Health Science & Complementary Therapies

Sligo College of Further Education

 

Course Name Health Science & Complementary Therapies
Course Provider Sligo College of Further Education
Alternative Provider(s) Mayo Sligo Leitrim ETB
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Course Code 5M4468
Course Type PLC Post Leaving Cert
Qualifications
Award NameNFQ ClassificationAwarding BodyNFQ Level
Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)  More info... Major QQI Level 5 NFQ
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Attendance Options Full time
Location (Districts) Ballinode
Course Content This course is designed to equip students with a range of practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to work under supervision in the Complementary Health Therapy industry. Students may progress to further education in this specialist area or in the health sciences. Students receive hands-on experience in treatments which encourage general health and well-being in an applied learning environment.
FET Code 5M4468 - Community, Health Services
Duration Full Time from September to May.
Comment QQI Level 5 Award in Community Health Services (5M4468)
Course Fee Fees

• Student Services Fee: €250
• PLC Government Levy: €200
• QQI Examination Fees: €50
• Additional Fees: 450

The following Exemptions Apply:
PLC Government Levy - Medical Card - Grant- BTEA - VTOS
QQI Examination Fees - Medical Card (QQI Only) - VTOS
Financial Support PLC Maintenance Grant
All applications for grants must be made online to SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland). Applications for the 2017/18 academic year will open when the 2017 Grants Scheme is announced by the Department of Education and Skills.

Applicants who wish to apply for a PLC Maintenance Grant should first check their eligibility at www.susi.ie
Application Weblink Web Page - Click Here
Subjects Taught Course Content

• Anatomy & Physiology 5N0749
• Work Experience 5N1356
• Exercise and Fitness 5N2668
• Holistic Massage 6N3478
• Reflexology 5N5371
• Beauty, Industry Ethics & Practice 5N3470
• Sports First Aid
• Nutrition 5N2006
• Anatomy & Physiology - ITEC
• Professional Conduct & Business Awareness - ITEC
• Massage - ITEC
• Reflexology - ITEC
Entry Requirements • Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent.


• Interview


• Mature applicants welcome
Careers or Further Progression Career Opportunities:

Graduates may pursue employment in the following areas:
• Leisure Centres
• Health Spas
• Hotels
• Salons
• Sports Clubs
• Care Settings for various client groups
Further Enquiries Phone 071-9145480
Email: sligocfe@msletb.ie
Web: www.sligocfe.ie