Other Health Care

Work Place Safety Training

Network: 
Rural Enterprise Skillnet
Duration 1/2 day
Number of Places 10 per course
Course Fee €40.00 approx
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment On going in response to demand, possibly early to Mid February
Financial Support Subject to criteria, trainees may be eligible to 25% grant aid
Course Content Risk assessment and safety practices in the work place
Entry Requirements Employed, perhaps limited places for unemployed
Further Enquiries Gerry Gallagher
Network Manager
Mob: 087 685 8550
Tel: 071 985 8252
Fax: 071 985 8252
E-mail: reskillnet@medpartnership.com
Methods of Assessment Role play
Location of Course Interest currently in West of Ireland, Galway , Castlebar
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

First Aid in the work Place

Network: 
Rural Enterprise Skillnet
Number of Places 10
Course Fee €220.00 which may be part funded through Rural Enterprise Skillnet , for trainees who meet eligibility criteria.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment In repsonse to demand, enrolling for mid february event in Letterkenny from January 1st 2013
Course Content First Aid in the work place
Entry Requirements Over 18 and in full time employment
Further Enquiries Gerry Gallagher
Network Manager
Mob: 087 685 8550
Tel: 071 985 8252
Fax: 071 985 8252
E-mail: reskillnet@medpartnership.com
Location of Course Letterkenny
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Care of the Older Person

Network: 
Rural Enterprise Skillnet
Duration 3 days
Number of Places 10 - 12
Course Fee €230 approximately, dependent on numbers
Subjects Taught Care of the older person
FETAC Code D20180: Care of the Older Person
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment These training courses will be held throughout 2013 at suitable venues dependent on demand.
Financial Support Limited free places for job seekers.Possible 25% funding for employed persons, subject to criteria
Course Content The ageing process, Skills required for working with the older person, caring for the older person with specific needs,Care settings
Entry Requirements Interest in Caring profession
Further Enquiries Gerry Gallagher
Network Manager
Mob: 087 685 8550
Tel: 071 985 8252
Fax: 071 985 8252
E-mail: reskillnet@medpartnership.com
Learning Outcomes Learners who successfully complete this module will:
8.1 demonstrate good work practices in the provision of individualised holistic care for older people
8.2 understand the concept of the ageing process
8.3 be able to meet the full range of needs of older people in a variety of care settings
8.4 enhance the quality of life of the older person
Methods of Assessment Skills demonstration and project
Trainer Various suitably qualified
Location of Course West of Ireland
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

Safety & Health at Work,

Network: 
Rural Enterprise Skillnet
Duration 3 -5 days
Number of Places 10 per course
Course Fee €230 approximately, dependent on numbers
FETAC Code D20165: Safety and Health at Work
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment On going from January 2013 , depending on enquiries
Financial Support Eligible companies and trainees may be able to access 25% funding subject to criteria budget
Course Content Basics of health and safety, risk assessment, accidents in the work place and more---------
Entry Requirements Interest in work place safety
Further Enquiries Gerry Gallagher
Network Manager
Mob: 087 685 8550
Tel: 071 985 8252
Fax: 071 985 8252
E-mail: reskillnet@medpartnership.com
Eligibility Employed
Methods of Assessment Assignments and examination
Location of Course Donegal Region
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

Manual Handling Instructor Course

Network: 
Galway Executive Skillnet
Duration 5 day training course, from 9.30am to 4.30pm each day.
Course Fee GES Members €600
Non Members €650
FETAC Code 6S0242: Manual Handling Instruction
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Dates: 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st, 25th June 2013
Further Enquiries Email: info@galwayexecutiveskillnet.com
Tel: 085 749 1564
Trainer Western Management Centre
Location of Course Western Management Centre
Course Web Page: 
http://www.galwayexecutiveskillnet.com/3241/manual-handling-instructor-3/
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
Yes

First Aid - Occupational

Network: 
Galway Executive Skillnet
Duration 3 days from 9.30am to 4.30pm each day.
Course Fee GES Members €165
Non Members €180
FETAC Code 5N1207: Occupational First Aid
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Dates: 10th, 17th and 24th May 2013
Course Content Occupational First Aid FETAC course
Further Enquiries Email: info@galwayexecutiveskillnet.com
Tel: 085 749 1564
Trainer First Aid Training Services
Location of Course Flannery's Hotel, Galway
Course Web Page: 
http://www.galwayexecutiveskillnet.com/3277/occupational-first-aid/
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
Yes

Basic Food Safety - Level 1

Network: 
Carlow Kilkenny Skillnet
Duration From 9.00am to 1.00pm Or 2.00pm. to 6.00pm.
Comment The course is 4 - 4.5 hours in length and there is a 30 minute Level 1 examination at the end of this course.
Course Fee €30 per person
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrolment is ongoing for this course delivery date is 18th of June 2013
Financial Support This course is free of charge to the unemployed on a first come basis. Check the link below for eligibility
www.skillnets.ie/job-seekers/eligibility-criteria
Course Content The course consists of the following 6 modules:
• An Introduction to Food Safety and Hazards
• Microbiological Hazards and Controls
• Contamination Hazards and Controls
• Personal Hygiene
• Cleaning
• Pest Awareness
Further Enquiries Theresa
t: 059 913 2152
e: admin@cktraining.ie
Learning Outcomes On completion of this course, participants will be able to identify the risks and hazards involved in food handling and will have a basic understanding in the prevention of those risks. Participants will be able to understand their requirements under food safety legislation as well as following best work practice in the work place.

This course fulfils the level 1 guidelines provided by the FSAI(Food Safety Authority of Ireland), FSAI.ie

Methods of Assessment It is an interactive course combining a PowerPoint presentation, video, class questions and group exercises. Participants are actively encouraged to participate during this course. All participants will be provided with hand-outs and the "Hygiene Sense" book.
Location of Course Talbot Hotel Portlaoise Road Carlow
Course Web Page: 
http://www.cktraining.ie/healthsafety.html
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Occupational First Aid Refresher

Network: 
Carlow Kilkenny Skillnet
Comment Refresher courses are essential every two years for certified First Aiders to keep up with developments in First Aid practice, and to refresh skills that may be only intermittently used.
Course Fee €50 per person
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrolment is ongoing for this one day refresher course on the 24th of April 2013
Financial Support Check the link below for Job Seeker eligability
http://www.skillnets.ie/job-seekers/eligibility-criteria
Course Content • Understand the responsibilities of the occupational first aider.
• Be familiar with health and safety legislation on first aid provision in the workplace.
• Be able to provide treatment for preserving life or minimising the consequences of injury until the arrival of medical aid.
• Be able to provide treatment in the workplace for injuries which do not require the attention of a medical practitioner or nurse.
• Be able to co-ordinate first aid arrangements in the workplace.
• Successful participants will be registered as Occupational First Aiders with FETAC certification.
• Demonstrate up-to-date practical skills
• Explain new developments in First Aid
Entry Requirements Participants must hold a current Occupational First Aid Certificate. Refresher training must be attended within 2 years of original certificate.
Further Enquiries Theresa
t: 059 913 2152
e: admin@cktraining.ie
Location of Course Dolmen Hotel Kilkenny Road Carlow
Course Web Page: 
http://www.cktraining.ie/healthsafety.html
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

VDU Assessor

Network: 
Carlow Kilkenny Skillnet
Duration One day
Number of Places 10
Course Fee €75 per person
Subjects Taught • Identify the hazards associated with workstations
• Understand the harm posed by these hazards
• Understand the legislation that applies to Display Screen Equipment Visual Display Units
• Carry out a VDU/ DSE Workstation Assessment
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrolment is onging for this one day course
1st of May 2013
Financial Support Click on the link below for eligability on any of our programmes or courses.

www.skillnets.ie/job-seekers/eligibility-criteria.

Course Content Module 1 Legislation
Module 2 Hazards and Risks
Module 3 Minimum Requirmenets
Module 4 Workstation Assessments
Further Enquiries Theresa
t: 059 913 2152
e: admin@cktraining.ie
Learning Outcomes To provide delegates with the knowledge and skills to be able to assess VDU Workstations and advise others on the correct set up of workstations
Location of Course Carlow
Course Web Page: 
http://www.cktraining.ie/healthsafety.html
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Nutrition

Network: 
Carlow Kilkenny Skillnet
Duration 4 days (one day a week for four weeks)
Course Fee €155 per person
Subjects Taught Composition of Food
Participants will learn about the main constituents of food and the functions of food, specifying the different classes of nutrients and the main functions of each type.

They will be able to list the energy values of the different food types and the factors that affect the energy requirement of an individual. You will learn about the different types of fats and will be able to distinguish between essential and non-essential fatty acids and the role each play in relation to health. Leaners will be able to classify carbohydrates into monosaccharide, disaccharide and polysaccharide and be able to distinguish between digestible and poorly digestible carbohydrates. You will learn about proteins, vitamins and minerals and role they play in maintaining good health.

Nutrition and Health
Participants will learn to:
List the specific nutritional needs of
· infants
· children
· adolescents
· adults
· the elderly

Discuss the factors that influence the eating habits of
· children
· adolescents
· the elderly

Discuss the causes, symptoms and effects of
· anorexia nervosa
· bulimia
· obesity

Evaluate, for a child and an adult
· a vegetarian diet
· a vegan diet in terms of meeting their dietary requirements

• Discuss the role of diet in coronary heart disease and hypertension
• Discuss the role of diet in dental health
• Discuss the possible links between diet and cancer
• List the factors that lead to the development of osteoporosis

Devise a suitable menu for the following groups:
· infants
· school-going children
· adolescents
· pregnant women
· vegetarians
· vegans
· athletes

Outline the role of diet in the treatment of the following:
· diabetes mellitus
· coeliac disease
· cystic fibrosis
· lactose intolerance
· P.K.U.

• List the different techniques for measuring the nutritional status of an individual
• Summarise the nutritional intake of an individual using the 24-hour recall method
• Compare the nutritional intake of an individual with the reference nutrient intake (RNI).

Nutrition and Exercise
• Participants will be able to explain the terms: nutritional status, glycogen loading and dehydration
• Explain the effect of diet and nutritional status on physical performance and how glycogen loading is achieved
• List the possible causes and effects of dehydration, discuss the importance of high fluid intake at all times and be able to justify the need of fluid and electrolyte replacement before,during and after training and competition.

Food Labelling
• Participants will be able to specify the labelling of food products in accordance with EU regulations, interpret the nutrition labels on a variety of food products and explain the term “food additive”and list the main categories of food additives
• Distinguish between artificial and natural food additives and explain the term “additive induced hyperactivity”
• Explain the origin and significance of E numbers and source information on E numbers.

FETAC Code C20140: Nutrition
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrolment is ongoing. Delivery dates:
7th, 14th, 21st and 28th of May, 2013
Course Content Unit 1 Composition of Food
Unit 2 Nutrition and Health
Unit 3 Nutrition and Exercise
Unit 4 Food Labelling
Further Enquiries Theresa
t: 059 913 2152
e: admin@cktraining.ie
Methods of Assessment All assessment is carried out in accordance with FETAC regulations.
Assessment is devised by the internal assessor, with external moderation by FETAC.
Summary Assignments (2) 50%
Examination (Theory-Based) 50%

11.1 Assignments (2)
The internal assessor will devise two briefs that require candidates to produce evidence that demonstrates an understanding and application of a range of specific learning outcomes.

Assignment 1:
The brief for the first assignment will focus on the nutritional content of foods. Candidates will carry out an investigation of foods us ing appropriate research methods, analyse the results and present conclusions and recommendations. Candidates will submit a report with supporting documentation as part of the evidence.

Assignment 2:
The brief for the second assignment will focus
on the nutritional requirements of individuals or groups.

Candidates will investigate the dietary requirements of specific individuals or groups. They will devise suitable menus, outline the rationale for their selections and make recommendations. Candidates will submit a report with supporting documentation as part of the evidence.

The assignments may be presented in a variety of media, for example written, audio, graphic, visual or any combination of these. Any audio or video evidence must be provided on tape. Each assignment carries equal marks.

11.2 Examination
The internal assessor will devise a theory-based examination that assesses candidates’ ability to recall and apply theory and understanding, requiring responses to a range of question types, short answer and structured. These questions may be answered in different media such as in writing or orally. The examination will be based on a range of specific learning outcomes and will be 2 hours in duration.

The format of the examination will be as follows:
Section A
12 short answer questions.
Candidates are required to answer 10 (4 marks each).

Section B
4 structured questions.

Candidates are required to answer 3 (20 marks each.)
12 Grading
Pass 50 - 64%
Merit 65 - 79%
Distinction 80 - 100%

Location of Course Talbot Hotel, Portlaoise Road Carlow
Course Web Page: 
http://www.cktraining.ie/healthsafety.html
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes
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