Private Homecare

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 (Europe/Dublin) | 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
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 Safety & Health at Work Day 1 - 5N1451
2020-01-16 10:00 - 16:00
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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