| Course Name | QQI Level 5 Care of the Older Person |
| Course Code | 5N2706 |
| Duration | 34 Hours (evenings and Saturdays) |
| Location | Derrane, Roscommon + Online (Zoom) |
| Module Status | Optional |
| Accreditation | QQI Level 5-Elective Module on the QQI Level 5 Major Award |
Schedule:
| Date | Day | Time | Location | Hours |
| 9th Sept | Monday | 6:00pm-10:00pm | Zoom via GiraffePad | 4 |
| 11th Sept | Wednesday | 6:00pm-10:00pm | Zoom via GiraffePad | 4 |
| 16th Sept | Monday | 6:00pm-10:00pm | Zoom via GiraffePad | 4 |
| 18th Sept | Wednesday | 6:00pm-10:00pm | Zoom via GiraffePad | 4 |
| 23rd Sept | Monday | 6:00pm-10:00pm | Zoom via GiraffePad | 4 |
| 25th Sept | Wednesday | 6:00pm-10:00pm | Zoom via GiraffePad | 4 |
| 4th Oct | Friday | 5:00pm-9:00pm | In-House Skills Demo | 4 |
| 5th Oct | Saturday | 10:00am-4:00pm | In-House Skills Demo | 6 |
| Further 6 hours for Learner Support & Reviews | 34 hrs | |||
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Course Aim
The course is designed is to ensure learners have the skills and knowledge to provide a high level of care to older people in a variety of care settings.
Course Content
- The Ageing Process
- Working with the older person
- Caring for the older person with specific needs
- Care settings
Entry Level
- QQI Level 4 Certificate or equivalent qualification and /or relevant life and work experience
- Competent in spoken and written English
Progression Route
Learners who complete this module can progress towards the full QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support 5M4339
Assessment
- Project-Caring for and Working with Older People (40%)
- Planning a practical activity in the Workplace (60%)
Course Delivery
- Directed Learning in a face-to-face setting
- Directed learning via Virtual Classroom on online Zoom Platform
- Group Discussions/Interactions/Breakout Rooms
- Work Experience/Simulated Work environment
- Tutorials/One on one supported learning
- Role Play
- Self-Directed Learning
- Problem-Based Learning
All training is delivered in a people-centered, friendly, and enjoyable learning environment to ensure each learner is given every opportunity to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and competence to excel in a caring role. Training is delivered by expert dedicated tutors with a background and in-depth knowledge and experience of the healthcare sector.
