Health Service Skills with Occupational Therapy Studies
Programme Aim
The aim of this one year programme (5M3782 Health Services Skills) is to provide the learner with an understanding of treatment and therapeutic interventions in everyday activities in a variety of healthcare settings.
Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
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NFQ Classification | Major |
Awarding Body | QQI |
NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
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Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year (38 weeks)
Entry Requirements
Education: NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners)
*Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
Careers / Further progression
Employability Statement
On completion of this Programme, learners may pursue roles within the Health, Family and Social Care sector which may include working as Health Care Support Workers, Carers, Youth Workers or in a broad range of roles in this industry in the public, community and private sectors. Recognition of regulatory and statutory bodies is confirmed for some programmes.
Further information
Start Date 11/09/2023
End Date 31/05/2024
There may be charges associated with this course. Please check with the course provider.
View www.studentfinance.ie for information on funding available
Apply via link below on FETCHCOURSES.ie
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to work under supervision in a variety of healthcare settings or to progress to further and or higher education and training in Ireland or the UK.
Modules
Work Experience (5N1356)
Safety & Health at Work (5N1794)
Care of the Older Person (5N2706)
Care Skills (5N2770)
Care Support (5N0758)
Teamworking (5N1367)
Infection Prevention & Control (5N3734)
Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice (5N3765)
Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory (5N3766)
5M3782 Health Services Skills
Patricia McGuckin
pmcguckin@loetb.ie