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Palliative Care 5N3769 | 24th July – 23th August 2023

Course Name QQI Level 5 Palliative Care Support
Course Code 5N3769
Duration 34 Hours (evenings)
Location Derrane, Roscommon + Online (Zoom) via GiraffePad
Module Status Optional
Accreditation QQI Level 5-Elective Module on the QQI Level 5 Major Award

Schedule (Updated 03/04/23)

Date Day Time Location Total Hours
24th July 2023 Mon 6.00pm-10.00pm Zoom via GiraffePad 4 hrs
26th July 2023 Wed 6.00pm-10.00pm Zoom via GiraffePad 4 hrs
31st July 2023 Mon 6.00pm-10.00pm Zoom via GiraffePad 4 hrs
2nd Aug 2023 Wed 6.00pm-10.00pm Zoom via GiraffePad 4 hrs
9th Aug 2023 Mon 6.00pm-10.00pm Zoom via GiraffePad 4 hrs
14th Aug 2023 Mon 6.00pm-10.00pm Zoom via GiraffePad 4 hrs
16th Aug 2023 Wed 6.00pm-10.00pm Zoom via GiraffePad 4 hrs
21st Aug 2023 Mon 6.00pm-10.00pm Zoom via GiraffePad 4 hrs
23rd Aug 2023 Wed 6.00pm-08.00pm Zoom via GiraffePad 2 hrs
Further 6 hours for Learner Support & Reviews 34 hrs

TO APPLY CLICK HERE and select your module(s) of choice or for more information call us on 086 166 8428

Or email: training@rsg.ie

Course Aim
This course is designed to equip learners with the required skills, knowledge, and competence to provide person-centered care to a person diagnosed with a life-limiting illness, to work effectively within the multidisciplinary palliative care team, and to support the dying person’s significant others in a palliative care setting.

Course Content

  • Working with a Palliative Approach
  • Communication skills
  • Death & Dying
  • Bereavement

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

  • Learner Record allocated by the tutor (70%)
  • Assignment on the Philosophy and Principles of Palliative Care (30%)

Course Delivery

  • Directed learning via Virtual Classroom on the online Zoom Platform via GiraffePad
  • 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 the online learning model of delivery.