Healthcare Support
This course provides a recognised qualification necessary for working as a Health Care Assistant in a variety of settings, including hospitals, day and residential care, mental health, palliative care and the home. The content of the course focuses on preparing the learner for the workplace. It equips the carer with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in this rewarding role as a member of the care team.
| 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
1 Year Full Time
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate (or equivalent)
No academic requirements for over 23s
Places are offered following successful interview
Successful candidates will be required to have obtained Garda Clearance before commencing their work experience module.
All students are recommended to have received 3 doses of the Hepatitis B vaccine before commencing their work experience.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
Healthcare Assistant in :
Hospitals
Nursing Homes
Residential Care
Home Care
Higher Education Progression
Waterford Institute of Technology
BSc in Applied Healthcare Level 7
BA (Honours) in Social Care Practice Level 8
BA (Honours) in Social Science Level 8
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Level 8
Further information
Courses commence in September 2023.
Student Service Contribution:
€200
All learners must wear a uniform in College and on work placement. This consists of a ceil blue (unisex) tunic, navy cardigan or a plain zip up navy fleece (no hoodies), navy trousers, black/navy leather closed flat shoes (laced/velcro) and black/navy socks. A plain white short sleeved tee shirt under the tunic is permitted. Student ID badges must be worn on campus and work placemen
Those wishing to avail of grant support are encouraged to apply without delay to SUSI at www.susi.ie
Apply online via link below.
Course Content:
Care Skills
Care Support
Communications
Human Growth & Development
Nursing Theory & Practice
Infection Prevention & Control
Care of the Older Person
Patient Moving & Handling
First Aid Response
Safety & Health at Work
Word Processing
Work Experience
Note: The student must spend a minimum of 30 days on work experience placement during the academic year.
5M4339 - Healthcare Support
Award: QQI Level 5
Moving & Patient Handling Certificate
First Aid Response Certificate
Phone: 053 9236969
Mobile: 086 0666721