Pre-Emergency Services Studies
If you require upskilling in core subjects necessary for progression in the Emergency Services field or similar health allied careers / rescue careers this is the course to develop your readiness further.
| Award Name | First Aid Response |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | PreHospital Emergency Care Council |
| NFQ Level | |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Aid Response | PreHospital Emergency Care Council | ||
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year
Entry Requirements
Any student over 16 years seeking entry to this programme does not need a previous formal qualification. (Min. age for Emergency Services careers through publicjobs.ie is 18) However, the student must demonstrate at interview the capacity to successfully participate on this programme. This includes both the academic and work experience elements of the programme. Should the student have previous qualifications, one of the following may be advantageous for admission to the programme:
- Leaving Certificate/LCA
- QQI Level 4 Award
- Students who may not have formal academic requirements but who have the ability to successfully participate on the course will be considered. (RPL Recognition of Prior Learning)
- Interview
Garda Vetting required.
Careers / Further progression
CAO / CAREER / PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES
The purpose of this award is to enable the learner to develop the knowledge, skills and competencies required to undertake a career in the primary emergency services such as the Ambulance Services. Students wishing to access careers in emergency services should register for updates with Publicjobs.ie. Students are responsible for checking eligibility requirements. There are also employment opportunities available to students with private ambulance and event medical providers.
Students may also progress to participating Higher Education Institutions (HEI’s) through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme. Key in this course code 5M4468 to see the list of Third Level courses this Award links with via the Careers Portal Website -https://careersportal.ie/courses/cao_fetac_links.php
Some degrees will have specific module requirements. Please Check at CAO stage. You can also select “any award” in the same search box and this will return all courses open to students who have successfully completed a QQI Level 5 course.
Students may progress to The National Qualification in Emergency Medical Technology (NQEMT-EMT), UK Level 3 Diploma in Ambulance Emergency and Urgent Care Support, UK Level 4 Diploma for Associate Ambulance Practitioners offered by DX2 Training Solutions. Possibility of entering Paramedic degrees in U.L. , UCC & U.K. subject to entry requirements.
Further information
Commencing September 2024
Mature students are welcome to apply. Formal academic qualifications not required.
Course Costs
€50
Student Grants
Eligible students can apply for a SUSI Grant to assist with course costs. Please contact SUSI.ie for further information.
Back to Education Allowance
Eligible students can avail of the Back to Education Allowance which enables students to retain their benefit payment while studying. Please contact your local INTREO office or welfare.ie for further information.
Apply online via link above
Anatomy and Physiology
Human Growth & Development
Work Experience
Teamworking
Infection Prevention & Control
Word Processing
Maths
Nursing Theory & Practice
Emergency Dept. Care Skills
To supplement and enhance QQI modules the course will offer specialist training during the year on PHECC Emergency First Response (EFR), Manual Handling and Aptitude Test preparation.
The company Test Preparations will also assist with Psychometric guidance
Please note the components listed above may vary occasionally.
HOW WILL I LEARN?
You will have a mixture of classroom-based subjects, clinical practicals, mandatory work placement and independent study. You will be expected to complete assignments throughout the year. Course work will consist of a combination of onsite & online learning.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
A full Award is granted on passing relevant eight components. You will be assessed throughout and at the end of the year (Continuous Assessment). On successful completion of each component, you will be awarded a Pass, a Merit or a Distinction grade.
5M4468 - Community Health Services.
Certification:
QQI Level 5 Award in Community Health Services 5M4468.
PHECC Emergency First Response (EFR), Manual Handling
Enquiries: danielle.connolly@kmcfe.cdetb.ie
North Strand Campus
171 North Strand Road, Dublin 1, D01 Y160
T: 01 855 7116
F: 01 855 4064