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Work Experience - Healthcare

Lifelong Learning
5N1356

The course is designed is to equip the learner with the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to participate in the workplace for a limited time, carrying out work-related tasks independently while under general direction in a care setting.

Award Name Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Minor
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 5 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) Minor QQI Level 5 NFQ
Course Provider:
Location:
Derrane
Attendance Options:
Blended, Evening, Online or Distance, Part time, Weekend
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Course provider
Number of credits:
15 credit value

Duration

21 Hours directed learning (evenings and Saturdays) plus 120 hours work placement in a healthcare environment.

Entry Requirements

Entry Level:
- QQI Level 4 Certificate or equivalent qualification and /or relevant life and work experience.
- Competent in spoken and written English.

Careers / Further progression

Progression Route:
Learners who complete this module can progress towards the full QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support 5M4339.

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Further information

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Course Aim:
The course is designed is to equip the learner with the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to participate in the workplace for a limited time, carrying out work-related tasks independently while under general direction in a care setting.

Course Content
Examine work organisations and personal career opportunities
Key challenges and opportunities facing a particular vocational area
Rights and responsibilities of employees and employers
Personal and vocational skills audit and career plan
Present relevant work experience material
Participate effectively in work experience
Reflect on workplace experiences
Explore options for future education, training and employment in light of work experience

- Skills demonstration carried out in a care environment 40%.
- Portfolio/collection of work 60%.

5N1356 Work Experience

Accreditation: QQI Level 5.

Course Delivery
Directed Learning in a face-to-face setting
Directed learning via Virtual Classroom (blended Learning) on online Zoom Platform
Group Discussions/Interactions/Breakout Rooms
Work Experience/Simulated Work environment
Tutorials/One on one supported learning
Role Play
Self-Directed Learning
Problem-Based Learning

All training is delivered in a people-centered, friendly, and enjoyable learning environment to ensure each learner is given every opportunity to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and competence to excel in a caring role. Training is delivered by expert dedicated tutors with a background and in-depth knowledge and experience of the healthcare sector including competency with blended learning model of delivery.

RSG Centre, Derrane,
Co. Roscommon F42 WK60
Phone: +353 (0)90 66 25852
Email: info@rsg.ie

Course Provider:
Location:
Derrane
Attendance Options:
Blended, Evening, Online or Distance, Part time, Weekend
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
15 credit value