| Course Name |
Healthcare Support |
| Course Provider |
Portobello Institute |
| Course Code |
5M4339 |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| 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 |
Flexible, Distance, Online |
| Location (Districts) |
Dublin City Centre |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Please contact the course provider for the next enrolment and start date. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
This course is delivered through distance learning with a combination of workshops. Please see a schedule of workshops here. All workshops are from 10am -4pm and held in Dublin 1. |
| Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Entry Requirements |
Entry to this course is by direct application to the college. There are no previous academic requirements. |
| Comment |
Qualifications Gained
•QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support (5M4339) |
| Course Content |
Expand+New Government regulations stipulate that a FETAC Level 5 qualification will be the minimum requirement for an individual to work within the Healthcare sector; this Major Level 5 Award will enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and compe...
Hide-New Government regulations stipulate that a FETAC Level 5 qualification will be the minimum requirement for an individual to work within the Healthcare sector; this Major Level 5 Award will enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work under supervision in providing support in a variety of healthcare settings including and not limited to nursing homes, hospitals and home help support. It also allows the learner to progress to further higher education and training.
Online Learning Centre
By choosing to study this distance learning course with Portobello Institute students will have access to course materials from our online learning centre for the duration of the course. The course materials for this FETAC certified course are thorough and easy to read and can be downloaded in your own time and from the comfort of your own home. You will also be assigned a personal tutor for the duration of the course that will help you with any challenges you may encounter. In addition you will be able to upload assignments online and receive online feedback. You can use our online learning centre from any computer that has internet access. However, access to a computer is not compulsory as we can arrange for everything to be processed by post. There is an additional administration cost of €30 for this service.
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| Subjects Taught |
Expand+Course Content Modules
Unit 1: Care Support
Unit 2: Safety and Health at Work
Unit 3: Care Skills
Unit 4: Communications
Unit 5: Work Experience
Unit 6: Anatomy and Physiology
Unit 7: Human Growth and Development
Unit 8: Care of the Ol...
Hide-Course Content Modules
Unit 1: Care Support
Unit 2: Safety and Health at Work
Unit 3: Care Skills
Unit 4: Communications
Unit 5: Work Experience
Unit 6: Anatomy and Physiology
Unit 7: Human Growth and Development
Unit 8: Care of the Older Person
Unit 9: Infection Prevention and Control
Individual Modules
We offer all the above modules individually. Please contact E: teri.chamberlain@portobelloinstitute.ie or Tel: 01 8920042 for bookings and prices of studying individual modules.
Practical Experience
A minimum of 100 hours practical work experience in a healthcare setting will be required to successfully complete this course.
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| Assessment Method |
Assessment Criteria
A combination of module appropriate assessment procedures will facilitate the assessment of learning outcomes of this course. These methods will include a combination of continuous assessment of course work through assignments, learner records, projects, skills demonstrations and written examinations. All assignments will be designed to maximise the learner’s skills and understanding of Healthcare Support.
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| Careers or Further Progression |
Further Progression
Portobello Institute offers a course in Health Service Skills Major Award (FETAC Level 5). Other short courses that would enhance this award are Coping with Challenging Behaviours, Supporting a Wheelchair User among many more.
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| Further Enquiries |
Tel: +(353) 1 892 0000
Fax: +(353) 1 872 1989
Email: info@portobelloinstitute.ie
Web: www.portobelloinstitute.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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