QQI Level 5 (course code: 5N0758)
This course is designed for:
- Carers working with Older People
- Those planning a career in a healthcare setting who require a formal qualification
Learners who successfully complete this course will:
- Understand the responsibilities and entitlements of a care worker
- Recognise the need for continuing development in care worker, drawing on personal reflection and experience
- Promote good practice and respect diversity in the care setting
- Understand the importance of working effectively as part of a team
- Communicate and deal with people in ways that are consistent with the role of a carer
The course is broken down into 4 units:
Unit 1: Relating to the client
Unit 2: Reflection and Development
Unit 3: Working with others
Unit 4: Working in Care
Students will have the opportunity to complete a work placement in order to gain practical experience and to complete their learner records for the course.
Assessment:
Assessment will be split between students compiling a learner record while on work experience and an assignment to be carried out that is devised by the course tutor.
Certification:
On successful completion of this course the student will be awarded a QQI Level 5 (Component) Certificate in Care Support 5N0758. Care Support is a compulsory module for Healthcare Support 5M4339 and an optional module for Nursing Studies 5M4325.
Related/Additional Training:
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Care of the Older Person
- Occupational First Aid
Course Fee €250
Irish Ambulance Training Institute
