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RTITB Forklift Operator(QQI Level 5
Healthcare Support (Full Time)
Fetchcourses.ie Reference: 360562
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This programme is ideal for those wishing to pursue a career in the Healthcare Sector. Learners will work towards the QQI Level 5 Award in Healthcare Support through practical experiential learning complemented by extensive work placement. The programme is designed to enable the learner to develop the knowledge, skill and competencies to work as part of a multidisciplinary team in the provision of effective and appropriate healthcare supports to clients in a variety of settings, recognising clients individual needs, assisting with activities of daily living and maintaining a safe and hygienic healthcare environment.
Why should I apply for this course? You will learn to: • Demonstrate techniques for the safe moving and handling of people, placing emphasis on the individuals comfort, the safety of the worker and the use of leg muscles instead of the back. • Work effectively in a care setting and promote good practice and respect for diversity in lifestyle, religion and culture in care work. • Care for clients in a safe and hygienic environment using best practice guidelines. • Describe the requirements relevant to safety & health at work. Explain regulations to include acts & legislation and responsibilities. • Describe the roles of the authority, personal safety & health awareness. Identify and complete documentation relating to safety & health at work.
Identify of risks and hazards in the control of infection & contamination. • Describe first aid, safety & fire awareness, manual handling, VDUs, workstations & signage. • Demonstrate practical activities relating the promotion of safety and health at work. Work in an organisation or specific vocational context, carrying out vocationally related tasks over a period of time, independently while under general supervision. • Plan and achieve realistic work goals.
What will I study? (Modules) • Care Skills 5N2770 • Care of the Older Person 5N2706 • Infection Prevention & Control 5N3734
PROGRESSION FOCUSED
Entry Requirements • Education: Applicants must have achieved a minimum of a
QQI Level 4 Major Award or its equivalent. • Aptitude: Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential, including verbal and written command of the
English language. • Previous Experience:
Applicants should, where possible, have some previous experience working in a care environment. This exposure will help to establish an applicants suitability for
Healthcare as an occupation.
Contact Paul or Tracy on 057 9330794 or email clarafet@loetb.ie
Duration 15 weeks
Award Title, Level and Code QQI level 5 in Healthcare Suppport
Cost Free of charge for eligible participants. Training allowances payable. Childcare may be provided for eligible participants