Caring for the Older Person
This course will equip students with the skills and knowledge to competently work with older clients in a professional and compassionate manner.
| 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
The course runs one year full time from September to May.
Entry Requirements
Complete the online application form and applicants will be contacted to come for an interview. Learners on this course will require Garda Vetting which the college will do with each student.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
There are opportunities to go directly into employment.
Third Level Links/Progression
There are opportunities to progress to other relevant higher awards in Third Level such as General Nursing (DCU) and Applied Social Studies in Social Care (TU Dublin). For more information.
Further information
€50 registration fee.
Please note that course fees are subject to change.
Students undertaking any full time Further Education course may apply for a means tested PLC maintenance grant. Apply online at www.susi.ie
Yes
Course Modules:
Care Support (5N0758)
Safety and Health at Work (5N1794)
Care Skills (5N2770)
Communications (5N0690)
Work Experience (5N1356)
Care of the Older Person (5N2706)
Social Studies (5N1370)
Challenging Behaviour (5N1706)
5M4339 - Healthcare Support
Certification: QQI Level 5 Certificate in Health Care Support – 5M4339
Pearse College of Further Education
Clogher Road, Crumlin,
Dublin 12.
Phone: (01) 453 6661 or 01 454 1544
Email: information@pearse.cdetb.ie
Web: www.pearsecollege.ie