| Course Name |
Emergency Care Personnel |
| Course Provider |
Limerick College of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Limerick & Clare ETB |
| Course Code |
5M4349 ECPX |
| 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, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Limerick City |
| Course Content |
Expand+Programme Overview
This 1 year, full time programme is aimed at those who wish to progress on to paramedics, either in the Fire or Ambulance Services. Learners who successfully complete this programme will gain essential knowledge and skills in area...
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This 1 year, full time programme is aimed at those who wish to progress on to paramedics, either in the Fire or Ambulance Services. Learners who successfully complete this programme will gain essential knowledge and skills in areas relevant to these careers and it is envisaged that this programme will improve the chances of recruitment in either the Fire or Ambulance Service. This programme is also suitable for adults seeking qualifications to return to the workforce, as Nursing Studies, Level 5, is included in this programme.
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| FET Code |
5M4349 - Nursing Studies |
| Duration |
1 Year |
| Comment |
Expand+Award:
QQI Level 5 Nursing Studies 5M4349
Emergency Services Training Institute (ESTI) - Fire Safety
PHECC (Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council)
Additional Certification
Fees available on request
Breathing Apparatus Fire Warden Hazard...
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QQI Level 5 Nursing Studies 5M4349
Emergency Services Training Institute (ESTI) - Fire Safety
PHECC (Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council)
Additional Certification
Fees available on request
Breathing Apparatus Fire Warden Hazardous Chemicals
Emergency First Responder (EFR) incorporating Defibrillator Training.
This is the PHECC standard for Emergency First Response and AED use
Emergency Medical Technician - This is the PHECC standard for the National Qualification Emergency Medical Technician (NQEMT)
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| 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
Anatomy & Physiology
Word Processing
Safety & Health at Work
Nursing Theory & Practice
Occupational First Aid
Human Growth & Development
Care Skills or Care Provision and Practice
Communications
Work Experience*
*Work Experience is a mandatory part of the programme. Learners are responsible for finding their own work experience placement in a variety of healthcare /emergency care settings. |
| 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 |
Expand+Employment / Progression Opportunities
The programme design is vocational in nature.
Those who succeed in obtaining all the certification listed above will be eligible to apply for various positions in the Emergency Services.
Award hold...
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The programme design is vocational in nature.
Those who succeed in obtaining all the certification listed above will be eligible to apply for various positions in the Emergency Services.
Award holders are qualified to work as professional careers in social, health or community care environments.
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
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| Further Enquiries |
Tel: 061 414 344
Fax: 061 414 186
email: apply@lcfe.ie
Website : www.lcfe.ie |
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