Course Name |
Healthcare Security Officer |
Course Provider |
Cavan Institute |
Alternative Provider(s) |
Cavan & Monaghan ETB |
VTOS Information |
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Course Code |
5M2110 |
Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
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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Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
Location (Districts) |
Cavan Town |
Course Content |
Expand+About This Course
This specialised Healthcare Security Officer course is the first of its kind in the Republic of Ireland and it has been developed in conjunction with St. James' Hospital and SAR Security Solutions.
This course enables the studen...
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This specialised Healthcare Security Officer course is the first of its kind in the Republic of Ireland and it has been developed in conjunction with St. James' Hospital and SAR Security Solutions.
This course enables the student to develop the skills required to carry out a security function in a healthcare setting such as a hospital, nursing home, clinic or primary care centre. The role of security officer in a healthcare setting merges the skills of a conventional security officer with specific additional skills that would be essential to work in a healthcare setting. As well as a structured programme of induction at St. James' Hospital this course features work experience at the hospital as well as on the job training in new generation technologies by SAR Security.
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FET Code |
5M2110 - Security Studies. |
Duration |
1 year full-time. |
Comment |
Certification: QQI Level 5 Certificate in Security Studies - 5M2110. |
Alternative Entry |
Expand+Mature Applicants
Cavan Institute welcomes mature applicants who wish to return to full-time education. Such applicants may not be required to have the minimum entry requirements. The Institute will look for satisfactory evidence of the applicants a...
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Cavan Institute welcomes mature applicants who wish to return to full-time education. Such applicants may not be required to have the minimum entry requirements. The Institute will look for satisfactory evidence of the applicants ability to pursue and benefit from the course. Mature applicants should apply online to the Institute and may be required to attend for interview as part of the selection process.
International Applicants
We welcome applications from International Students. Cavan Institute seeks to provide an atmosphere where the international student can benefit both academically and personally from their time here. International students should contact our administrative office for further information.
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Link to Course Fee |
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Course Fee |
Please refer to the Institute's website for a breakdown of the course fee (see "Link to Course Fee" above).
*The Post Leaving Certificate Government Levy of €200 is removed for 2022/2023. |
Financial Support |
Expand+1. PLC Maintenance Grant
Means-tested maintenance grants are available to eligible students attending approved full-time courses of further education in approved Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) centres, of which Cavan Institute is one.
Applications...
Hide-1. PLC Maintenance Grant
Means-tested maintenance grants are available to eligible students attending approved full-time courses of further education in approved Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) centres, of which Cavan Institute is one.
Applications can be made online to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie
2. Back to Education Allowance (BTEA)
The Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) allows people in receipt of certain social welfare payments to retain those payments whilst participating in approved full-time courses in further education.
See www.welfare.ie or www.studentfinance.ie for further details.
3. Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS)
This scheme allows unemployed people aged over 21 to engage in education and training without losing their benefits. It applies to all courses offered at Cavan Institute and applicants must be in receipt of one of a number of social welfare supports for at least six months.
See www.vtos.ie for further details.
4. HEA Fund for Students with Disabilities
The Higher Education Authority’s “Fund for Students with Disabilities” allocates funding to further and higher education colleges for the provision of services and supports to full-time students with disabilities. Applications to the fund are made on behalf of an eligible student by Cavan Institute following an assessment.
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Application Date |
Expand+How do I Apply?
On-line applications for the 2022/23 academic year are Open (via link below).
A valid email address must be used as correspondence may be made via email.
Your PPS Number is also required as part of the application process.
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On-line applications for the 2022/23 academic year are Open (via link below).
A valid email address must be used as correspondence may be made via email.
Your PPS Number is also required as part of the application process.
What is the deadline for receipt of applications?
June 1st is the closing date for receipt of applications for first round offers. However, applications will be accepted and processed on courses where places are available following this date and second round offers will be made to eligible applicants who apply after that date.
View https://www.cavaninstitute.ie/faqs for more information on application process.
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Application Weblink |
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Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Course commences in September 2022 |
Subjects Taught |
Guarding Skills
Infection Prevention and Control
Safety and Health at Work
Work Experience
Retail Security
Care Skills
Legal Practice and Procedure
Security Industry Procedures
Elder Abuse
Patient Moving and Handling
Conflict Resolution
Communications
Occupational First Aid |
Entry Requirements |
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements. |
QQI FET Links to CAO Courses |
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Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Career Opportunities
Graduates of this Healthcare Security Officer course will gain the necessary skills and knowledge to be eligible to apply for work in a specialised custodial or healthcare setting but they will also have necessary core skills to...
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Graduates of this Healthcare Security Officer course will gain the necessary skills and knowledge to be eligible to apply for work in a specialised custodial or healthcare setting but they will also have necessary core skills to work as a security officer in any traditional settings.
Further Study
At Cavan Institute:
Graduates of this Healthcare Security Officer course may progress to the QQI level 6 course in Security Operations and Administration (Supervisory) or the Health Services Supervisory Management course also at level 6.
Elsewhere:
Graduates of this course in Healthcare Security Officer are eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to year one of a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities (please check with the particular institution regarding local eligibility requirements).
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Further Enquiries |
Cavan Institute,
Cathedral Road,
Cavan,
Co. Cavan.
H12 E426
email: admin@cavaninstitute.ie
Tel: +353 49 4332633 |
Course Web Page |
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