Private Homecare

QQI Care Support - 5N0758
2021-06-09 11:00 - 2021-06-24 17:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Online via Zoom, Ireland
Care Support Course Outline
The QQI Care Support Course is a 5 day module. If you are interested in working with us, please visit our recruitment page. Once approved by us to become a carer, you can join any of our courses immediately!

Day 1 of 4: Relating to the client
Day 2 of 4: Reflection and development
Day 3 of 4: Working with others
Day 4 of 4: Working in care

Course Dates
This 5 day course takes place 2 days per week, over 3 weeks:
Day 1: 9th June 2021
Day 2: 10th June 2021
Day 3: 16th June 2021
Day 4: 17th June 2021
Day 5: 24th June 2021
Course Cost
€195. Secure a place with a deposit of €50 payable online
Qualification Details

QQI Course Code: 5N0758 | NFQ Level 5 | Award Class Minor

Learning Outcomes
At the end of the care support module, you will be able to:

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
Apply knowledge gained to plan and meet the needs of the individual client
Explore the need for personal planning and growth
Plan strategies to improve own personal development
Reflect on personal effectiveness as a care worker to include own strengths and weaknesses
Reflect on relationships with client, relatives and multidisciplinary team members and interpersonal issues that arise in work

Duration

4 days spread across a number of weeks.

Location

Lucan Centre, Lucan, Dubiln. This is accessible by frequent public transport buses. Full details will be provided upon booking.

Cost

The cost is €195 per person for the entire course, including all training materials.

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Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults - Online with Trainer - €30
2021-02-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Online via Microsoft Teams, Ireland
Course Outline
All adults have the right to be safe and to live a life free from abuse. All persons are entitled to this right, regardless of their circumstances. It is our responsibility to ensure that our clients are treated with respect and dignity, have their welfare promoted and receive support in an environment in which every effort is made to promote welfare and to prevent abuse.
All vulnerable people have a right to be protected against abuse and to have any concerns regarding abusive experiences addressed.
This course outlines the different types of abuse and gives the carer all available avenues in order to protect their client.
Half Day Course
This half day online course starts at 10am and finishes at 1pm
Course Cost
€30 per person. All training materials will be provided. Secure a place with a deposit of €10 payable online

Duration

3 Hours

Location

Online via Zoom

Cost

The cost is €30 per person

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People Handling €80
2020-10-02 10:00 - 16:00, 2020-09-01 10:00 - 16:00, 2020-07-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Lucan Centre, Primrose Lane, Lucan, Co. Dublin, K78 XT10, Ireland
Qualification Details

People Moving and Handling | Certificate | Award Class Minor

Training Outline
Patient Moving and Handling courses are run regularly throughout the year. Anyone can sign up. There are no computers, no assignments, no work experience and no prep needed! It’s a demonstration and skills course only. All training materials are provided.
Course Content

Introduction
Ergonomics

Anatomy & Back Care
Movement of the Back
Legislation
Principles of Safe Manual Handling
Risk Assessments
Patient Moving and Handling: Skills Practice

Course Cost
€80. Secure a place with a deposit of €20 payable online
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the People Handling training module, you will be able to:

Outline People Handling legislation that applies to both the employer and employee
Describe the anatomy of the spine, muscular system and mechanisms of injury
Detail was is involved in the ergonomic risk assessment
Outline the principles of safe manual handling and people handling
Practice the safe handling of loads (boxes, tables etc..)
Practice the safe handling of clients including the use of relevant aids and equipment.
Explain and demonstrate the correct use of the hoist.

Duration

One day. Training starts at 10.00 and finishes at 16.00

Location

Lucan Centre, Lucan, Dubiln. This is accessible by frequent public transport buses. Full details will be provided upon booking.

Cost

€80

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QQI Work Experience - Online class with trainer €195
2020-08-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Online via Zoom, Ireland
Qualification Details

QQI Course Code: 5N1356 | NFQ Level 5 | Award Class Minor

Course Outline
QQI Work Experience is an 8 day module which is available for those with the relevant RPL (Recognised Prior Learning).
Day 1and 2: The Organisation
Day 3 and 4: Policies and Procedures
Day 5 and 6: Understanding Health and Safety
Day 7 and 8: Review Personal Performance
If you are interested in working with us, please visit our recruitment page.

Course Dates
Each day consists of 2 online session with the trainer – 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm. You must attend all sessions.

Day 1: 26th August
Day 2: 27th August
Day 3: 2nd September
Day 4: 3rd September
Day 5: 9th September
Day 6: 10th September
Day 7: 16th September
Day 8: 17th September
Course Cost
€195. Secure a place with a deposit of €50 payable online
Learning Outcomes
Learners will examine their potential to obtain employment through the development of a series of documents required for a work setting to include:

A letter of application
CV
Skills audit
An action plan to ensure employability.

The learner will complete a period of work placement where their competency in a range of skills will be examined. This will include their interaction with others, while working in line with current legislation and regulations, and promoting a safe environment.
The learner will then complete a reflection on the experience gained and areas for improvement identified as well as potential areas for transfer and progression to other areas or specialist roles.

Duration

2 days per week over 4 weeks.

Location

Online via Zoom

Cost

The cost is €195 per person for the entire course, including all training materials.

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QQI Infection Prevention and Control - Online class with trainer
2020-07-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Online via Zoom, Ireland
Course Outline
This is an 8 day module which is available to complete online. Each day consists of 2 online sessions (10am-12pm) and (2pm-4pm). Once you register for the course, you will be sent the meeting link and password.

You must have access to a laptop with a webcam / a smart phone
100% attendance is required

If you are interested in working with us, please visit our recruitment page
This module includes assignments and a skills demonstration

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this module, learners will be able to :

Explain the basic principles of infection and the application of standard precautions in relation to infection control, to include the significance of an Area of Infection Control.
Discuss the importance of infection prevention and control in the healthcare area, in providing a healthy environment for patients, staff and visitors.
Summarise the various types of micro organisms, the elements required for the growth, spread and subsequent infection process, to include direct and indirect contact, knowledge of the chain of infection and the need for vigilance and safe practice at all times.
Analyse the predisposing factors to the development of healthcare-acquired infections to include contact 2 precautions, respiratory precautions and enteric precautions.
Discuss the role and functions of the local infection control team members, to include local policy in relation to dress, staff health and travel associated infections.
Investigate the terms cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation to include cleaning standards, procedures and frequencies while paying special attention to decontamination of equipment, including patient care equipment.
Identify the main blood borne viruses which pose a threat and the methods that prevent the spread of infections.
Examine the role of antibiotics and the importance of correct and safe antibiotic use to avoid antibiotic resistance.
Differentiate between social hand hygiene, antiseptic hand hygiene and surgical hand hygiene to include the correct use of alcohol hand gels and the need for good personal skin care and efficient hand washing.
Implement the local terminal cleaning procedure in a range of settings, such as an isolation room, single use items and outbreak management.
Apply appropriate management of blood and body fluid spillages, to include policies for dealing with clean and soiled linen, the disposal of sharps and the correct management following inoculation, injury or accidental exposure to blood and body fluids.

Course Dates
This 8 day course has 2 sessions per day with the tutor online:
Day 1: 22nd July 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Day 2: 23rd July 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Day 3: 29th July 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Day 4: 30th July 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Day 5: 5th August 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Day 6: 6th August 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Day 7: 12th August 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Day 8: 13th August 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Course Cost
€195. Secure a place with a deposit of €50 payable online
Qualification Details

QQI Course Code: 5N0690 | NFQ Level 5 | Award Class Minor

Duration

This 8 day course takes place 2 days per week over 4 weeks

Location
https://zoom.us/signup

Cost

The cost is €195 per person for the entire course, including all training materials.

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Children’s First Training - Online class with trainer - €30
2020-07-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Online via Microsoft Teams, Ireland
Course Outline
Children’s First training is mandatory for all carers of Private HomeCare.
Half Day Online Course
This is a half day course – Training starts at 10am and ends at 1pm
Course Cost
€30 per person. All training materials will be provided. Secure a place with a deposit of €10 payable online

Duration

3 Hours

Location

Online via Microsoft Teams

Cost

The cost is €30 per person

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Dementia Training - Online with Trainer - €30
2020-07-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Online via Microsoft Teams, Ireland
Course Outline
“Dementia and Loneliness” study was published by the Alzheimer Society of Ireland (28.01.19) and confirmed that “access to home care support and public nurses enabled families to manage living life with dementia.” Our role is to help people with dementia stay in their own home with its familiar surroundings for as long as possible, and to support their family in facilitating this.
This means training our carers to the highest standard. Join our half day online Dementia Training course.
There is an estimated 55,000 people with dementia in Ireland and for every one person with dementia three others are directly affected and most people with dementia live at home (63%) Source: www.alzeimher.ie. Wordwide, 47 million people live with dementia (source Irish Times 28.01.19).
Half Day Course
This half day online course starts at 10am and finishes at 1pm
Course Cost
€30 per person. All training materials will be provided. Secure a place with a deposit of €10 payable online

Duration

3 Hours

Location

Online via Microsoft Teams

Cost

The cost is €30 per person

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People Handling €80
2020-06-23 10:00 - 16:00, 2020-06-09 10:00 - 16:00 | Lucan Centre, Primrose Lane, Lucan, Co. Dublin, K78 XT10, Ireland
Training Outline
Patient Moving and Handling courses are run regularly throughout the year. Anyone can sign up. There are no computers, no assignments, no work experience and no prep needed! It’s a demonstration and skills course only. All training materials are provided.
Course Content

Introduction
Ergonomics

Anatomy & Back Care
Movement of the Back
Legislation
Principles of Safe Manual Handling
Risk Assessments
Patient Moving and Handling: Skills Practice

Course Cost
€80. Secure a place with a deposit of €20 payable online
Qualification Details

People Moving and Handling | Certificate | Award Class Minor

Learning Outcomes
At the end of the People Handling training module, you will be able to:

Outline People Handling legislation that applies to both the employer and employee
Describe the anatomy of the spine, muscular system and mechanisms of injury
Detail was is involved in the ergonomic risk assessment
Outline the principles of safe manual handling and people handling
Practice the safe handling of loads (boxes, tables etc..)
Practice the safe handling of clients including the use of relevant aids and equipment.
Explain and demonstrate the correct use of the hoist.

Duration

One day. Training starts at 10.00 and finishes at 16.00

Location

Lucan Centre, Lucan, Dubiln. This is accessible by frequent public transport buses. Full details will be provided upon booking.

Cost

€80

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QQI Communications - Online class with trainer - €195
2020-06-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Online via Zoom, Ireland
Course Outline

Qualification Details

QQI Course Code: 5N0690 | NFQ Level 5 | Award Class Minor
This is an 8 day module which is available to complete online. Each day consists of 2 online sessions (10am-12pm) and (2pm-4pm). Once you register for the course, you will be sent the meeting link and password.

You must have access to a laptop with a webcam / a smart phone
100% attendance is required

If you are interested in working with us, please visit our recruitment page
This module includes a skills demonstration, an oral presentation and portfolio collection.
Course Dates
This 8 day course has 2 sessions per day with the tutor online:
Day 1: 17th June 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Day 2: 18th June 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Day 3: 24th June 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Day 4: 25th June 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Day 5: 1st July 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Day 6: 2nd July 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Day 7: 8th July 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Day 8: 9th July 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm
Course Cost
€195. Secure a place with a deposit of €50 payable online

Duration

This 8 day course takes place 2 days per week over 4 weeks

Location
https://zoom.us/signup

Cost

The cost is €195 per person for the entire course, including all training materials.

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QQI Care Skills - Online class with trainer - €195
2020-06-08 10:00 - 16:00 | Online via Zoom, Ireland
Qualification Details

QQI Course Code: 5N2770 | NFQ Level 5 | Award Class Minor

Care Skills Course Outline
The QQI Care Skills course is an 8 day module which is available for all those with the relevant experience – Recognised Prior Learning (RPL).
Teaching Format: Online class with trainer
This course is hosted by the trainer through the online platform, Zoom. You must have access to a laptop with a webcam or a smartphone.
If you are interested in working with becoming a carer with us, please visit our recruitment page.
Course Dates
This course takes place 2 days per week over 4 weeks. There are 2 online sessions per day; 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm (you must attend all sessions)
Day 1: 8th June 2020
Day 2: 12th June 2020
Day 3: 15th June 2020
Day 4: 19th June 2020
Day 5: 22nd June 2020
Day 6: 26th June 2020
Day 7: 29th June 2020
Day 8: 3rd July 2020 Skills Demonstrations -(The Skills Demonstrations take place in The Lucan Centre, Lucan, Co Dublin on the last day of the course. This is a traditional classroom setting but is large enough to allow for social distancing at all times. We will also have the full PPE for each learner)

Course Cost
€195. Secure a place with a deposit of €50 payable online.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this module, you will be able to:

Identify relevant groups of people in need of health care
Examine the physical, emotional, social, psychological and spiritual needs of a range of groups of people, taking into account individual variation
Identify the hygiene needs of dependent clients
Discuss the prevention of pressure sores
Demonstrate knowledge of the correct procedures for the cleaning and replacement of a range of patient equipment
Adapt levels of assistance to the needs of particular clients
Demonstrate a range of interpersonal skills when dealing with clients to include empathy, respect, patience and effective communication skills
Exercise initiative to improve client involvement in social events, outings and occupational therapy and physiotherapy
Contribute to the maintenance of safe and hygienic environments for clients to include the safe disposal of soiled linen
Assist clients with dressing, grooming, eating, drinking, toileting, continence promotion, mobility and where appropriate, social needs
Apply client safety and security procedures to include appropriate on site client care procedures for washing, bathing, showering, positioning, moving and handling
Give assistance that enhances the privacy, dignity, independence and positive self image of clients in care
Give assistance to clients in the use of a range of care equipment to include sensory equipment, aids to encourage independence and mechanical aids including hoists, mobility, feeding, washing, and elimination aids
Report changes in the client’s condition to the relevant Supervisor
Complete client documentation.

Duration

This 8 day course takes place 2 days per week over 4 weeks

Location

Online through Zoom – Full details will be provided upon booking.

Cost

The cost is €195 per person for the entire course, including all training materials.

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QQI Palliative Care Course - 5N3769
2020-03-19 10:00 - 16:00 | Lucan Centre, Primrose Lane, Lucan, Co. Dublin, K78 XT10, Ireland
Palliative Care Course Outline
The QQI Palliative Care Course is 4 day module which is available only for Private HomeCare carers. If you are interested in working with us, please visit our recruitment page. Once approved by us to become a carer, you can join any of our courses immediately!
The course is broken into four days of training to cover the following topics:

Day 1 of 4: Working with a palliative care approach.
Day 2 of 4: Communications skills for staff with direct contact with residents/clients and/or families. Listening and communication skills are needed to achieve quality personalised palliative care at the end of life.
Day 3 of 4: Death and dying; total pain control, fatigue management, nausea and vomiting, constipation, diarrhoea, sore mouth/dry mouth, swallowing difficulties, breathlessness and delirium.
Day 4 of 4: Bereavement and loss; grief and bereavement, experiential model, transitions model (Cairns 2003), phases of grief, self care strategies, support systems in Ireland, right to die in Ireland-high profile court judgement (2013)

Course Dates
This 4 day course takes place on the following dates:
Day 1: 27th February 2020
Day 2: 5th March 2020
Day 3: 12th March 2020
Day 4: 19th March 2020
Course Cost
€195. Secure a place with a deposit of €50 payable online
Qualification Details

QQI Course Code: 5N3769 | NFQ Level 5 | Award Class Minor

Learning Outcomes
At the end of your palliative care training, you will be able to:

Discuss the philosophy and principles of palliative care.
Summarise the structure and organisation of palliative care services to include the role played by the multi-disciplinary team and diverse family structures in the provision of care for a terminally ill person.
Discuss the role of the support worker in the promotion of key issues such as life quality, self-esteem, respect, privacy and dignity in palliative care work.
Explore different attitudes to death and dying to include an understanding of individual patterns of grief, bereavement and loss.
Employ a range of communication strategies and processes which are central to the work in palliative care.
Apply a person-centered approach to caring for a person in the last days of their life to include the provision of supportive and holistic care promoting safety, dignity, respect and comfort
Respond appropriately to the needs of the person who is confused in the last days of life.
Work effectively and with great sensitivity in relation to the dying person and their significant others in a palliative care setting.
Use the range of skills required from a palliative support worker in relation to end of life care.

Duration

4 days spread across a number of weeks.

Location

Lucan Centre, Lucan, Dubiln. This is accessible by frequent public transport buses. Full details will be provided upon booking.

Cost

The cost is €195 per person for the entire course, including all training materials.

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QQI Care Support - 5N0758
2020-03-04 10:00 - 16:00, 2020-02-26 10:00 - 16:00, 2020-02-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Lucan Centre, Primrose Lane, Lucan, Co. Dublin, K78 XT10, Ireland
Care Support Course Outline
The QQI Care Support Course is a 4 day module. If you are interested in working with us, please visit our recruitment page. Once approved by us to become a carer, you can join any of our courses immediately!

Day 1 of 4: Relating to the client
Day 2 of 4: Reflection and development
Day 3 of 4: Working with others
Day 4 of 4: Working in care

Course Dates
This 4 day course takes place 2 days per week, over 2 weeks:
Day 1: 25th February 2020
Day 2: 26th February 2020
Day 3: 3rd March 2020
Day 4: 4th March 2020
Course Cost
€195. Secure a place with a deposit of €50 payable online
Qualification Details

QQI Course Code: 5N0758 | NFQ Level 5 | Award Class Minor

Learning Outcomes
At the end of the care support module, you will be able to:

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
Apply knowledge gained to plan and meet the needs of the individual client
Explore the need for personal planning and growth
Plan strategies to improve own personal development
Reflect on personal effectiveness as a care worker to include own strengths and weaknesses
Reflect on relationships with client, relatives and multidisciplinary team members and interpersonal issues that arise in work

Duration

4 days spread across a number of weeks.

Location

Lucan Centre, Lucan, Dubiln. This is accessible by frequent public transport buses. Full details will be provided upon booking.

Cost

The cost is €195 per person for the entire course, including all training materials.

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People Handling
2020-02-12 10:00 - 16:00 | Lucan Centre, Primrose Lane, Lucan, Co. Dublin, K78 XT10, Ireland

QQI Safety & Health at Work Day 1 - 5N1451
2020-01-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Lucan Centre, Primrose Lane, Lucan, Co. Dublin, K78 XT10, Ireland
Course Outline
QQI Safety & Health at Work is a 4 day module which is available to everyone with the relevant experience (Recognised Prior Learning (RPL). If you are interested in working with us, please visit our recruitment page.
Course Dates
Day 1: 16th January 2020
Day 2: 23rd January 2020
Day 3: 30th January 2020
Day 4: 6th February 2020
Qualification Details

QQI Course Code: 5N1794 | NFQ Level 5 | Award Class Minor

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this module, you will be able to:

Determine the rules, regulations, procedures & evacuation plan of the training location
State the principle aspects of Health & Safety Awareness & Regulations, Acts & Legislation
List the responsibilities of employer & employee
Describe the role of the HSA (Health & Safety Authority).
Describe the general principle of prevention, functions of a safety statement
Outline the Promotion of Safety & Health in the workplace
Evaluate the role, importance & understanding of personal hygiene, grooming, healthcare, diet, & exercise
Discuss the effects of medication & substance abuse, together with personal behaviour & PPEs (Personal Protective Equipment) to minimize accidents.
Explain the need to control risks & hazards found in the workplace
Discuss control measures associated with the working environment to include physical / chemical / biological & human factor hazards, entrance, exits & waste.
Discuss the importance of cleanliness in the Workplace
Identify various cleaning chemicals, labels, dilution rates, MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets), procedures for the use & disposal of hazardous materials & waste
Cross-contamination, colour coding & cleaning pie, bacteria/viruses, correct cleaning techniques & procedures
Investigate various types of cleaning equipment.
Identify document types / forms, relevant workplace safety, policy & procedures, risk assessment, accident or incident report form, emergency procedures, fire safety check list & hazard identification forms
Explain the relationship between risks & hazards, including identification / analysis / assessment / prevention / review of mechanical & electrical equipment
Discuss control risks, lifting equipment, slips, trips & falls, & electrical installations.
Analyse the cause & prevention of fire related events / emergencies & when to call the emergency services
Carry out a fire evacuation plan, identify emergency routes to emergency exits
Identify a range of fire types / classes / extinguishers / fire-fighting equipment
Discuss the Fire Triangle and demonstrate the use of a fire extinguisher & carry out correct procedure for checking smoke alarms.
Examine a range of issues related to infection control
Describe the conditions for the growth & development of microorganisms, and the mode of transmission
Identify the symptoms of ill-health and preventative measures
Outline the emergency procedures for suspected contamination.
Explain the requirement for Manual Handling awareness, ergonomics, leverage effect, cumulative strain & posture abuse
Demonstrate a single lift technique and an assisted lift technique
Demonstrate the correct procedure for moving & handling heavy / hazardous / fragile items.
Explain the critical factors in association with workstations / VDUs / DSEs / furniture / ergonomics & health in relation to Workplace safety
Explain signage, their shapes / colour / principles of the safety system of safety signs / information / instruction & geometrics. Interpret a range of safety signs in the workplace.

Duration

This course takes place one day a week over 4 weeks

Location

Lucan Centre, Lucan, Dubiln. This is accessible by frequent public transport buses. Full details will be provided upon booking.

Cost

The cost is €195 per person for the entire course, including all training materials.

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