Healthcare Support
| 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
8 months. 3 days per week.
Entry Requirements
Successful performance at interview.
Candidates must be in a position to obtain Garda Clearance.
Candidates must supply two written references (character, work or educational).
Students must also obtain 4 weeks practical work experience in a HSE registered Care Facility. Students must source this work experience placement themselves.
Careers / Further progression
Progression
Learners who have successfully completed this award could expect to find employment in hospitals, nursing homes, or in the community. This award facilitates entry on a competitive basis through the CAO to a range of third level institutions nationwide leading to awards at a higher level on the National Framework of Qualifications.
Further information
Courses commence in September 2023.
Mature students are welcome on all courses.
Student Grants
If you think you are eligible for the student grant, you should apply through the website: https://susi.ie/
If you have any queries contact 0761 0878 74 or email: support@susi.cdvec.ie.
Yes
Apply online via link below.
To be eligible for School-time offers applicants must:
Apply between October and April
Be available for interview in May
All School-time applicants will receive interview results by second week in June
Applicants should accept their place offer and pay deposit by the end of June.
Summer-time registration and deadline is September 2nd
(Childcare Level 5 applications close August 31st to allow for Garda Vetting)
To be eligible for Summer –time offers applicants must:
Apply between May and October 9th
Be available for interview between September 3rd and October 15th
All Summer-time applicants will receive interview results within 3 days of completing their interview.
Applicants should accept their place offer and pay deposit by third week in October
Summer-time registration and deposit payment deadline is third week in October
*Please note: There are no interviews during the Summer State Examinations
CTI Senior College is closed for July but our application webpage is still open.
(*each course will commence subject to sufficient demand and funding)
Course Description
This three day a week Further Education course provides an insight in to the caring profession. Its purpose is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work with a range of ages in providing support in a variety of healthcare settings and/or to progress to further/higher education/training. It is suitable for both school leavers and mature students seeking a formal qualification.
Care Skills
Care Support
Safety and Health at Work
Work Experience
Customer Service
Care of the Older Person
Infection Prevention & Control
Palliative Care
IT (Level 4)
First Aid Response (PHECC certified)
Patient Moving and Manual Handling
*Course content subject to change.
5M4339 - Health Care Support.
Certification:
Awarding Body: QQI
Award type: Major
Title: Health Care Support
Code: 5M4339
Level: 5
Credit value: 120
Siobhan Nolan, Course Coordinator
Tel: (052) 612 6269
Email: adulted@tipperaryetb.ie