Care Provision and Practice (QQI Level 5)

Course details

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 own home. Family members caring for elderly relatives will also benefit from this programme.

Learners who successfully complete this programme will:

• understand the needs of groups requiring care
• understand the roles and responsibilities of the care worker
• develop personal and interpersonal qualities essential to the care of client groups
• acquire practical skills for work in caring environments
• be aware of statutory and voluntary care provision
• evaluate their work in care settings and make plans for future self development.

This distance learning, FETAC 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 certified course is detailed and easy to read.

Assignments may be emailed or posted to the College whichever is more convenient.

Topics covered include:

• Care Provision
• The Care Worker
• Care Practice.

Entry Requirements / Prerequisites:

• FETAC Level 4 Certificate in Childcare or equivalent qualification or relevant experience.
• As this programme is delivered through distance learning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative.
• Students must be competent in both written and spoken English.
• As part of the assessment criteria for this course students’ will need to carry out practical demonstrations, all candidates who enrol for this programme must have the agreement from their supervisor/manager in the work place to oversee their practical work.

Progression to further Studies:

• This course leads to a level 5 award on the National Framework of Qualifications.
• The module is mandatory for the Level 5 Certificate in Community and Health Services – Community Care award.