Care Assistance courses in Ireland

This new and unique Open College designed Activities Coordinator continuous personal development (CPD) course will look at how therapeutic and recreational activities are of paramount importance in the promotion of resident’s / clients quality of life and how the Activity Coordinator plays a central role in delivering purposeful activities that stimulate residents and improve their wellbeing.…

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to: ?Critically discuss the rationale for Advance Care Planning, ?Delineate the steps involved in undertaking Advance Care Planning and completing an Advance Care Directive, ?Critically evaluate the ethical and legal issues that arise in relation to Advance Care Planning, ?Understand the process of systematically implementing…

Healthcare Support / Caring for the Elderly. This full-time QQI Healthcare Support Course is designed to prepare students to work competently, safely and effectively as a Healthcare Assistant. Students will be able to work in a variety of settings such as nursing homes, hospitals and home help support. This course is unique in that Kinsale…

Projections by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) show by 2021 the number of elderly people will have grown by 200,000. This group will be living and being cared for in a range of different settings. The figures on housing for Irish older adults show that 7% of people aged 65 and over live in nursing…

This Care of the Older Person course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to provide care for the older person in a variety of settings.

Learners who successfully complete this course will: demonstrate good work practices in the provision of individualised holistic care for older people understand the concept of the ageing process be able to meet the full range of needs of older people in a variety of care settings enhance the quality of life of the older person.…

Who should complete this course? This programme is open to individuals with an interest in caring for older people, but it is of particular relevance to carers working with or planning to work with clients in the community. This is an area of considerable growth in employment, whether in care centres or in the client’s…

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to care for clients in a safe and hygienic environment. Recognise the personal care needs of clients, Respond effectively to clients’ individual needs, with their involvement and use of choice, Acquire practical skills in the area of client personal…

This Care Skills course is ideal for those looking to gain the knowledge, skill and competence to care for clients while providing and maintaining a hygienic and safe environment.

This Care Skills course is ideal for those looking to gain the knowledge, skill and competence to care for clients while providing and maintaining a hygienic and safe environment.

Learners who successfully complete this course will: recognise the personal care needs of clients respond effectively to clients’ individual needs, with their involvement and use of choice acquire practical skills in the area of client personal care maintain a safe, healthy and hygienic environment for clients.   Who should complete this course? Learners who wish…

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to work effectively in a care setting. Discuss the roles, responsibilities and entitlements of a care worker, Examine the role of a care worker within the multidisciplinary healthcare team, Demonstrate the ability to plan and provide enhanced quality care,…

This Care Support course is suitable for those who wish to equip themselves with the knowledge, skill and competence to work effectively in a care setting

This programme places an emphasis on the care of people in the community and in health care settings. It is suitable or those wishing to embark on a career in caring and those wishing to gain a recognised qualification in caring. It equips the carer with the practical knowledge and skills required to support and…

Overview Do you enjoy working with children? Would you like to make a career out of in the capacity of a child worker or child minder? The Diploma in Caring for Children and Young People Level 2 is an introductory childcare qualification that will enable learners to gain practical skills and knowledge on the development…

The aim of this Award is to provide the foundations for the carer to develop knowledge and skills in caring for the elderly individual within the home/ care setting. The student will familiarise themselves with physiological and theories of aging, the impact of current issues within the care setting and gain an understanding in caring…

Fundamental Care skills should be at the core of the work of all health care assistants working in both hospital, home and community settings. The aim of this module is to introduce students to the knowledge and skills required for professional and patient safety and addressing fundamental patient care needs related to activities of daily…

The course aims to provide students with the skills and practical abilities to work as care assistants in a variety of healthcare settings (hospitals, nursing homes, residential homes, day-care centres or client s own home) or for progression to further study through the Higher Education Links Scheme in third level colleges.

WHAT IS HEALTH SERVICE SKILLS? This one-year course will aim to prepare participants for work with people in a hospital, respite care, social care, community development or residential setting. The healthcare worker needs the social, communication and caring skills to work with individuals and groups. Healthcare Skills will lay a foundation for these skills and…

This course provides a recognised qualification for healthcare workers, currently in employment and those seeking to work in this sector. This Healthcare Support Award is one of the Department of Health and Children’s recommended qualifications for Healthcare Assistants working in the public and private sector. In addition, the newly published National Quality Standards for Residential…

Is for individuals who are… Interested in gaining the Healthcare Support Major Award and demonstrate a broad range of knowledge, skill, and competence for the role of a Qualified Healthcare Assistant. A stepping stone to a degree in Nursing or Social Care. Looking for… A career with opportunities to work as part of a team…

Is for individuals who are…       Interested in gaining the QQI Maternity Care Support Level 5 Qualification which is designed to equip learners with the skills, knowledge and interpersonal skills required to assist the midwife in caring for mothers, babies, and the family unit. Looking for … A Qualification offering the practical skills appropriate for work…

NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Introducing Caring Children & Young People with Official Certification The Level 2 Certificate in Introducing Caring Children and Young People is very vital and consequential. From parents to childcare workers, it is important be very keen on the emotional and developmental aspects of children and young people to avoid…

NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care with Official Certification The Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care is designed Adult for individuals who want to assist seniors and help them lead dignified lives.  Social care has been getting a considerable amount of recognition in…

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare & Education with Official Certification The Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education Childcare is designed for aspiring individuals and those already employed as childcare workers to acquire the skills and knowledge of what it takes to work with children.  Childcare is a blooming and booming industry in…

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Preparing to Work in Home-Based Childcare with Official Certification The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Preparing to Work in Home-Based Childcare is designed for individuals thinking of setting up a home-based childcare business or want to work as a nanny and au pair. With the increase in the…

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities with Official Certification The level 3 Award in Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities is designed for individuals who want to learn how to support individuals with learning disabilities and progress in their career.  Learning disabilities are neurologically-based processing problems that might hinder an individual…

Learners who successfully complete this course will: understand the responsibilities and entitlements of a care worker. recognise the need for continuing development in care work, drawing on personal reflection and experience. promote good practice and respect for diversity in the care setting. understand the importance of working effectively as part of a team. communicate and…

Chevron Training is offering the Online QQI Level 5 Activities of Living Patient Care module. This online course, which will lead to Activities of Living Patient Care QQI Award (Component) Level 5 – further education and training will provide you with the knowledge, skills and competence to coordinate activities in a variety of healthcare settings. This course is aimed…

Course Objectives Recognise the personal care needs of clients Respond effectively to client’s needs Acquire practical skills in the area of client personal care Maintain a safe, healthy and hygienic environments for clients Assessment Structure Skills Demonstration (60%) Assignments (x2) (40%) Entry Requirements National Vocational Certificate Level 4 Or Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or…

Course Objectives Understand the responsibilities and entitlements of the care worker Promote good practice in the care setting Recognise the importance of working effectively within a team Acquire effective communication skills Assessment Structure Learner Record (70%) Assignment (30%) Entry Requirements National Vocational Certificate Level 4 Or Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and…

Training Objectives  Acquire communication skills necessary for personal and professional development Understand the principles of communication Develop skills to convey and interpret communicative messages in writing, orally and visually Understand the role of technology in modern communication and its application in personal and vocational life Assessment Structure Collection of Work (50%) Skills Demonstration (50%) Entry…

The Online QQI Level 5 Healthcare course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to fulfil the responsibility of a healthcare assistant in the Healthcare environment. This course is available as a distance learning course. QQI accredited course Distance learning course Theory is 100% online Classroom skill session & in-house examinations 150 notional learning hours You will be assigned a…

Course Objectives The purpose of the QQI Level 5 Infection Prevention & Control online module, updated with COVID-19 content, is to equip you with the knowledge, skill and competence to prevent and control infection within the health services area. A skills demonstration is used to assess a wide range of practical based learning outcomes including…

Course Objectives Be familiar with the composition of food Evaluate the nutritional content of food Understand the relationship between health and nutrition Interpret current dietary information and recommendations Examine eating habits Be familiar with the nutritional needs of different groups of people Acquire a range of practical techniques Assessment Structure Assignments (x 2) 50% Examination…

Course Objectives Understand the concepts of mental health, positive mental health and mental ill-health Be familiar with the Irish Mental Health System Gain an understanding of how different mental health problems impact on people’s lives Be able to meet a range of identified needs within the context of the role Assessment Structure • Assignment 40%…

Course Objectives Obtain a comprehensive understanding of the concepts of Health & Safety Become familiar with the core Health & Safety Legislation Promote safe working practices Understand the importance of hazard identification Understand the importance of risk assessment and the appropriate control measures Understand the principles of Health & Safety Management Recognise the legal, financial…

Course Objectives Become familiar with sociological concepts Develop an understanding of your position as an individual, a family member and as part of a community Become familiar with the major economic, cultural and social structures that make up our society and their effects Recognise how economic, political, cultural and social structures are related and interdependent…

Course Objectives Develop critical awareness of the changing nature of work Set achievable goals for work experience Utilise learning opportunities presented in the work environment Apply work skills to consolidate learning in the vocational area Understand how work is planned and organised at different levels in a specific vocational area Appreciate the importance of safety…

Programme Aim The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work under supervision in a variety of healthcare settings in particular to enhance their role in service provision to service users or to progress to further and or higher education and training.