EY Care of the Older Person Healthcare (Wed)
Objectives of the Programme Module
This programme module aims to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to
meet the full and holistic needs of older people in a variety of care contexts and to develop an
awareness of the increasing needs of older people in the community today.
Target Award
QQI Healthcare Support – 5M4339
Start Date: 06-01-2027 Hours/week: 03 Hrs 00 Mins Duration: 25 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Safety And Health At Work | Safety & Health at Work (5N1794) | QQI |
| Care Skills | Care Skills (5N2770) | QQI |
| Care Support | Care Support (5N0758) | QQI |
the provision of total and holistic care for older people in various care settings
To create an awareness in the learner of the importance and relevance of quality assurance
and excellent service in the provision of care for older people.
To enable the learner to demonstrate a range of appropriate verbal and nonverbal skills in
order to meet the communication, social, emotional, intellectual and personal needs of an
older person.
To enable the learner to develop the confidence and care skills including personal reflection
skills required to work with older people.
To assist the learner to develop the academic and vocational language, literacy and
numeracy skills related to Care of the Older Person through the medium of the indicative
content
To enable the learner to take responsibility for his/her own learning.
PLEASE NOTE: Learners must have successful Garda vetting to take part on this course.
Learners must also have English language skills, have achieved ESOL L5 or C1 CEFRL.
Learners must also have a stamp 4.
Course Requirements:
Garda Vetting
150 Work Placement hours for the successful award of Healthcare Support 5M4339.