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Assert yourself workshop open to the public Are you fearful of expressing what u want? Would like to communicate with more confidence? Do you say yes when you really mean no? Feel others take advantage? Avoid conflict / confrontation at all costs? If you answered yes to any of these questions then “Aspire Assert yourself  workshop” can…

This course has been approved by CORU. Next Course Commencement: September, 2025 The Application Centre is currently closed:  The allocation of places on our BA in Social Care for 2024-25 is now complete. The application centre will reopen in March 2025. Please make contact with the College to express your interest in applying in 2025. Interviews: will take place in person in…

Please note: This course is one of 12 modules on the Foundation Programme for Working in Residential Services   The Manual Handling Online course provides an online option when testing the participants knowledge around the theory section of the manual handling refresher course. The material was created as part of NFSVP. The course introduces the…

Next commencement: January 6th, 2025 Application deadline: Monday December 16th, 2024 Online Information Session for Applicants: Wednesday, December 18th, 2024 Course Fee: €2,536 (plus application fee €95). Early Bird Fees Offer: €2,100 until 16-12-24! Fees Instalment Plan available  The Certificate in Applied Management (Human Services) is a one-year professional development programme created for people working…

Next commencement – Spring 2025 Apply now, or express interest via the OTC Online Application Centre — This professional development, OTC-accredited course, Certificate in Empowerment and Advocacy, equips the student with the knowledge, skills and competencies to support people with disabilities in empowering themselves on a day-to-day basis, thus facilitating self-defined visions of a desirable…

Next commencement: January 20th, 2025 Application deadline: January 15th, 2025 This Level 6 Special Purpose Award (20 ECTS credits), which satisfies the management qualification requirements set out in the HIQA Standards, will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of both the challenges and opportunities that exist in the management of frontline services and of supports…

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…

Next course commencement: Winter/Spring 2025 Commences with an online Introductory Session from 9.30am until 12.30pm. Apply by: Contact the College Note: No Fees increase since 2020 — This Level 7 course (20 Credits) is designed for people who will be working as advocates for patients wishing to make complaints about the service they or a family…

Next commencement:  February 17th, 2025  with an Online Orientation Session (on Zoom) from Noon until 1.00pm. Application deadline: Apply or express your interest now via the Online Application Centre — This Level 7 course is a professional qualification targeted at the needs of people working as job coaches and employment facilitators. It will provide: A detailed…

Everyone involved in the support of any person needs to recognise and appreciate the hugely important place held by families in the lives of people with intellectual disability, whether this is perceived as positive or negative these familial relationships need to be supported and nourished. Families are often the only constant in the lives of…

This programme of study has been developed for the experienced manager who currently holds a senior post within the organisation or foresees holding such a post in the future. This manager is interested in further developing their existing professional competencies in order to progress the work of the organisation within the human services sector and…

Enquire or book this Effective Workplace Communication course today right here. Developing effective communication is a crucial leadership skill for promoting a positive and thriving workplace. Our workplace communication courses combine psychological expertise, cognitive behavioural therapy and practical tools to improve engagement, performance and well being. Your leaders will learn how to communicate in a…

Understanding employment law is an absolute necessity for first line managers because they are becoming increasingly involved in employment contracts and disciplinary/grievance procedures. This accredited, six-week course examines employment law as a management issue for the human services and non-profit sector Completing the course will provide you with detailed knowledge of: The formal legislative framework…

Covid-19 has brought extensive challenges to all of us, not least ensuring that staff cover is provided in service areas that remain open and ensuring that staff are well informed working in areas possibly unfamiliar to them. The Open Training College (OTC) has been delivering excellent social care education and training since 1992, online since…

This Managing for Regulation and Inspection course encourages the student to reflect on the importance of getting regulation right within their role and on the impact regulation has on the organisation, staff and the service users. The course is suited for people working in a human service environment for at least 10 hours per week…

About this Power over Panic course Aspire ” Power over Panic” is an individually tailored, results focused program run over 6 sessions which combines psychological expertise, cognitive behavioural therapy and hypnosis with practical tools to create amazing results. This program has been clinically proven to be extremely effective for reducing anxiety, and increasing calmness, relaxation…

The Safeguarding course aims to ‘increase capacity of all staff and service users, in relation to key information on the safeguarding of vulnerable people as outlined in the National Policy “Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons at Risk of Abuse” published in December 2014 and how this impacts on their local service policy and is supported by good…

The overall aim of the training is to equip PIC’s with the necessary knowledge, skills and competencies in order to provide effective supervision and support to frontline staff members working in residential units in accordance with the formal policy and / or approaches on Supervision in place within the organisation, national and international best practice…

Learn new approaches in relation to creating, designing and progressing individualised services in Ireland today. This Supporting Individualised Living course provides new material based on international best practice and quality which influence how services are delivered within the wider non-profit/human services setting. Who Is This Course For? This workshop is a must for key decision…

Programs and seminars include Mental health awareness in the workplace Mental health support in the workplace Building resilience and well being Coping with stress and pressure in the workplace Peer support skills in the workplace Coping positively with workplace change and transition Stress management, well being and resilience Stress relates to the changes that occur…

About this Workplace Conflict Resolution course Our ‘Workplace Conflict Resolution’ courses combine expertise from psychology, cognitive behavioural therapy and mediation with practical tools to develop confidence and competence with effective conflict resolution. The skills taught are crucial leadership skills for reducing distress and promoting harmony essential for team building and corporate wellness. This program teaches invaluable…