Gerontology - Health Services Supervisory Management Skills - Carlow Town
This course is ideal for anyone who is the Person in Charge, Owner/Manager of Nursing Homes, Supervisors, Directors of Care, Clinical Nurse Managers, community / social care workers / Senior Healthcare Assistants and those with an interest in care of the older person.
| Award Name | Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
7 weeks., Monday and Wednesday evening.
The course will be delivered in a blended format with classes online, two evenings per week (Monday and Wednesday) for a period of eight weeks. Online class will be delivered from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. One class will take place in person in a Carlow Town venue.
Entry Requirements
Education: NFQ Level 5 in a relevant discipline when accessing a Level 6 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 6 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
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 broad range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course and be able to exercise initiative and independence when carrying out course
activities.
Pre Requisites:
B2 CEFR Level of spoken and written English
Level 5 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 05/10/2026
End Date 25/11/2026
The course is highly subsidised under the Skills to Advance Initiative and applicants must be in full or part time employment to be eligible for funding support. The cost to the participant will be €100.00.
This course is ideal for anyone who is the Person in Charge, Owner/Manager of Nursing Homes, Supervisors, Directors of Care, Clinical Nurse Managers, community / social care workers / Senior Healthcare Assistants and those with an interest in care of the older person.
Gerontology (6N3748) QQI
6N3748: Gerontology
Training Services Recruitment
Phone: 056 781 3014
Email: tsu.recruit@kcetb.ie