Care of the Older Person
Care of the Older Person
Care of the Older Person
This course will equip students with the skills and knowledge to competently work with older clients in a professional and compassionate manner.
Course Content
Care Support (5N0758); Safety and Health at Work (5N1794); Care Skills (5N2770); Communications (5N0690); Work Experience (5N1356); Care of the Older Person (5N2706); Social Studies (5N1370); Challenging Behaviour (5N1706)
Certification
QQI Level 5 Award in Healthcare Support (5M4339)
Duration
1 year – September to May (full-time)
Entry Requirements
Complete the online application form and applicants will be contacted to come for an interview. Learners on this course will require Garda Vetting which the college will do with each student.
Career Opportunities
There are opportunities to go directly into employment.
Third Level Links/Progression
There are opportunities to progress to other relevant higher awards in Third Level such as General Nursing (DCU) and Applied Social Studies in Social Care (TU Dublin). For more information, click here
Course Charges
€350 or €300 (with valid Medical Card). Please note, course fees are subject to change.
This course is also open to VTOS applicants.