Course Name: QQI Level 5 Person Centred Focus to Disability
Course Code: 5N1728
Duration: 34 Hours of directed learning (evenings and Saturdays)
Location: Derrane, Roscommon
Module Status: Optional
Accreditation: QQI Level 5-Elective Module on the QQI Level 5 Major Award

Course Aim
 
This course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge, skills and competencies required to apply a person centred focus to their work with people with disabilities in a variety of settings

Course Content

• Theories and concepts that underpin a person centred focused to disability
• Medical & Social Model of Service Delivery
• Person Centred Focus and its impact on the individual
• Challenges of Person Centred Focus

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

• Assignment on the understanding of theories and concepts that underpin a person centred focused to disability (40%)
• Learner Record based on your work with a person with a disability that demonstrates your awareness of A Person Centered Focus to Disability (60%)

Course Delivery

• Directed Learning in a face-to-face setting
• Directed learning via Virtual Classroom (blended Learning) 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 including competency with blended learning model of delivery.