| Course Name |
Healthcare Support |
| Course Provider |
Limerick College of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Limerick & Clare ETB |
| Course Code |
5M4339 HSXX |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time |
| Location (Districts) |
Limerick City |
| Course Content |
Course Overview
This 1 year, full time programme is designed for those who wish to pursue to a career in the caring profession, in a variety of healthcare settings. It is designed to equip the learner with the skills and understanding to work as a member of a professional healthcare team. |
| FET Code |
5M4339 - Healthcare Support |
| Duration |
1 Year |
| Comment |
Award: QQI Level 5 - Healthcare Support - 5M4339 |
| Course Fee |
There are no tuition fees payable to the College by EU nationals. However, learners are liable for registration fees, examination fees, and for some courses, materials fees. Registration fees vary depending on programme choice. Applicants will be informed of individual programme fees and possible exemptions at interview. |
| Financial Support |
Means-tested Maintenance Grants are available to qualifying learners. These grants are administered by Learner Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.Learnerfinance.ie. All applications must be made on-line. The College has a Grants Officer, who will advise applicants, as necessary. |
| Interview |
Interviews will be held in May and places will be offered at that stage. Interviews will also be held in late August to fill anyremaining places. Therefore, early application is advisable. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Application Fee |
Note that an Application Administration Fee of €20 now applies to all applications. This is a non refundable payment. |
| Subjects Taught |
Typical Modules
Care Skills
Human Growth & Development
Communications
Safety and Health at Work
Care of the Older Person
Occupational First Aid
Nursing Theory & Practice
Word Processing
Work Experience*
*Work Experience (30 Days) is a mandatory part of this programme. Learners are responsible for finding their own work experience placement in a Health Care setting e.g. Hospitals/Nursing Homes/Day Care/Special Needs Centres. |
| Entry Requirements |
• Applicants must have Leaving Certificate, LCA or equivalent.
• Holders of a QQI Level 4 Award are also eligible to apply.
• Mature learners (over 23) may be exempt from the above academic
requirements.
• In addition applicants will have to undertake an interview. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Employment / Progression Opportunities
• Award holders are qualified to work as a healthcare professional/nursing attendant in a variety of health and community settings.
• Universities, Institutes of Technology and other Colleges will be offering opportunities for further studies. Please check with the individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending or visit www.qqi.ie |
| Further Enquiries |
Tel: 061 414 344
Fax: 061 414 186
email: apply@lcfe.ie
Website : www.lcfe.ie |
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