Health Services Skills
The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work under supervision in a variety of healthcare settings to enhance their role in service provision to service users or to progress to further and or higher education and training.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
33 Weeks
Entry Requirements
Education: No formal education or qualifications are required although applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 4 when accessing a Level 5 programme.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
Learners must have successfully completed the Leaving Certificate/LCAP/LCVP Examination or QQI Level 4.
Applicants whose first language is not English, require a minimum English language and literacy competency of B2 in reading, writing, listening and speaking on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL) and may be required to complete an English language test.
This course is suitable for those people considering a career in a variety of areas within the Health Care sector, or to progress to third level, particularly in the field of Health Care & Nursing.
Courses offered are subject to resources and demand; modules advertised may be subject to change.
Special consideration will be given to mature students (Over 23) or others who may not have obtained a Leaving Certificate. Entry procedure is by application and possible interview.
Careers / Further progression
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to work under supervision in a variety of healthcare settings to enhance their role in service provision to service users or to progress to further and or higher education and training.
Further information
Registration Fee €100 for all learners.
QQI Exam fee €50
Materials fee €50
All fees are non refundable. Fee exemptions only with valid medical card for QQI Exam fee.
A separate cost will apply to students for First Aid Responder €150 and Patient Lifting/Manual Handling courses.
PLC Maintenance Grant
All applications for grants must be made online to SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland). Applications for the upcoming academic year will open when the Grants Scheme is announced by the Department of Education and Skills.
Applicants who wish to apply for a PLC Maintenance Grant should first check their eligibility at www.susi.ie
This course will be delivered in our new FET Campus - eircode F92 HX4F
Please note that the CETS Childcare Scheme run by the Department of Social Protection does now apply to learners on PLC courses.
FURTHER DETAILS
Further course fees will apply for First Aid Responder €150 and Patient Lifting/Manual Handling courses €50.
Erasmus + Work placement in Europe
Selected students will have the opportunity to apply for three-week work experience project in a European city where they can experience another culture; learn the basics of another language & enhance professional & personal knowledge and training. This programme includes the cost of travel and accommodation of participants.
Learners can all achieve a Europass Certificate Supplement with this award.
Learners may also have the opportunity to study Maths (5N1833) as an extra module.
Modules:
Work Experience (5N1356) QQI
Safety And Health At Work (5N1794) QQI
Communications Level 5 (5N0690) QQI
Anatomy And Physiology (5N0749) QQI
Care Support (5N0758) QQI
Human Growth And Development (5N1279) QQI
Nursing Theory And Practice (5N4325) QQI
Personal Professional Development (5N2985) QQI
Infection Prevention And Control (5N3734) QQI
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to work under supervision in a variety of healthcare settings to enhance their role in service provision to service users or to progress to further and or higher education and training.
5M3782 - Health Services Skills
Examinations & Accreditations:
Examination is by both Continuous Assessment and end of year examinations. Certification is awarded by QQI.
Contact
Michelle O'Reilly
0749121047
michelleoreilly@donegaletb.ie