Healthcare Support
CMIT is offering learners an opportunity to pursue the QQI Healthcare Support (Level 5 Major Award). This major award meets the Irish educational requirements to work in public and private healthcare facilities.
| 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
Learners have 12 months to complete the course.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements / Prerequisites
• Leaving Cert, Level 4 award or equivalent, and/or relevant Life or Work Experience.
• Applicants who are not currently in employment in a registered healthcare setting will be required to secure work experience in the healthcare sector for 120 hours. This can be carried out at any stage of the course either on a full or part time basis (please contact the Student Support Team for further details). Those who do not have work experience in place will be required to complete a course suitability interview.
• Learners will be required to participate in live online classes/webinars.
• Some assessments require completion of work, which must be evaluated by a suitably qualified supervisor or manager.
• Learners will be required to successfully complete Garda Vetting prior to commencing work experience in a registered healthcare setting. Please contact the college if you require assistance in completing Garda Vetting.
• Learners must be a resident of Ireland / based in Ireland and hold a valid PPS Number.
• Basic working knowledge of computers and access to a computer with internet access is required to do the course.
• As this NFQ qualification is delivered through English it is necessary learners will have sufficient written English skills to complete this course. Learners for whom English is not a first language will be required to provide evidence of meeting a minimum English language and literacy competency of B2 in writing, reading, listening and speaking on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL).
• Learners entering programmes leading to awards at Level 5 will usually be proficient at reading, drafting, preparing, and understanding information across a broad range of topics, including quantitative information.
Careers / Further progression
Transfer and Progression to Further Studies
• This course leads to a level 5 Major Award on the National Framework of Qualifications.
• Learners who complete this programme of study may progress to relevant level 6 courses on the National Framework of Qualifications.
• More information on progression opportunities can be found on the CAO website and on the QQI website.
• Information on the progression to careers in nursing can be found on the Provider's website.
• It is possible to gain exemptions from certain components of the course. If you already hold a qualifying QQI Level 5 award, please contact us with your details, and we will advise you of available exemptions.
Further information
Start date: Any time and work at your own pace.
€995
Call us on 01-2865783, for interest-free and other Instalment Plan options.
QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support (5M4339)
Course Details
CMIT is offering learners an opportunity to pursue the QQI Healthcare Support (Level 5 Major Award). This major award meets the Irish educational requirements to work in public and private healthcare facilities. The course has been designed to equip learners with the recognised qualification within a 12-month duration. Upon the completion of this course learners will have gained the practical and theoretical skills needed to work safely and effectively as a healthcare assistant in a variety of healthcare settings with a strong focus on individual and person-centred care. In a climate where time is precious, CMIT is offering an innovative approach to learning. The CMIT eLearning system enables learners to work at their own pace while being fully supported by a qualified Tutor.
There is a qualified Healthcare Tutor assigned to all learners to provide guidance and assistance throughout the course and written personalised feedback is provided on all assessment work.
Who should complete this QQI Healthcare Support course?
• Those who wish to work as a Healthcare Assistant in Ireland: required for those who wish to pursue a career as a Healthcare Assistant in various settings like hospitals, nursing homes, or homecare. The course is tailored to learners eager to gain a recognised qualification in healthcare, with or without prior healthcare knowledge or experience.
• Learners Seeking Accredited Healthcare Education: Suitable for individuals aiming for an accredited qualification that meets Irish educational requirements for working in public and private healthcare facilities (hospital, nursing home or homecare setting). This course provides the necessary certification, ensuring compliance with Irish healthcare regulations.
• People Seeking Comprehensive Healthcare Training: The course covers a wide range of healthcare topics, including care planning, care of the older person, work experience preparation, care skills, health and safety, team working, infection prevention and control, and care provision and practice.
• Flexible Learners with a Focus on Practical Skills: Perfect for those who prefer distance learning with the flexibility to work at their own pace and who are committed to developing both practical and theoretical skills in healthcare. The course includes written assignments, online exams, and practical skills demonstrations.
Topics covered in this QQI Healthcare Support course
Component 1: Care Support
• Care Planning
• Working in healthcare
• Personal Development
Component 2: Care of the Older Person
• The needs of older people
• Working in healthcare
• Care of the older person in specific situations
Component 3: Work Experience
• Preparing for work experience
• Learning goals
• Work experience diary and review
• Career planning
• Learners maybe required to complete Patient Manual Handling Training & Cardiac/Basic First Aid Training before completing their work experience module. Please contact our Student Support Team for assistance.
• Insurance during work placement/work experience is provided by CMIT through their insurance provider.
Component 4: Care Skills
• Understanding care needs
• Intimate Care
• Safe use of care equipment
Component 5: Safety and Health at Work
• The importance of health and safety
• Health and safety planning
• Hazard identification
• Health and Safety Practice
Component 6: Teamworking
• Team Development
• Managing team performance
Component 7: Infection Prevention and Control
• Understanding Infection
• Planning infection prevention and control
• Implementing standard precautions
Component 8: Care Provision and Practise
• Understanding care needs
• The role of the care worker
• Care provision
The programme is assessed through completion of written assignments, online exams and practical skills demonstrations (which involves attending one onsite assessment centre day). All work submitted must be your own work.
As part of our quality assurance, assessment work will be marked by an Internal Assessor, then checked by an Internal Verifier and an independent QQI External Authenticator.
5M4339 Healthcare Support
Tel: 01 286 5783
Email: info@cmit.ie