Care Skills
To equip learners with the knowledge and skills required to care for clients in a safe and hygienic environment.
| 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
7 Weeks Monday & Wednesday 6.30 - 9.30
Entry Requirements
Education: Applicants must have achieved a minimum of a QQI Level 4 Major Award or its equivalent.
Aptitude: Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential, including verbal and written command of the English language. CERFL proficiency at B2 is required for access to this course for those whose first language is not English.
Previous Experience: No Previous Experience necessary however Applicants should, where possible, have some previous experience working in a care environment. This exposure will help to establish an applicants suitability for Healthcare as an occupation.
Further information
Start Date 14/09/2026
End Date 30/10/2026
Learning Outcomes
the learner will be able to:
Identify the groups of people in need of care and determine the individual needs of each client using an holistic approach while safeguarding their rights.
Describe the levels of assistance required to assist clients with activities of daily living and assess the hygiene needs of a client.
Use and maintain a range of client aids and equipment in a secure environment to maintain client safety.
Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication to promote the social inclusion of all clients in both verbal and written forms.
Please note you are required to be either employed or have 20hour work placement to enable you to complete the certification on this module. A letter confirming this from an employer will need to be sent to blevening@ddletb.ie prior to starting the course.
This course will run from 18.30 - 21.30 two evenings Monday & Wednesday per week on-site in the Training Centre. Classes will be supported with online content on moodle so you will need access to a device and an internet connection to actively participate in the training programme.
This course is free for any learner in receipt of a DEASP payment.
This course is funded under Skills to Advance for anyone in employment. Please contact blevening@ddletb.ie to find out how to avail of the fee waiver.
For information on whether you qualify for a fee waiver please email blrecruit@ddletb.ie
Care Skills (5N2770)
Care Skills (5N2770)
Contact
Evening Training
Phone: 018167400
Email: blevening@ddletb.ie