| Course Name |
Healthcare Support |
| Course Provider |
Roscrea Community College |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Tipperary ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
5M4339 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
More info...
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Roscrea |
| Course Content |
This is the nationally recognised qualification for work as a Healthcare Assistant. This programme is designed for those who wish to pursue a career in the caring profession and work as part of a professional healthcare team. The candidate acquires the practical skills and knowledge necessary to work as a healthcare assistant. |
| FET Code |
5M4339 - Healthcare Support |
| Duration |
1 year |
| Comment |
Certification:
Healthcare Support Award (5M4339) QQI Level 5
Safe Patient Handling,
Cardiac First Response, Hand Hygiene,
Recognising and Responding to Elder Abuse |
| Course Fee |
Expand+If successful at interview:
A booking fee of 25 (non-refundable) must be paid to secure a place on our PLC courses.
Resource contribution fee 75 payable on registration
Additional courses/services fees payable on registration
(these c...
Hide-If successful at interview:
A booking fee of 25 (non-refundable) must be paid to secure a place on our PLC courses.
Resource contribution fee 75 payable on registration
Additional courses/services fees payable on registration
(these costs are outlined on the college website www.cpr.ie)
(*current medical card, VTOS, BTEA holders or candidates in receipt of the student grant scheme are exempt from these fees)
Department of Education and Skills Contribution fee 200 payable on registration
Exam fees 50 payable in spring (if applicable)
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| Financial Support |
Applicants may be eligible for a maintenance grant further information and applications forms are available on: www.susi.ie |
| Interview |
Interviews in May and August |
| Application Date |
Applications are accepted from Spring each year and interviews for course places take place in late May and August.
Apply online (link below) or contact the college on 0505 2393 or
Email: ColaistePhobal@tipperaryetb.ie, for application form.
Application form downloadable from college website also - http://www.cpr.ie/images/application_form_2017.pdf |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Courses commence in September 2017 |
| Subjects Taught |
Care Support
Care Skills
Safety and Health at Work
Communications
Work Experience*
Challenging Behaviour
Care of the Older Person
Human Growth and Development
Nursing Theory and Practice
Word Processing
Work Experience (25 days) is a mandatory part of this programme.
Work placement must be in a healthcare setting eg Hospitals/Nursing Homes/
Day Care/Special Needs Centres |
| Entry Requirements |
Leaving Certificate or equivalent, prior experience or a keen interest in the area.
The Garda vetting process must be completed in respect of all individuals working with children or vulnerable adults - work placements will require students be vaccinated against Hepatitis 8 virus. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
FURTHER STUDY
Candidates can use this qualification to progress, through the Higher Links Scheme, to
further studies in Third Level Institutions.
Waterford I.T. (WD 188) Applied Health Care
Athlone I.T. (AL 860) Social Care Practice
Limerick I.T. (LC 292) Applied Social Studies (Social Care)
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
An Award holder is qualified to work as a Healthcare Assistant in Hospitals and a variety of Health, Community and Agency settings. |
| Further Enquiries |
Email: ColaistePhobal@tipperaryetb.ie
or jnielsen@tipperaryetb.ie
Phone: 0505 23939 or 087-1727405
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| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |