Health Care courses in Ireland

Learn about patient care and the procedures and techniques used in modern nursing with this free nursing course. This free online Nursing Studies course will teach you how to carry out the most important functions and roles of a modern nurse. You will be shown how the nursing professional can best support both the patient…

Complete course will be offered over two terms Autumn 2019 and Spring 2020. The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the theory, principles and practice underpinning the nursing process and nursing profession to enable the learner to perform a range of basic nursing skills. The…

This Nursing Theory and Practice programme is suitable for individuals interested in the nursing profession or enhancing their skills and knowledge of the work of a carer/nurse in the healthcare environment while emphasising the importance of interpersonal communication.

Learners who successfully complete this Nursing Theory and Practice course will: outline the history and development of nursing acquire a knowledge of the structure and function of the health care service in the Republic of Ireland know the various disciplines and specialities within nursing understand the nursing process appreciate the models of care be aware…

This internationally recognised, Ofqual approved, regulated qualification UK level 4 (Irish level 6), CMA and FNTP registered 1 academic year course is ideal for individuals who wish to gain an academically certified and industry recognised qualification with practical knowledge of diet and nutrition. It is designed for those wishing to coach and inspire individuals and groups towards long term diet…

The purpose of this QQI Level 5 Nutrition course is to provide you with the knowledge of the composition of food and how food affects an individual’s personal well-being.   Topics covered include: Composition of Food Nutrition and Health Nutrition and Exercise Food Labelling. Unit Details   Unit 1 Composition of Food Learners should be…

This programme would be of interest to individuals who are interested in food, what different food groups can do in your body, the nutritional composition of food and how nutrition can affect your health and lifestyle.

This programme would be of interest to individuals who are interested in food, what different food groups can do in your body, the nutritional composition of food and how nutrition can affect your health and lifestyle.

This Nutrition QQI level 5 programme would be of interest to individuals who are interested in food, what different food groups can do in your body, the nutritional composition of food and how nutrition can affect your health and lifestyle.

This comprehensive 3½ year practitioner training diploma, written up to UK level 6 (Irish level 7), provides practical and interactive lectures alongside structured home study and over 250 hours of clinical practice supervised by some of the most respected Nutritional Therapists from Ireland and the UK. Our syllabus is written to cover the UK Nutritional Therapy…

This programme module aims for the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill, and competence to work effectively in the role as an occupational therapy assistant.   course description • Roles and responsibilities of an occupational therapy assistant and of an occupational therapist within the health service • Explore the main issues in the practice of…

Learn to identify and treat some of the common conditions that require occupational therapy in this free online course. This short course describes some conditions of the upper and lower limbs of the human body that may require the services of an occupational therapist to treat. We explain how to easily identify such conditions and…

Learn to identify and treat some of the common conditions that require occupational therapy in this free online course. This short course describes some conditions of the upper and lower limbs of the human body that may require the services of an occupational therapist to treat. We explain how to easily identify such conditions and…

Learn how to support your own and your familys health? We regularly run introductory and themed one day workshops in Homeopathy. These workshops are designed for people who have an interest in health and nutrition and want to live a healthier life. These workshops are suitable for everyone from the total novice who has never…

Suitable for those who are looking for a more in depth introduction to Homeopathy. The foundation course is essentially the first year of the four year course. Participants will learn alongside students pursuing the four year course and will benefit from all of the added support provided i.e. tutorials, library, study groups etc. There are…

Overview If you are interested in the key theories that shape our understanding of the mind and behaviour, this course is for you. Delivered wholly online this course is ideally suited to those looking for flexible learning opportunities.   Why Study Psychology? Students of psychology develop a set of skills highly valued by employers like…

The Online Introduction to Counselling & Psychotherapy is a great way to develop an understanding and appreciation of counselling and will appeal to those who are looking to discover the different theories and approaches to counselling & psychotherapy; to explore their own personal development; and to develop basic counselling skills. This course is ideal for…

Learn how to work in a support capacity in the treatment of people with mental health issues in this free online course. Maintaining mental health is crucial to people’s wellbeing and affects their ability to function socially, emotionally and psychologically. Professionals trained to provide mental health assistance to patients are required to handle mental health…

This Operating Department Care Skills Level 5 award will: Enable the learner to acquire the knowledge and competences necessary to deliver effective, safe and efficient client care within the operating department. Facilitate the learner to gain understanding of the physical and psychological needs of the client within the operating department. Facilitate the learner to understand the importance…

The evolving economic environment, and the workplace responses to it, present new opportunities and challenges for those working within them. Working environments must be conscious of the changes in order to take advantage of these new economic realities, and pre-empt the challenges that may be presented. This programme is an introduction to the subject of…

This free online course will teach you when and how to use emergency oxygen in any first-aid situation. Many first aid situations require the administration of oxygen to critically injured or ill persons and the use of oxygen requires knowledge and training. In this course, we’ll teach you everything from recognising situations where emergency oxygen…

This free online course will teach you when and how to use emergency oxygen in any first-aid situation. Many first aid situations require the administration of oxygen to critically injured or ill persons and the use of oxygen requires knowledge and training. In this course, we’ll teach you everything from recognising situations where emergency oxygen…

In this free online course, learn the fundamental skills of paediatric first aid for children and infants. Paediatric first aid is essential knowledge for any parent or adult who works with children. This course teaches all you need to know, from the role of first responders to some of the standard equipment and techniques you…

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to enable them to care for and address the needs of a person and their family after the diagnosis of a life-limiting illness, in a dignified, inclusive and holistic manner. This course is scheduled to run 1 evening a…

This Palliative Care module is designed to equip the learner with the knowledge and skills of the palliative care approach to enable them to care for the person diagnosed with a life-limiting illness and, in the last days of a person’s life and also his/her family in a dignified and holistic way. Course documentation for…

This programme is suitable for those who wish to be equipped with the knowledge, skills and competence to enable them to care for and address the needs of a person and their family after the diagnosis of a life-limiting illness, in a digni?ed, inclusive and holistic manner.

This Paramedic Recruitment course helps students to understand the qualities the selection panel are looking for. This is then followed a number of set tests to help students to get into the right frame of mind and to be in a position to use the right techniques and approach. A sample test helps students to…

Complete this free online course on PALS and apply for a certificate to become globally accredited. This free online pediatric advanced life support (PALS) course is of great help to anyone who deals with children and infants. It provides lifesaving procedures and skills to employ when faced with emergency situations, trains you to identify respiratory…

Would you like to learn more about yourself? Do you need help managing difficult thoughts and feelings? Are you interested in personal growth and achieving lasting change? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, we’ve designed this training course for you. We are excited to introduce a brand new personal development training course…

Become a Pharmacy Assistant. The course provides an opportunity to interact with and learn from highly qualified and experienced professionals. The retail pharmacy is a vital health advisory centre in which graduates play an important role in. The course assists you to enter a respected profession which continues to grow from strength to strength. Students…