Course description
This level 5 healthcare course prepares students to work with people in a variety of care settings including hospitals, residential care settings and nursing homes. The course is ideal for both school leavers and mature applicants wishing to gain the necessary skills for a future career in healthcare. The completion of work placement as part of the course, will equip students with practical hands-on experience.
Course Content
- Nursing Theory and Practice
- Care of the Older Person
- Care Skills
- Human Growth & Development
- Care Support
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Safety & Health at Work
- Word Processing
- Communications
- Work Experience
Additional - Safe-guarding Vulnerable Adults
- First Aid
- Patient Moving and Handling
- Hand Hygiene and Infection Control
Course Certification
5M4339 QQI Level 5 Health Care Support
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