Health Care courses in Ireland

Our CPD programmes are designed for maintaining, improving and broadening Professionals knowledge and skills whilst developing the personal qualities required in their professional lives. We have a number of CPD courses designed specifically for helping professionals with therapeutic experience. The approaches presented are useable, up-to-date and strongly evidence-based. We hope that you find one that…

4 year professional course. Our professional training course closely follows European Education Guidelines laid down by the ECCH for the training of professional homeopaths. There are eleven weekends a year from September to June and the course is designed to cater for students who have other work or home commitments. As well as intensive tuition…

The aim of this programme is to develop a theoretical framework to guide understanding of abnormal psychology and to examine role in practical interventions in the area of mental health or challenging behaviour. This programme is an ECTS 10 credit Level 8 module from the BA (Honours) in Applied Social Studies (Professional Social Care). This…

This course introduces you to the area of Psychology. Course includes subjects such as Personality, Emotion, Abnormal behaviour, Cognition, Perception and Social Psychology.

The aim of this programme is to give students an understanding of the major issues involved in the psychological development of human beings and how psychological theory can be applied in social and community care settings. Students will be introduced to the main theories and language of psychology. This programme is an ECTS 10 credit…

This Psychology programme supports managers, staff and carers to develop and implement comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans for people who present with behaviours that challenge. The programme will examine the model of positive behaviour support, proactive vs. reactive strategies, examine the causes of challenging behaviour, and examine non-aversive approaches and evidence positive behaviour support approaches.  …

The aim of this QQI Applied Psychology course is to provide the learner with the necessary theoretical knowledge relating to applied psychology, as well as an understanding of how that theoretical knowledge is used in applied contexts as reflected, for example, in treatment approaches for psychological disorders. Similarly, the course will cover theory and application…

This course will present an overview of contemporary psychology and introduce participants to cutting-edge research undertaken by School of Psychology staff. Topics can include: How babies learn to talk. Brain imaging. Using emotions to overcome emotional distress. Perceiving our world. Early adversity and later development. Social neuroscience. Imagination. Dementia. This course is a lecture-only series,…

The purpose of the QQI Care Skills & Care of the Elderly combined course is to equip you with the skills, knowledge and competence required to work under supervision and independently in a range of Healthcare settings and/or to progress to higher education and training. QQI accredited course Distance learning course Theory is 100% online You will…

Learners who successfully complete this course will: understand the responsibilities and entitlements of a care worker. recognise the need for continuing development in care work, drawing on personal reflection and experience. promote good practice and respect for diversity in the care setting. understand the importance of working effectively as part of a team. communicate and…

Chevron Training is offering the Online QQI Level 5 Activities of Living Patient Care module. This online course, which will lead to Activities of Living Patient Care QQI Award (Component) Level 5 – further education and training will provide you with the knowledge, skills and competence to coordinate activities in a variety of healthcare settings. This course is aimed…

Course Objectives Understand and demonstrate good work practices in the provision of care for older people Understand the concept of the ageing process Satisfy the needs of older people in a variety of care settings Enhance the quality of life for the older person Assessment Structure Students will be assessed on both the theoretical and…

Course Name Care Skills and Care of the Older Person Course Delivery Fully Online Qualifications QQI Level 5 Component Certificate In Care of the Older Person   Work Experience Requirements Learners must complete 40 hours’ work placement in a nursing home, hospital or day care centre. Course Code Care of the Older Person 5N2706 Care Skills…

Course Objectives Recognise the personal care needs of clients Respond effectively to client’s needs Acquire practical skills in the area of client personal care Maintain a safe, healthy and hygienic environments for clients Assessment Structure Skills Demonstration (60%) Assignments (x2) (40%) Entry Requirements National Vocational Certificate Level 4 Or Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or…

Course Objectives Understand the responsibilities and entitlements of the care worker Promote good practice in the care setting Recognise the importance of working effectively within a team Acquire effective communication skills Assessment Structure Learner Record (70%) Assignment (30%) Entry Requirements National Vocational Certificate Level 4 Or Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and…

The purpose of the Challenging Behaviour course is to equip you with the relevant knowledge, skills and competence in supporting individuals with intellectual disability with challenging behaviour. The QQI Level 5 Healthcare course is available as a blended learning course with distance learning and 1 day in the classroom.  

The Online QQI Level 5 Healthcare course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to fulfil the responsibility of a healthcare assistant in the Healthcare environment. This course is available as a distance learning course. QQI accredited course Distance learning course Theory is 100% online Classroom skill session & in-house examinations 150 notional learning hours You will be assigned a…

Course Delivery: This course is delivered fully online, own pace and can be started anytime. Qualifications: QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support (8 QQI Level 5 Component Certificates) Course Units CODE MODULE LEVEL 5N2770 CARE SKILLS 5 5N0758 CARE SUPPORT 5 5N1794 SAFETY AND HEALTH AT WORK 5 5N0690 COMMUNICATIONS 5 5N1356 WORK…

Our new QQI Level 5 Combined Home Care Assistant Training Course is designed to meet the training needs of those commencing work in the Home Care Sector. This programme will suit learners seeking to secure a position as a home carer with one of Ireland’s home care agencies. The course aims to develop skills, knowledge and understanding of the…

Course Objectives The purpose of the QQI Level 5 Infection Prevention & Control online module, updated with COVID-19 content, is to equip you with the knowledge, skill and competence to prevent and control infection within the health services area. A skills demonstration is used to assess a wide range of practical based learning outcomes including…

Course Objectives Understand the concepts of mental health, positive mental health and mental ill-health Be familiar with the Irish Mental Health System Gain an understanding of how different mental health problems impact on people’s lives Be able to meet a range of identified needs within the context of the role Assessment Structure • Assignment 40%…

Course Objectives Obtain a comprehensive understanding of the concepts of Health & Safety Become familiar with the core Health & Safety Legislation Promote safe working practices Understand the importance of hazard identification Understand the importance of risk assessment and the appropriate control measures Understand the principles of Health & Safety Management Recognise the legal, financial…

Introduction This programme consists of one 10 ECTS module that is conferred as a minor award. It is designed to allow learners to understand the complex nature of suicide bereavement and the psychological havoc that is created in the lives of suicide survivors. It will also introduce the learners to a range of individual and…

Introduction Substance use in Ireland is on upward trajectory. According to the Health Research Board(2020), 7% of respondents have used an illegal drug in the past year, and one in five drinkers have an alcohol use disorder. Substance use in Ireland is on the rise and those who wish to work with clients in distress…

Introduction A recent national study into Trauma, PTSD and complex PTSD in the Republic of Ireland found that 82.3% of respondence had lifetime exposure to one or more traumatic events, with almost 68% reporting two or more traumatic events (Hyland et al, 2021). Likewise, in a global context, research has indicated that 70% of people…

Introduction The Cognitive Behavioural Therapy programme consists of four full teaching days, plus a half day tutorial spread out over four months. Learners have eight months to complete their clinical work, and should be practicing therapists upon application. Learners will engage in both theoretical and practical training in CBT (considering both Ellis and Beck). The…

This course will be of interest to those who are working in a supportive capacity with children and adolescents i.e. counsellors, psychotherapists, social workers, social care workers, keyworkers, mental health nurses, guidance counsellors, SNAs, teachers etc. Applicants are required to evidence attainment of a minimum of Level 8 in counselling and/or psychotherapy or a minimum of…

Our Level 9 QQI Certificate in Technology Enabled Teaching & Learning is now accepting applications for the December 2023 intake. The aim of this programme is to equip you with an up to date, cutting edge training in the application of technology enabled teaching and learning in a higher education setting. It strives to provide…

In this course, learners will engage in formal didactic lectures, skills practice, group discussion, reflective exercises and experiential exercises related to the following: (a) The theoretical underpinnings to play/creative media/expressive arts in therapy. (b) Creative counselling and therapeutic play skills (c) Therapeutic use of Sensory and Embodiment activities and tools (d) Projection; use of metaphor,…

This certificate aims to enhance learners understanding of trauma as it applies to younger children. Children or adolescents who have experienced trauma are at greater risk for later developing a range of mental health problems (Depression, Anxiety etc.), sleep disorders and substance use disorders (SAMHSA, 2014). Therefore, in this module, risk factors such as Adverse…