Programme Code: 5M4339
Duration: 1 Year
Duration: 1 Year
Healthcare Support
QQI LEVEL
5
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
This one year course is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work under supervision in providing support in a variety of Healthcare settings or to progress to further and or higher education and training.
TYPICAL COURSE CONTENT
Modules offered include the following:
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Health Hygiene and Safety
- Care Support
- Care of the Older Person
- Care Skills
- Nursing Theory and Practice
- Communications
- Work Experience
* Some of these modules may be subject to change
FEES
Administration Charge: €165
PLC Programme Participant Contribution: €200*
QQI Exam Fee: €50*
*Exempt if you are the holder of a valid Medical Card
EMPLOYMENT/PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates from the course can secure employment as Healthcare Assistants in a variety of care settings in the private or public sector.
Graduates can progress to QQI Level 6 Healthcare Services Supervisory Management Skills in Central College Limerick. Graduates can also access a range of related courses in Institutes of Technology and Universities.
I studied Health Care Support in the 2018/2019 academic year. I had the most wonderful time during my studies at Central College Limerick. I had very good tutors who were always there to help out whenever I needed help. I enjoyed every moment doing the course. The course opened up a world of new experiences that were exciting to know about. After graduating I am employed as a fully qualified Health Care Assistant putting to use the invaluable knowledge I got from tutors in the college. I am grateful and happy that I chose to attend my course at Central College Limerick.
Phangano Ndhlovu
Past Student
