Care Assistance courses in Ireland

This new and unique Open College designed Activities Coordinator continuous personal development (CPD) course will look at how therapeutic and recreational activities are of paramount importance in the promotion of resident’s / clients quality of life and how the Activity Coordinator plays a central role in delivering purposeful activities that stimulate residents and improve their wellbeing.…

Train as a care assistant and learn how to provide care to vulnerable adults in this free online caregiving course. This caregiving course provides the skills required to practise as a care assistant who helps patients, who might be elderly or incapacitated, to recover and maintain optimal health. We explain how various communication techniques and…

Become a caregiver with this free online course that explains how to provide health and social care to the infirm. A care assistant may be called a ‘caregiver’, ‘social care worker’, ‘healthcare assistant’ or simply a ‘carer’. They support their clients depending on their needs. Do you enjoy making a real difference in people’s lives?…

This free online homecare training course explains how to safely support the infirm with their daily household tasks. ‘Domiciliary care workers’ are trained carers who support the infirm at home by performing daily household tasks that maintain their quality of life. Do you find fulfilment in assisting people in need? Have you considered a career…

Learn how to become a caregiver in this free online course that explains how to make a difference in people’s lives. Do you want to make a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable people as a caregiver? If so, this caregiving training course explains how to provide assistance and support those who are unable…

Our online distance learning QQI level 5 Care Assistant Major Award is designed to give those wishing to work in HSE Intellectual Disability Services as a Care Assistant a thorough grounding in the necessary skills. The course is relevant and highly practical, with each module focusing on a specific area of care. The eight modules selected are listed as…

This Care of the Older Person course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to provide care for the older person in a variety of settings.

Learners who successfully complete this course will: demonstrate good work practices in the provision of individualised holistic care for older people understand the concept of the ageing process be able to meet the full range of needs of older people in a variety of care settings enhance the quality of life of the older person.…

Who should complete this course? This programme is open to individuals with an interest in caring for older people, but it is of particular relevance to carers working with or planning to work with clients in the community. This is an area of considerable growth in employment, whether in care centres or in the client’s…

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to care for clients in a safe and hygienic environment. Recognise the personal care needs of clients, Respond effectively to clients’ individual needs, with their involvement and use of choice, Acquire practical skills in the area of client personal…

This Care Skills course is ideal for those looking to gain the knowledge, skill and competence to care for clients while providing and maintaining a hygienic and safe environment.

Learners who successfully complete this course will: recognise the personal care needs of clients respond effectively to clients’ individual needs, with their involvement and use of choice acquire practical skills in the area of client personal care maintain a safe, healthy and hygienic environment for clients.   Who should complete this course? Learners who wish…

This 10-week Care Skills QQI Level 5 course is available in September and in January. The purpose of this award is to both teach the learner to recognise the personal care needs of clients and equip them with practical skills in the area of client personal care. You will be able to respond effectively to a client’s individual needs with their involvement and use of choice. You…

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to work effectively in a care setting. Discuss the roles, responsibilities and entitlements of a care worker, Examine the role of a care worker within the multidisciplinary healthcare team, Demonstrate the ability to plan and provide enhanced quality care,…

This Care Support course is suitable for those who wish to equip themselves with the knowledge, skill and competence to work effectively in a care setting

Are you interested in learning about Care Support in Healthcare? Forus Training’s Level 5 Care Support course is starting on January 7th 2025 for €295.   This 7 week course explains the role and responsibilities of a Health Care Assistant (HCA), who the HCA reports to, the Multidisciplinary team (MDT) and all relevant up-to-date employment legislation…

Learn more about the caregiving skills you need for working effectively with clients who are suffering from dementia. This free online Dementia Care course from Alison teaches proper dementia care. Dementia refers to a spectrum of brain disorders that involve difficulty with memory and thinking. This course will introduce you to the main symptoms and…

The College is currently conducting a pilot of this new course for the disability sector. Please read on for more details about this exciting online course. If you are interested please fill out the form at the end of the page and we will add you to the enquiry list, and contact you when the…

A 13-week, 30 credit Certificate designed for professionals working in areas that cater for people with palliative and/or end of life care needs. We are now accepting applications for the September 2024 intake. This programme provides for those who wish to develop competence in caring for persons and their families requiring palliative and end of…

This free online caregiving course explains how to identify the signs and stages of dementia and provide effective care. Do you want to deepen your understanding of dementia and develop practical caregiving skills you can use to support those affected by this disorder? This caregiving course explores the diverse signs and symptoms exhibited by those…

This free online caregiving course teaches you about dementia and explains how to care for those suffering from it. Dementia is a loss of cognitive function and can develop at any age. It can be a difficult and overwhelming journey for those affected by it and their loved ones. This psychology course discusses the causes…

This free online course discusses the challenges of providing comprehensive care for those with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. This comprehensive diploma course is designed to equip caregivers and family members with the knowledge and skills needed to provide compassionate and effective care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Through a blend of expert insights, practical…

Learn how to give good care to the elderly with the nursing procedures and practices in this free online nursing course. This free online course in nursing and patient care will help you boost your nursing career. Nurses and nursing teams have a vital role in the care of patients in a health care setting,…

In this course learn how to treat people suffering from various mental and physical health conditions, as a result of ageing and traumatic injuries. Alison’s free online Elderly Care course will teach you how to treat people suffering from various mental and physical health conditions. Caregivers are highly valued and in-demand professionals who make a…

This free online caregiving course explains how to provide palliative and end-of-life support to patients and families. Caring for the terminally ill and the elderly is an emotional, complex, challenging and rewarding profession. The job requires trained, compassionate caregivers to handle the situation with grace and sensitivity. This caregiving course explains how to supply quality…

The aim of this Award is to provide the foundations for the carer to develop knowledge and skills in caring for the elderly individual within the home/ care setting. The student will familiarise themselves with physiological and theories of aging, the impact of current issues within the care setting and gain an understanding in caring…

Learn how to provide pain relief, improve strength, increase range of motion and perform types of physical therapy. Master the skills you need to become an accomplished caregiver with this free course for carers. You will learn how to tend to clients safely, protecting them from infectious diseases and foodborne illnesses, look after their basic…

This one-year Health Care Assistant course will aim to prepare students for work with people in a hospital, respite care, social care, community development or residential setting. The healthcare worker needs the social, communication and caring skills to work with individuals and groups. Healthcare Skills will lay a foundation for these skills and provide the…

This three day a week Further Education Health Care Support course provides an insight in to the caring profession. Its purpose is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work with a range of ages in providing support in a variety of healthcare settings and/or to progress to further/higher education/training.…

Care Skills Care Support Safety and Health at Work Infection Prevention and Control Communications Word Processing Manual Handling PHECC – First Aid Response (FAR) 3 day course (Pre-Medical Hospital Emergency Care Council) Work Placement Experience (one day a week (November to May) and in block placement arranged further on in the course). Garda Vetting for…