7. Healthcare Assistant - General, maternity, Children (Paediatric)
FETAC Level 5 Healthcare Support (NCVA Level 2) DHSXX

This course prepares the student to work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in the health sector. In hospitals the HCA works under supervision, as a menber of the care team, assisting nurses and midwives. This is the strand of the HCA Programme focusing on the work of the HCA as a member of the hospital care team.

Duration

1 Year full-time

Entry

General College Requirements

We welcome mature applicants, who may present relevant experience in place of examination qualifications.

Further options Please read note on Entry/Work Experience..

Please note that vetting by Garda or other police authorities may be required for some placements in this sector. Please read the page on Garda Vetting.

Certification

FETAC Level 5 Healthcare Support DHSXX
First Aid Certificate

Progression

See Higher Links Scheme

We welcome mature applicants, who may present relevant experience in place of examination qualifications.


Principal Areas of Study

Features of the course

- This course meets an increasing need for trained support staff across the growing health service sector.
- Structured work experience in hospitals and healthcare facilities two days per week (November to May) and in block placements.
- Course Work is active and experiential, including manual handling, first aid and the practical competences of the Healthcare Assistant in the different areas covered.

Notes: Students taking up work experience placements in health care facilities must provide evidence of vaccination against or immunity to specified conditions. Students will be required to satisty this requirement prior to placement
(further information from the College Office)

Please note that vetting by Garda or other police authorities may be required for some placements in this sector. Please read the page on Garda Vetting.

Employment

Healthcare Assistant in General, Childrens and Maternity Hospitals HCA in other healthcare settings - Older Person, Intellectual Disability.
Family and Community Services.


Number of Places Available

Twenty two.

Application Form

Application Form - Online
Application Form - Print

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