Study in a classroom environment two evenings a week.
Blended Online:
40 weeks. Delivered through live online webinars, pre-recorded lectures, and access to associated reading material.
Online:
Access 40 Weeks. This course is delivered fully online and can be started anytime.
Single module options available.
Entry Requirements
A minimum Ordinary Level Leaving Certificate standard of education or equivalent education or experience. Proficiency in the English language.
As per QQI requirements, if you wish to use previously achieved modules to complete your Major Award, then they must have been achieved within the last five years. You must provide the College with copies of these certificates in order to go forward for certification once you have completed your programme of training with us.
Garda Vetting
Garda Vetting is a legal requirement under the National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Acts 2012 to 2016 for the vetting of persons carrying out work with children or vulnerable persons.
Students must complete the Garda Vetting process before commencing work placement.
Students who have spent more than 6 months living outside of Ireland will need to provide a copy of their Police Clearance Certification for all international addresses that they have lived at, before starting placement.
Careers / Further progression
Achievement of this award will enable the learner to transfer to other appropriate programmes leading to awards at the same level of the National Framework of Qualifications.
Further information
Starting Dates:
Classroom: 26th September 2023
Blended Online: 11th October 2023
Online: Anytime.
Dublin City Centre
Dublin 2
Classroom:
Full Price: €1,535.
Blended Online:
Full Price: €1210
Online:
Full Price: €995.
Payment Plans: Choose to pay in full or sign up with with our available instalment plan.
For multiple module pricing - view the course webpage - link below.
This healthcare support course allows students to gain the knowledge and skill to work in a variety of healthcare settings. Students can also choose to progress to further or higher education. Whether learners want to work in the hospital, residential care, or community care, they will find that the modules are highly applicable in the workplace.
Learning Outcomes:
The learning outcomes of the course aims to prepare learners through the following:
Providing an understanding of the needs of the person in their care in relation to the maintenance of their dignity, respect, self-esteem, and choice
Demonstrating knowledge of a range of theories, practices, guidelines, and legal requirements pertaining to Healthcare Support practice.
Evaluating and using the information to plan, develop and implement appropriate Healthcare strategies in a variety of care settings whilst working under specific direction and supervision within a support capacity
Applying knowledge and skills within a range of varied and specific healthcare contexts in accordance with accepted guidelines and practice and legal requirements.
Demonstrating a broad range of practice, research, interpersonal and caring skills in providing Health Care Support to a wide range of client groups in a range of health care settings.
Course Modules:
5N2770 – Care Skills
5N0758 – Care Support
5N1794 – Safety and Health at Work
5N0690 – Communications
5N1356 – Work Experience
5N0749 – Anatomy & Physiology
5N1279 – Human Growth and Development
5N4325 – Nursing Theory and Practice
Purchasing Multiple Modules (ONLINE ONLY):
All of our available modules in this award can be purchased individually or in a combination with a desired number of the other modules.
Learners must complete 160 hours of work experience in a suitable healthcare setting which might be a nursing home, hospital, or daycare centre. Students may need to complete a patient moving and handling course and basic first aid responder course prior to starting their work placement.
5M4339 Healthcare Support
Qualifications:
QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support 5M4339.
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