Healthcare Support
Learners must complete 240 hours’ work experience in a suitable healthcare setting which might be a nursing home, hospital or day care centre. Students may need to complete a patient moving and handling course and basic first aid responder course prior to starting their work placement.
| 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
Classroom: 32 Weeks
Study in a classroom environment one evening a week.
Fully Online: Access for 40 Weeks
This course is delivered fully online and can be started anytime.
Blended Online: 40 weeks
Delivered through live online webinars, pre-recorded lectures, and access to associated reading material.
Entry Requirements
A minimum Ordinary Level Leaving Certificate standard of education or equivalent education or experience. Proficiency in English language.
Further information
Start Date:
Classroom: 23rd September 2024
Fully Online: Start Anytime
Blended Online: 23rd September 2024
Delivery
This course is delivered by our sister college The College of Progressive Education part-time and online.
Classroom: Price from €1,535 (Installment Price: €1,535)
Fully Online: Price from €995 (Installment Price: €1,095)
Blended Online: Price from €1,210 (Installment Price: €,1,095)
Learners must complete 240 hours’ work experience in a suitable healthcare setting which might be a nursing home, hospital or day care centre. Students may need to complete a patient moving and handling course and basic first aid responder course prior to starting their work placement.
Award: QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support Major Award
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
Continuous Assessment
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