WX Healthcare Support – Care Support (Wednesday)
Objectives of the Programme Module
To enable the learner to explore the roles, responsibilities and entitlements of a care worker
To facilitate an understanding of the importance of multidisciplinary work in the care sector
To explore the various needs of the clients in a care setting
To demonstrate an ability to plan and provide enhanced quality of care.
To explore the need for personal planning and growth
To enable the learner to apply the skills and concepts in practical setting
To enable the learner to take responsibility for his/her own learning
Target Award
QQI Healthcare Support – 5M4339
Start Date: 06-11-2024 Hours/week: 06 Hrs 00 Mins Duration: 11 weeks
NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme.
CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English
Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway
Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners)
*Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Age Requirements
Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+)
Learning Aptitude
Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Care Skills | Care Skills (5N2770) | QQI |
Learners will be able to:
1. Discuss the roles, responsibilities and entitlements of a care worker
2. Examine the role of a care worker within the multidisciplinary healthcare team
3. Demonstrate the ability to plan and provide enhanced quality care
4. Apply knowledge gained to plan and meet the needs of the individual client
5. Explore the need for personal planning and growth
6. Plan strategies to improve own personal development
7. Reflect on personal effectiveness as a care worker to include own strengths and
weaknesses
8. Reflect on relationships with clients, relatives and multidisciplinary team members and
interpersonal issues that arise in care work