| Course Name |
Healthcare Support / Nursing Studies |
| Course Provider |
Coláiste Pobail Bheanntraí |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Cork ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
5M4339 5M4349 |
| 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) |
Bantry |
| Course Content |
Expand+The demand for qualified healthcare professionals has increased significantly in recent years. With this demand there is the expectation that healthcare workers are trained to the highest standard in the practical, social and legal aspects of the pro...
Hide-The demand for qualified healthcare professionals has increased significantly in recent years. With this demand there is the expectation that healthcare workers are trained to the highest standard in the practical, social and legal aspects of the profession. Colaiste Pobail Bheanntrai QQI Level 5 courses in Health Care provide the essential elements of knowledge, competence and skill for academic progression or employment within Healthcare settings. The course subjects will, upon completion equip students with the necessary skills to work within the Caring Profession as Carers, Health Care Assistants and also Home Help Assistants.
Learners who participate on this programme will complete 10 individual modules, and can then choose which major award they wish to apply for. Learners can only apply for one of the awards. This means the programme will appeal to learners who wish to become care assistants and those that wish to progress to nursing at third level.
Who should participate in this course?
Healthcare Support certificate:
Learners who are looking to pursue a career as a Health Care Assistant in a hospital or nursing home.
It is anticipated in the sector that this award will be the minimum qualification for Healthcare Assistants.
Nursing Studies certificate:
Learners who are looking to pursue further third level studies with a view to becoming a qualified nurse.
Learners wishing to gain additional points for their CAO entry onto a nursing degree programme.
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| FET Code |
5M4339 - Healthcare Support or
5M4349 - Nursing Studies |
| Duration |
QQI Health care courses are a one year programme commencing September 2017 – May 2018 and will run from Monday to Friday 8.55 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. |
| Comment |
Qualifications
Successful graduates will be awarded the following:
◾Internationally recognized QQI Level 5 Certificate in Healthcare Support 5M4339
OR Nursing Studies 5M4349 (Major Award 10 Modules)
◾Certificate in Patient Moving and Handling
◾Certificate in First Aid/Heartsaver CPR |
| Course Fee |
Tuition Fees €515.00
Government PLC Levy 200.00
QQI Registration 50.00
Course Fees 200.00
Manual Handling 40.00
Book Rental 25.00
(Occupational First Aid will be offered as an optional extra)
Students in receipt of a Medical Card, ETB, VTOS or Back to Education Grants are exempt from €250.00 ONLY i.e. Government Levy and QQI Registration. |
| Financial Support |
Course approved for E.T.B. Grant application and VTOS places also available |
| Interview |
Yes |
| Application Date |
By 1st September 2017
To apply, simply download an application form and forward to the College. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Starting September 2017 |
| Subjects Taught |
Course Content: 10 Modules-
◾Care Support
◾Care Skills
◾Infection Prevention and Control
◾Nursing Theory and Practice
◾Care of the Older Person
◾Communications
◾Health and Safety at Work
◾Work Experience
◾Human Growth and Development
◾Anatomy and Physiology |
| Mature Entry Places |
Mature students are welcome to apply, formal academic qualifications not required. |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+Entry Requirements
◾Attendance for Interview
◾Leaving Cert standard or equivalent
◾Mature Students; experience is considered in lieu of education/formal qualification
◾Proficiency in English ( Oral & Written)
◾Garda...
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◾Attendance for Interview
◾Leaving Cert standard or equivalent
◾Mature Students; experience is considered in lieu of education/formal qualification
◾Proficiency in English ( Oral & Written)
◾Garda Vetting
◾Learners must be 18 years old by the 30th November 2017 to facilitate work experience and Garda vetting
Places are offered following successful interview.
Course approved for E.T.B. Grant application and VTOS places also available
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| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Progression
The full QQI Level 5 award facilitates entry, on a competitive basis to a range of third level institutions nationwide:
Mature Nursing Degree programmes UCC: General Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing and Intellectual Disability Nursing.
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Hide-Progression
The full QQI Level 5 award facilitates entry, on a competitive basis to a range of third level institutions nationwide:
Mature Nursing Degree programmes UCC: General Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing and Intellectual Disability Nursing.
Other courses: Midwifery, Social Care, Sports Rehabilitation, Health and Disability Studies.
Further details are available from the relevant institutions
Career Prospects
◾Carer
◾Health Care Assistant
◾Nursing Home/Day Care Centre Employee
◾Home Help/Personal Care
◾Nursing
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| Further Enquiries |
For Further Information
Damhnait Uí Argáin 086-8582852
Course Co-Ordinator
Geraldine O’Sullivan 086-1933636
Doris McGrath 027-52141
E-mail: bantryplcinfo@gmail.com |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |