Practical Home Care Skills

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Network: 
Irish Franchising Skillnet
Location of Course Nationwide
Methods of Assessment The course is assessed using
• Assignment (25%) Skills Demonstration (75%)
Further Enquiries Siobhan O'Callaghan
Tel: 01 291 1963
Fax: 01 293 8957
Email: siobhan@paramounthr.ie
Entry Requirements Participants must hold a Leaving Certificate or equivalent Qualification (Level 4) and / or have relevant life and work experience.
Course Content Learners who successfully complete this module will:
• Develop good communication skills relevant to their care role
• Understand the personal care needs of the person in their care
• Understand the importance of maintaining a safe, healthy and hygienic environment for the person being cared for
• Acquire the practical care skills that maintain the best quality of life for the person in their care
• Identify the needs and supports that are available to Carers providing practical care skills
The Syllabus will cover the following:
Unit 1: Communication and Listening Skills
Unit 2: Safe Caring
Unit 3: Practical Care Skills
Unit 4: Care Support
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Running on an ongoing basis 2012/13
FETAC Code N29940
Duration 5 days
Course Fee Price TBC
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes