Our QQI Level 5 Certificate in Healthcare Support is the first choice for aspiring Healthcare Assistants in Ireland.
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  • Our QQI Level 5 Certificate in Healthcare Support is the first choice for aspiring Healthcare Assistants in Ireland.
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About this Course

The Certificate in Healthcare Support (QQI Level 5, Major Award) is the industry-standard qualification for aspiring Healthcare Assistants in the Republic of Ireland. To earn it, students must complete 8 modules chosen from a list specified by the national awards body, Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI).

THIS LHP SKILLNET PROGRAMME IS CO-FUNDED BY THE GOVERNMENT OF IRELAND, THE EUROPEAN UNION, AND NETWORK COMPANIES www.eufunds.ie

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This Course Is for You

If you are currently employed as a Healthcare Assistant in a private nursing home, healthcare agency, or any private healthcare organisation.

If you are a jobseeker, you may be eligible to attend a fully funded version of this course for free. Visit our Free Healthcare Training page to learn more.

Requirements

Participants must be proficient in the English language. Additionally, you require access to a modern laptop or desktop computer with a strong internet connection, camera, and microphone. A smartphone and/or tablet are not sufficient for this course.

Participants can either pursue the complete Major Award or select specific modules. While certain modules are mandatory and standardized across all providers, others can vary depending on the provider’s discretion.

Our program consists of 8 modules covering essential areas:

  • Communication
  • Safety & Health at Work
  • Care Support
  • Care Skills
  • Care of the Older Person
  • Palliative Care Support
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Work Practice
Upon successful completion of the programme, learners receive a Certificate in Healthcare Support from QQI (Level 5, Major Award). Assessment details for each module can be found in the Programme Manual.
The programme is delivered online through live, interactive sessions held once a week, always at the same time, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., spanning a period of 6 to 7 months. Full attendance on all class days is mandatory, and each module typically lasts for an average of 4 weeks.
This comprehensive course provides a solid foundation in healthcare support, making it a valuable qualification for those entering or advancing in the field.

Pricing

Non-Members

€1,550

LHP Skillnet Members

€750

CSK/COP Bundle & Individual Modules

Modules may be booked individually. Eligible learners can choose to book the Care Skills & Care of the Older Person modules for €200 (members only, course duration 6 weeks). Further modules towards the Major Award can be booked for €100 each.

Apply Now

This programme runs several times a year. The next date of commencement is scheduled for:

Thursday, 13th of February 2025

To find out if you are eligible and apply for a place, please fill in the questionnaire below. Our team will be in touch shortly. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to send us an email at qqicourses@lhpskillnet.ie, or give us a call at (01) 218 7698.

Programme Manual

Downloadable PDF with full course specifications

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