Dementia Care & Support - Kilkenny City
This part time, flexible blended course is to develop skilled, self-aware and reflective Health Care Support Assistants who are equipped to care for people with dementia with humanity, empathy and dignity.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
27 weeks.
Every third week there will be live virtual class online, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00pm to 9:00pm.
The 2 weeks in between the live virtual classes, learners will be expected to do at least 2 hours of workplace learning. There will be a 1 hour mentorship session to support this.
Please note: There will be a mandatory requirement to attend in person to Kilkenny City Venue for two days during the course.
Entry Requirements
Education: Where applicants have less than one year’s experience in homecare, they must have completed the QQI modules - Level 5 Care Skills and Care of the Older Person.
Aptitude: Applicants must be in a position to apply the knowledge and skills in an appropriate setting for the duration of the programme. Applicants must be able to attend timetabled classes and complete the specified hours of self-directed learning.
Previous Experience: Applicants must have considerable relevant experience that includes at least 6 months working with people with dementia in either a paid or voluntary capacity.
Pre Requisites:
- Applicants who come from outside the EU or EEA (European Economic Area) must hold a labour permissions letter or a Stamp 4.
- B2 CEFR Level of spoken and written English
- Level 4 Certificate, Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and work experiences.
- Access to a laptop and a strong Wi-Fi connection to participate fully in an online class.
Further information
Start Date 14/09/2026
End Date 19/03/2027
Training Kilkenny
KCETB Training Services Administrative Offices
Unit 4
Danville Business Park
Ring Road
9R95 P683
This course is designed for learners in employment and is fully funded through the Skills to Advance initiative. Learners must be employed in a Health or Social care setting.
This part time, flexible blended course is to develop skilled, self-aware and reflective Health Care Support Assistants who are equipped to care for people with dementia with humanity, empathy and dignity.
The course consists of six interconnected units, combining face-to-face and live online workshops, and is supported by practical and reflective exercises. Central to the course is a workplace learning element which is supported by an experienced supervisor.
Dementia Care & Support (5N21684) QQI
Assessment is by way of a Skills Demonstration and submission of a reflective journal.
- Skills demonstration will be on site in Kilkenny City. Attendance for the skills demo is mandatory. Learner time slots will be confirmed by the tutor.
- Submission of Reflective Journal: Online submission 2 weeks after Skills Demonstration Date.
Dementia Care & Support (5N21684)
Training Services Recruitment
Phone: 056 781 3014
Email: tsu.recruit@kcetb.ie