Healthcare Support
Healthcare Support QQI Level 5
Programme Aim
The aim of the course is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence to work independently and under supervision in providing support in a variety of healthcare settings and or progress to higher education and training.
Attendance
Two evenings per week – Mondays and Wednesday (6.30 to 9.30)
Course content
Care Skills
Care Support
Safety and Health at Work
Communications
Care of the older person
Anatomy and Physiology
Nursing theory and practice
Work Experience
(The above modules are subject to change)
Fees
Courses are free for those with less than upper second level education, in receipt of social welfare payment or who have a current full medical card. If none of the above is applicable there is a fee charged for each module.
