Health Care Assistant Maternity, Paediatric, General & Older Person

Course details

In hospitals the Health Care Assistant works under supervision, as a member of the care team, assisting nurses and midwives. This programme focuses on equipping the HCA with the skills and knowledge to work as an effective member of a hospital care team.

Certification

• FETAC Level 5 Health Care Support 5M4339.
• Manual Handling Certificate
• Occupational First Aid Certificate

Principal Areas of Study

• Human Growth and Development
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Care Support
• Care Skills
• Safety and Health at Work
• Nursing Theory and Practice
• Maternity Care Support
• Caring for Children in Hospital
• Care of the Older Person
• Communications
• Work Experience

(Modules offered may be subject to change).

Features of the Course

• This course meets an increasing need for trained support staff across the growing health service sector.
• Structured work experience in hospitals and healthcare facilities two days per week (November to May) and in block placement.
• Course work is active and experiential, including manual handling, first aid and the practical competencies of a Health Care Assistant in the different areas covered.

NOTES:

• Students taking up work experience placements in health care facilities must provide evidence of vaccination against or immunity to specified conditions. Students will be required to satisfy this requirement prior to placement (further information from the College Office)
• Vetting by Garda or other police authorities is required for work placement in this sector. Please read the section on Garda Vetting.

Progression

• Higher Education

Employment

• Health Care Assistant in General, Children’s & Maternity Hospitals
• Health Care Assistant in community based care settings
• Family and Community Services

Entry

• General College Entry Requirements
• Mature Student Entry