| Course Name |
Healthcare Assistant - Afternoon |
| Course Provider |
Cork College of Commerce |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Cork ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
5M3782 |
| 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 |
Part time, Afternoon, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Cork City |
| Course Content |
Expand+Introduction
This course promotes the development of knowledge, skills and competencies necessary for students to work in a range of care environments while enhancing an awareness of the roles and responsibilites of the care assistant. Emphasis is p...
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This course promotes the development of knowledge, skills and competencies necessary for students to work in a range of care environments while enhancing an awareness of the roles and responsibilites of the care assistant. Emphasis is placed on the importance of issues such as respect, dignity, empathy and confidentiality in the care of individuals in a healthcare setting.
Students will participate in
MAPA training (Management of Actual or Potential Aggression training)
A fully equipped nursing/HCA room for all of their practical work
Safety and Health at Work workshop
Common Purpose Pitstop Leadership Programme for selected students.
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| FET Code |
5M3782 - Health Service Skills |
| Comment |
Certification
QQI Level 5 Health Services Skills 5M3782
Manual handling and people moving training and certification (requirement for work experience)
Vulnerable Adult Awareness Certificate |
| Alternative Entry |
Expand+International Students
The Cork College of Commerce welcomes applicants from all parts of the world. We value the cultural diversity and richness that international students bring to the College.Non-EU students must comply with Irish Immigration re...
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The Cork College of Commerce welcomes applicants from all parts of the world. We value the cultural diversity and richness that international students bring to the College.Non-EU students must comply with Irish Immigration requirements. A visa from the Immigration Section of the Department of Justice and Equality must be secured, prior to acceptance.
*Note for International Students - if English is not your first language you must complete a compulsory English Language Assessment, this will be held on the following dates Tuesday July 11th 2017 and August 22nd 2017. The College Admissions Office will assign to you the date of your English Language Assessment. Please refer to the college website www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie under the link International Students 2017 to read the requirements and exemptions for International Applicants.Non-EU students will be required to pay a tuition fee, determined by the Department of Education and Skills. For further details please contact the College.
Further Enquiries: Ms. Susan Holland OLeary (Disability Support Officer) Tel: (021) 4223 828E-mail: sholland@ccoc.ie
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| Course Fee |
Expand+500 including QQI examination fees. (Medical card holders exempt from 250)
Additional costs for a uniform, kits and vaccinations.
These services include the supply of certain classroom and study materials, field trips, industrial site visits...
Hide-500 including QQI examination fees. (Medical card holders exempt from 250)
Additional costs for a uniform, kits and vaccinations.
These services include the supply of certain classroom and study materials, field trips, industrial site visits, facilitating the visits of guest lecturers, the provision of extra training (examples include manual handling, patient handling, conflict resolution and leadership courses), free IT and printing supports for students, the availability of many leisure and recreational pursuits and the ongoing support of College teams and societies.
Exemptions:
There are no exemptions from this charge; however a student whose VTOS place has been confirmed will be refunded the charge.
200
Department of Education and Skills (DES) Programme Participant Contribution
Since Budget 2010 the DES has stipulated that all participants on Further Education (FE) courses are required to pay 200 to secure their place on their chosen course.
Exemptions:
All students who are holders of a medical card or a dependant of a medical card holder, receive VTOS or BTEA are exempt from paying this charge. Students who successfully apply for and receive a student maintenance grant will be refunded this charge.
50/80 Examination Fees: Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI).
Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) is an internationally recognised educational accrediting body. The vast majority of courses in the college are awarded by QQI. The QQI examination fees for the coming academic year are 50 for a level 5 qualification and 80 for a level 6 qualification.
This fee is paid at registration at the beginning of the year. The remaining courses offered by the College are certified by other accrediting bodies and have their own exam fees. They may differ slightly from year to year due to sterling exchange rates. Course costs on each course page include these fees.
Other Costs
Some courses incur an extra cost which is related to kits, uniforms, manuals etc.
Exemptions: All students who receive VTOS are exempt from paying examination fees; students who are holders of a Medical Card or a dependant of a Medical Card holder are exempt from paying QQI examination fees only.
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| Financial Support |
Maintenance Grant Scheme
The Department of Education and Skills provides a means-tested maintenance grant for learners attending full-time Further Education courses. Information regarding eligibility and application details is available at www.susi.ie |
| Application Date |
Expand+Enrolment Procedure 4 Step Process
Step 1: Complete the application form
The application form can be completed online at www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie. When you apply online you will receive a personal account and ID, this will enable you to vi...
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Step 1: Complete the application form
The application form can be completed online at www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie. When you apply online you will receive a personal account and ID, this will enable you to view all college correspondence in relation to your application.
(Applicants can complete the application on-line in the college if required)
*For students whose first language in not English, please refer to the International Students section of this prospectus with regard to compulsory English Language Assessment.
Step 2: Attend for Interview
Applicants will be invited for interview at the college. Interviews are held a number of times per year from Springtime through to course commencement. The interview simply acts to match the applicant against the course in terms of suitability, commitment and expectation.
Step 3: Accept Place on Course
Successful applicants will be notified of the offer of a place on a college course by post and by e-mail. Applicants must secure this place by paying the relevant Course Fee before a set date. Failure to do so may result in the place being offered to another applicant.
Step 4: Registration and Induction
When students are offered a place on a course the notification will also contain information regarding dates for registration and induction. All students must attend the college on these
designated dates.
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| Application Weblink |
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| Subjects Taught |
Expand+Course Content:
Care of the Older Person 5N2706
Care Skills 5N2770
Care Support 5N0758
Communications 5N0690
Infection Prevention and Control 5N3734
Nutrition 5N2006
Palliative Care 5N3769
Work Experience 5N1356
Work Placem...
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Care of the Older Person 5N2706
Care Skills 5N2770
Care Support 5N0758
Communications 5N0690
Infection Prevention and Control 5N3734
Nutrition 5N2006
Palliative Care 5N3769
Work Experience 5N1356
Work Placement / Experience
Students undertake work placement of two weeks in a hospital or care home setting in their own time. Garda vetting is an integral part of the application procedure for this course. Vaccinations are required for work experience in a healthcare setting.
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| Entry Requirements |
Leaving Certificate, LCA or QQI Level 4. Mature students are exempt from Leaving Certificate requirement. All applicants are interviewed. Experience in the sector is vital for application to this course. Note: Prospective students should also be aware that some aspects of this course are physically demanding and should satisfy themselves that they are physically fit enough to undertake it. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Education Progression Opportunities
CCOC QQI Advanced Certificate in Health Services Supervisory Management Skills 6M4978. CCOC QQI Advanced Certificate in Psychosocial Awareness and Training (Inclusive Education and Training 6M2263). Excellent pro...
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CCOC QQI Advanced Certificate in Health Services Supervisory Management Skills 6M4978. CCOC QQI Advanced Certificate in Psychosocial Awareness and Training (Inclusive Education and Training 6M2263). Excellent progression opportunities to UCC and other Higher Education colleges. Special arrangements in place with CIT (CCPS), Tralee IT and Waterford IT for preferential entry for College of Commerce students. Up to 390 CAO points for CIT can be attained by successful completion of this course.
Career Opportunities
Nursing homes, hospitals, agency work, private homecare sector, intellectual disability environments. All students can access the Jobs Advice Hub (see pg. 85). Graduates can subscribe to CCOC college jobs register and CCOC LinkedIn alumni for up to date vacancies and networking.
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| Further Enquiries |
For further information email: healthcarelevel5@ccoc.ie (021) 4223831
Telephone 021 422 2100
email apply@ccoc.ie
Website www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie |