Course details

Course Aim

To prepare learners with the necessary knowledge and skills to work in the Health Care Support Area.

Course Content:

Mandatory Components

Care Skills (5N2770) Care support (5N0758) Safety and Health at work (5N1794) Communications (5N0690) Work Experience (5N2356)

Elective Components

After School Support Skills (5N4465) Social Studies (5N1370) Care Provision & Practice (5N2705) Exercise and Fitness (5N2668) Community Addiction Studies (5N2176) Word Processing (5N1358)

Entry Requirements:

Leaving Certificate / Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI/ FETAC Level 4. Mature students with relevant life or work experience. All candidates will be interviewed individually.

Work Experience:

Work Experience is a compulsory part of the course. Garda Vetting is required and will be organised through the college.

Certification:

QQI Level 5 Major Award in Health Care Support. Certificate in Patient Handling. Certificate in First Aid.

Prospects:

Successful completion of the course will enable learners to seek employment in the community and health services area or take up further study at Third Level through the Higher Education Links Scheme.

Updated on 08 November, 2015

About Collinstown Park Community College

Collinstown Park Community College is an educational institution in Clondalkin, South Dublin in Ireland. The college offers further education courses, including Post Leaving Certificates. It was established in 1984.

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