Palliative Care Support
This course is designed to equip learners with the required skills, knowledge and competence to provide person-centred care to a person diagnosed with a life-limiting illness, to work effectively within the multi-disciplinary palliative care team and to support the dying person’s significant others in a palliative care setting.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
34 Hours of directed learning (evenings and Saturdays).
2nd Aug 2023 Wed 6.00pm-10.00pm Zoom via GiraffePad 4 hrs
9th Aug 2023 Wed 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-10.00pm Zoom via GiraffePad 4 hrs
28th Aug 2023 Mon 6.00pm-10.00pm Zoom via GiraffePad 4 hrs
30th Aug 2023 Wed 6.00pm-08.00pm Zoom via GiraffePad 2 hrs
Further 6 hours for Learner Support & Reviews 30 hrs
Entry Requirements
Entry Level:
- QQI Level 4 Certificate or equivalent qualification and /or relevant life and work experience.
- Competent in spoken and written English.
Careers / Further progression
Progression Route:
Learners who complete this module can progress towards the full QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support 5M4339.
Further information
Start Date: 2nd August 2023.
To apply please click on "Download Application Form".
Course Aim:
This course is designed to equip learners with the required skills, knowledge and competence to provide person-centred care to a person diagnosed with a life-limiting illness, to work effectively within the multi-disciplinary 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
- Learner Record allocated by the tutor (70%).
- Assignment on the Philosophy and Principles of Palliative Care (30%).
5N3769 Palliative Care Support
Course Delivery:
Directed Learning in a face-to-face setting
Directed learning via Virtual Classroom (blended Learning) on online Zoom Platform
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 blended learning model of delivery.
RSG Centre, Derrane,
Co. Roscommon F42 WK60
Phone: +353 (0)90 66 25852
Email: info[at]rsg.ie