Care Support (QQI Level 5)

Course details

• Learners who wish to gain a FETAC credit in Care Support at Level 5.
• Students who wish to complete FETAC Level 5 Major award in Healthcare Support.

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 deal with people in ways that are consistent with the role of a carer.

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. 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 1 Relating to the Client
• Unit 2 Reflection and Development
• Unit 3 Working with Others
• Unit 4 Working in Care.

Preferred entry level:

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

Programme Entry Requirements:

Students must be working or on work experience in the Healthcare Sector throughout their course as assignments will require learners to draw upon practical experience.

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.