Activities of Living Patient Care (QQI Level 5)

Course details

• Facilitate the learner to gain understanding of the Activities of Living and its application to client care.
• Facilitate the learner to gain knowledge and competency in the delivery of holistic care to clients/patients and understand the importance of promoting of quality of life for clients/patient.
• Facilitate the learner to gain the theoretical knowledge and practical skills in performing clinical procedures and patient care procedures in a competent, safe and hygienic manner.

This distance learning, FETAC/QQI accredited course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at any convenient place and time, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification. Students receive a comprehensive Course Manual, Assignments, Efficient Studyguide, and unlimited one-to-one Tutor Support for the course duration.

The course documentation for this FETAC/QQI certified course is detailed and easy to read. If students require extra time to complete the course they can apply for an extension. Assignments may be emailed or posted to the College whichever is more convenient.

Topics Covered Include:

• Unit One: Activities of Living
• Unit Two: Part A – Caring for the Patient/Client Utilising Activities of Living.
• Unit Two: Part B – Caring for the Patient/Client Utilising Activities of Living.

Preferred entry level:

Level 4 Certificate or Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and work experiences.

Programme Entry Requirements:

• If you take this course by distance learning the course material will be posted to you. You can complete and return assignments/projects which must be typed rather than handwritten either by post or by email.
• If you take this course by eLearning you will need basic IT skills and have access to broadband.
• As part of the assessment criteria for this module learners will be required to carry out practical demonstrations, with this in mind learners will need to be involved or be able to identify a work placement where they will be able to carry out these tasks.
• Garda Vetting will be required any workplacement within the Care Sector. The Open College is an approved Garda Vetting organisation and can assist with this if required.