QQI Level Palliative Care Support Course

The aim of this QQI Level Palliative Care Support Course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills of the palliative care approach to enable them to care for the person diagnosed with a life-limiting illness and, in the last days of a person’s life and also his/her family in a dignified and holistic way.

QQI Level Palliative Care Support Course objectives:

On completion of this learners will be able to:

  • provide holistic care for persons diagnosed with a life- limiting illness and in the last days of a person’s life and also for their families, carers and significant others
  • communicate effectively with persons with a life-limiting illness and in the last days of a person’s life and also with their families, carers and significant others
  • enhance the quality of life of the person with a life- limiting illness
  • recognise and respect the uniqueness of each person’s approach to death
  • work effectively as part of the healthcare team.

QQI Level Palliative Care Support Course Content:

  • Unit 1: Working with a Palliative Care Approach
  • Unit 2: Communication Skills
  • Unit 3: Death, Dying and Bereavement Care

 

QQI Level Palliative Care Support Course entry requirements:

The entry requirements for this QQI Level Palliative Care Support Course are as follows:

Learners are required to have a good command of English in terms of reading, writing and speaking.

This standard of proficiency is indicated by achieving or exceeding the standard of CEFR B2+ Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Learners who have achieved a passing grade in English at Junior Certificate level will be deemed to meet this criterion. However, learners for whom English is not their first language, are required to advise Qualtec, and may be required to provide evidence of proficiency.  This could include completing a standardised CEFR test or equivalent.

Learners should have basic IT skills. They will need to be able email, word process (Word) and use Presentation software (Powerpoint) and Zoom. They must have good broadband access and their own laptop/ tablet with microphone and speakers. (at least 10 Mbps download speed). This can be tested in advance of the course will arranging a practice log in by sending an email to [email protected] or using this online tool https://www.highspeedinternet.com/tools/speed-test. This should be tested prior to the course commencement.

The course must be completed by the learner on their own in a quite location on a computer at a desk/table.

QQI Level Palliative Care Support Assignments & Time Commitment 

Learners will need to complete several assignments.

Training Delivery Approach and Location

This course is delivered through blended learning and is assessed through Zoom. Learners must be present online for the full duration. They are expected to actively engage in the course through the completion of polls and responding to questions.

Technical Support

If learners have any academic IT issues they can contact the trainer by email or [email protected] from 9.00 until 5 Monday to Friday. They can also contact outside these hours in the cause of urgent issues.

Certification 
In successful completion of this course, learners will receive a QQI Level Palliative Care Support Certificate.

Why Qualtec?

Satisfaction. We get great feedback on this course.

Price. We are competitively priced. There may be cheaper out there. However we offer value for money.

Competence. All of our trainers are fully qualified to deliver this course.

Resources. On completion of this course learners will be registered on our elearning centre. In this they will have access to our PowerPoint presentation, guides, videos and useful links.

Pastoral care

As a trainer of trainer for 25 years Sean Kelleher is happy to guide learners on how learners can progress. He has also completed a Professional Diploma in Positive Health so is qualified to provide personal advice in the area of Positive Health & Wellbeing.

Progression.

On completion of this  course learners can progress onto the full QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support Award. They can also progress onto the QQI Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor CoursePHECC FAR Instructor Course, PHECC CFR Instructor CourseAbrasive Wheels Instructor CourseFire Safety and Fire Marshall Instructor Course, DSE/VDU Asssesor Course and the QQI Level 6 Training Delivery & Evaluation Course.

QQI Level 5 Care of the Older Person Course

QQI Level 5 Care of the Older Person Course aim: The aim of this QQI Level 5 Care of the Older Person Course is to provide learners with the knowledge, skills and competence to care for the older person.

QQI Level 5 Care of the Older Person Course objectives: On completion of this QQI Level 5 Care of the Older Person Course learners will be able to:

  • demonstrate good work practices in the provision of individualised holistic care for older people
  • understand the concept of the ageing process
  • meet the full range of needs of older people in a variety of care settings
  • enhance the quality of life of the older person.

QQI Level 5 Care of the Older Person content:

  • Unit 1: Ageing Process
  • Unit 2: Working with the Older Person
  • Unit 3: Caring for the Older Person with Specific Needs
  • Unit 4: Care Settings.

QQI Level 5 Care of the Older Person Course prerequisites:

The entry requirements for this QQI Level 5 Care of the Older Person Course are as follows:

Learners are required to have a good command of English in terms of reading, writing and speaking.

This standard of proficiency is indicated by achieving or exceeding the standard of CEFR B2+ Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Learners who have achieved a passing grade in English at Junior Certificate level will be deemed to meet this criterion. However, learners for whom English is not their first language, are required to advise Qualtec, and may be required to provide evidence of proficiency. This could include completing a standardised CEFR test or equivalent.

Learners should have basic IT skills. They will need to be able email, word process (Word) and use Presentation software (Powerpoint) and Zoom. They must have good broadband access and their own laptop/ tablet with microphone and speakers. (at least 10 Mbps download speed). This can be tested in advance of the course will arranging a practice log in by sending an email to [email protected] or using this online tool https://www.highspeedinternet.com/tools/speed-test. This should be tested prior to the course commencement.

The course must be completed by the learner on their own in a quite location on a computer at a desk/table.

QQI Level 5 Care of the Older Person Assignments & Time Commitment 

Learners will need to complete several assignments.

QQI Level 5 Care of the Older Person Training Delivery Approach and Location

This course is delivered through blended learning and is assessed through Zoom. Learners must be present online for the full duration. They are expected to actively engage in the course through the completion of polls and responding to questions.

Technical Support

If learners have any academic IT issues they can contact the trainer by email or [email protected] from 9.00 until 5 Monday to Friday. They can also contact outside these hours in the cause of urgent issues.

Certification 
In successful completion of this course, learners will receive a QQI Level 5 Care of the Older Person Certificate.

Why Qualtec?

Satisfaction. We get great feedback on this course.

Price. We are competitively priced. There may be cheaper out there. However we offer value for money.

Competence. All of our trainers are fully qualified to deliver this course.

Resources. On completion of this course learners will be registered on our elearning centre. In this they will have access to our PowerPoint presentation, guides, videos and useful links.

Pastoral care

As a trainer of trainer for 25 years Sean Kelleher is happy to guide learners on how learners can progress. He has also completed a Professional Diploma in Positive Health so is qualified to provide personal advice in the area of Positive Health & Wellbeing.

Progression.

On completion of this  course learners can progress onto the full QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support Award. They can also progress onto the QQI Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor CoursePHECC FAR Instructor Course, PHECC CFR Instructor CourseAbrasive Wheels Instructor CourseFire Safety and Fire Marshall Instructor Course, DSE/VDU Asssesor Course and the QQI Level 6 Training Delivery & Evaluation Course.

QQI Level 5 Care Skills

QQI Level 5 Care Skills Course aim: The aim of this QQI Level 5 Care Skills course is to provide learners with the knowledge, skills and competence to care for clients.

QQI Level 5 Care Skills Course objectives:

On completion of this QQI Level 5 Care Skills course learners will be able to:

  • recognise the personal care needs of clients
  • respond effectively to clients’ individual needs, with their involvement and use of choice
  • acquire practical skills in the area of client personal care
  • maintain a safe, healthy and hygienic environment for clients.

QQI Level 5 Care Skills Course Content:

  • Understanding Client Care
  • Using Equipment
  • Assisting Skills.

QQI Level 5 Care Skills Entry requirements:

Leaving certificate, Level 4 certificate or equivalent in a relevant subject area (Healthcare) and/or relevant practical experience (3 years minimum) – Please ask about our requirements surrounding Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for entry.

Students must be a based in Ireland and hold an Irish or UK PPS number. Enrolments without either will not be accepted.
Mature students (over 23 years) may be exempt from the above prerequisites.

Students must be working or on work experience in the Healthcare Sector (6-8 hours per week or 30 hours in total) throughout their course as assignments will require students to draw upon practical experience.

English Language Requirement: Students entering programmes leading to awards at Level 5 are expected to be able to: be proficient at reading, drafting, preparing and understanding information across a broad range of topics, including quantitative information.

Students undertaking this programme must have basic IT skills and access to the necessary equipment to enable them to undertake an online programme: computer, broadband, email, Microsoft, recording equipment necessary for some skills demonstration tasks, and where applicable any other specialised software/equipment.

QQI Level 5 Care Skills Course Assignments & Time Commitment 

Learners will need to complete several assignments.

QQI Level 5 Care Skills Course Delivery Approach and Location

This course is delivered through blended learning and is assessed through Zoom. Learners must be present online for the full duration. They are expected to actively engage in the course through the completion of polls and responding to questions.

Technical Support

If learners have any academic IT issues they can contact the trainer by email or [email protected] from 9.00 until 5 Monday to Friday. They can also contact outside these hours in the cause of urgent issues.

Certification 
In successful completion of this course, learners will receive a QQI Level 5 Care Skills Certificate.

Why Qualtec?

Satisfaction. We get great feedback on this course.

Price. We are competitively priced. There may be cheaper out there. However we offer value for money.

Competence. All of our trainers are fully qualified to deliver this course.

Resources. On completion of this course learners will be registered on our elearning centre. In this they will have access to our PowerPoint presentation, guides, videos and useful links.

Pastoral care

As a trainer of trainer for 25 years Sean Kelleher is happy to guide learners on how learners can progress. He has also completed a Professional Diploma in Positive Health so is qualified to provide personal advice in the area of Positive Health & Wellbeing.

Progression.

On completion of this  course learners can progress onto the full QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support Award. They can also progress onto the QQI Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor CoursePHECC FAR Instructor Course, PHECC CFR Instructor CourseAbrasive Wheels Instructor CourseFire Safety and Fire Marshall Instructor Course, DSE/VDU Asssesor Course and the QQI Level 6 Training Delivery & Evaluation Course.

QQI Level 5 Care Support Award

QQI Level 5 Care Support Course aim:

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to care for clients in a safe and hygienic environment.

QQI Level 5 Care Support Course location:

This course is delivered through Zoom.

QQI Level 5 Care Support Course learning outcomes:

On completion of this course learners will be able to:

  • Identify relevant groups of people in need of healthcare
  • 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 insocial 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 includeappropriate on site client care procedures forwashing, bathing, showering, positioning, moving and handling
  • Give assistance that enhances the privacy, dignity,independence and positive self image of clients incare
  • 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 mobility aids, feeding aids, washing aids, elimination aids and hoists
  • Report changes in the client’s condition to the relevant Supervisor
  • Complete client documentation where appropriate.
  • QQI Level 5 Care Support Course entry requirements

To ensure the greatest opportunity for successful participation in our programmes, learners are required to have a good command of English in terms of reading, writing and speaking.

This standard of proficiency is indicated by achieving or exceeding the standard of CEFR B2+ Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Learners who have achieved a passing grade in English at Junior Certificate level will be deemed to meet this criterion. However, learners for whom English is not their first language, are required to advise Qualtec, and may be required to provide evidence of proficiency.  This could include completing a standardised CEFR test or equivalent.

Learners should have basic IT skills. They will need to be able email, word process (Word) and use Presentation software (Powerpoint) and Zoom. They must have good broadband access and their own laptop/ tablet with microphone and speakers. (at least 10 Mbps download speed). This can be tested in advance of the course will arranging a practice log in by sending an email to [email protected] or using this online tool https://www.highspeedinternet.com/tools/speed-test.

The course should be completed in a quite location. This can be tested prior to the course commencement.

QQI Level 5 Care Support Course Assignments & Time Commitment 

Learners will need to complete a number of assignments.

Physical Activity: The learner must plan a physical activity like an outing or social event with a client.

Evidence should include a description of:

  • how the activity was planned, including consultation and/or decision making by the client(s)
  • the resources used
  • use of teamwork and/or other personnel involved
  • verbal and non-verbal communication that took place
  • an evaluation of the impact of the activity for the client(s).

Learner Record:

A learner record is the learner’s self-reported and self-reflective record in which he/she describes specific learning experiences, activities, responses and skills acquired. A personal learner record will be compiled by candidates. It will include a selection of evidence arising from candidates’ work and interaction with others in healthQQI Level 5 Care Support

Training Delivery Approach and Location

This course is delivered through blended learning and be assessed through Zoom. Learners must be present online for the fully duration. They are expected to actively engage in the course through completion of polls and responding to questions.

Technical Support

If learners have any academic IT issues they can contact the trainer by email or [email protected] from 9.00 until 5 Monday to Friday. They can also contact outside these hours in the cause of urgent issues.

Certification 
In successful completion of this course learners will receive a QQI Level 5 QQI Level 5 Care Support Certificate.

Why Qualtec?

Experience. We are delivering this course for the last 15 years and have trained over 1,000 learners.

Satisfaction. We get great feedback on this course.

Price. We are competitively priced. There may be cheaper out there. However we offer value for money.

Competence. All of our trainers are fully qualified to deliver this course.

Resources. On completion of this course learners will be registered on our elearning centre. In this they will have access to our PowerPoint presentation, guides, videos and useful links.

Pastoral care

As a trainer of trainer for 25 years Sean Kelleher is happy to provide guidance to learners on how learners can progress. He has also completed a Professional Diploma in Positive Health so is qualified to provide personal advice in the area of Positive Health & Wellbeing.

Progression.

On completion of this  course learners can progress onto the full QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support Award. They can also progress onto the QQI Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor CoursePHECC FAR Instructor Course, PHECC CFR Instructor CourseAbrasive Wheels Instructor CourseFire Safety and Fire Marshall Instructor Course, DSE/VDU Asssesor Course and the QQI Level 6 Training Delivery & Evaluation Course.

QQI Level 5 Care Support

Care Support Course aim:

The purpose of this award is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill, and competence to work under supervision in providing support in a variety of Healthcare settings and or to progress to further and or higher education and training.

Care Support Course location:

This course is delivered through Zoom.

Care Support Course learning outcomes:

On completion of this course learners 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 clients, relatives and multidisciplinary team members

Care Support Course entry requirements

To ensure the greatest opportunity for successful participation in our programmes, learners are required to have a good command of English in terms of reading, writing and speaking.

This standard of proficiency is indicated by achieving or exceeding the standard of CEFR B2+ Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Learners who have achieved a passing grade in English at Junior Certificate level will be deemed to meet this criterion. However, learners for whom English is not their first language, are required to advise Qualtec, and may be required to provide evidence of proficiency.  This could include completing a standardised CEFR test or equivalent.

Learners should have basic IT skills. They will need to be able email, word process (Word) and use Presentation software (Powerpoint) and Zoom. They must have good broadband access and their own laptop/ tablet with microphone and speakers. (at least 10 Mbps download speed). This can be tested in advance of the course will arranging a practice log in by sending an email to [email protected] or using this online tool https://www.highspeedinternet.com/tools/speed-test.

The course should be completed in a quite location. This can be tested prior to the course commencement.

Care Support Course Assignments & Time Commitment 

Learners will need to complete a number of assignments.

Physical Activity: The learner must plan a physical activity like an outing or social event with a client.

Evidence should include a description of:

  • how the activity was planned, including consultation and/or decision making by the client(s)
  • the resources used
  • use of teamwork and/or other personnel involved
  • verbal and non-verbal communication that took place
  • an evaluation of the impact of the activity for the client(s).

Learner Record:

A learner record is the learner’s self-reported and self-reflective record in which he/she describes specific learning experiences, activities, responses and skills acquired. A personal learner record will be compiled by candidates. It will include a selection of evidence arising from candidates’ work and interaction with others in healthcare support

Training Delivery Approach and Location

This course is delivered through blended learning and be assessed through Zoom. Learners must be present online for the fully duration. They are expected to actively engage in the course through completion of polls and responding to questions.

Technical Support

If learners have any academic IT issues they can contact the trainer by email or [email protected] from 9.00 until 5 Monday to Friday. They can also contact outside these hours in the cause of urgent issues.

Certification 
In successful completion of this course learners will receive a QQI Level 5 Care Support Certificate.

Why Qualtec?

Experience. We are delivering this course for the last 15 years and have trained over 1,000 learners.

Satisfaction. We get great feedback on this course.

Price. We are competitively priced. There may be cheaper out there. However we offer value for money.

Competence. All of our trainers are fully qualified to deliver this course.

Resources. On completion of this course learners will be registered on our elearning centre. In this they will have access to our PowerPoint presentation, guides, videos and useful links.

Pastoral care

As a trainer of trainer for 25 years Sean Kelleher is happy to provide guidance to learners on how learners can progress. He has also completed a Professional Diploma in Positive Health so is qualified to provide personal advice in the area of Positive Health & Wellbeing.

Progression.

On completion of this QQI Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor course learners can progress onto the QQI Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor CoursePHECC FAR Instructor Course, PHECC CFR Instructor CourseAbrasive Wheels Instructor CourseFire Safety and Fire Marshall Instructor Course, DSE/VDU Asssesor Course and the QQI Level 6 Training Delivery & Evaluation Course.

QQI Level 5 Communications Award

QQI Level 5 Communications Award Course aim:

The purpose of this QQI Level 5 Communications Award course is to equip the learner with the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to communicate verbally and non-verbally in standard everyday tasks and in work-related tasks, operating independently while under general direction.

QQI Level 5 Communications Course location:

This course is delivered on our Virtual Learning Environment.

QQI Level 5 Communications Course outline

  • Communications and Information Technology
  • Legislation related to Communications
  • Verbal and non-verbal communication
  • Verbal communication skills
  • Listening skills
  • Reading techniques
  • Researching and referencing
  • Drafting and proof reading
  • Communication styles
  • Communication technology

QQI Level 5 Communications course entry requirements

To ensure the greatest opportunity for successful participation in our programmes, learners are required to have a good command of English in terms of reading, writing and speaking.

This standard of proficiency is indicated by achieving or exceeding the standard of CEFR B2+ Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Learners who have achieved a passing grade in English at Junior Certificate level will be deemed to meet this criterion. However, learners for whom English is not their first language, are required to advise Qualtec, and may be required to provide evidence of proficiency.  This could include completing a standardised CEFR test or equivalent.

Learners should have basic IT skills. They will need to be able email, word process (Word) and use Presentation software (Powerpoint) and Zoom. They must have good broadband access and their own laptop/ tablet with microphone and speakers. (at least 10 Mbps download speed). This can be tested in advance of the course will arranging a practice log in by sending an email to [email protected] or using this online tool https://www.highspeedinternet.com/tools/speed-test.

The course should be completed in a quite location. This can be tested prior to the course commencement.

Communications Award Course Assignments & Time Commitment 

Learners will need to complete a number of assignments.

Lesson Plan for allocated topic (template provided). Allow I hour for completion and due on the final day of the course.

Preparation of topic for 15 minute presentation.  Allow 2 hours for this preparation.

Training Delivery Approach and Location

This course is delivered through blended learning and be assessed through Zoom. Learners must be present online for the fully duration. They are expected to actively engage in the course through completion of polls and responding to questions.

Technical Support

If learners have any academic IT issues they can contact the trainer by email or [email protected] from 9.00 until 5 Monday to Friday. They can also contact outside these hours in the cause of urgent issues.

Certification 
In successful completion of this course learners will receive a QQI Level 5 Communications Award Certificate.

Why Qualtec?

Experience. We are delivering this course for the last 15 years and have trained over 1,000 learners.

Satisfaction. We get great feedback on this course.

Price. We are competitively priced. There may be cheaper out there. However we offer value for money.

Competence. All of our trainers are fully qualified to deliver this course.

Resources. On completion of this course learners will be registered on our elearning centre. In this they will have access to our PowerPoint presentation, guides, videos and useful links.

Pastoral care

As a trainer of trainer for 25 years Sean Kelleher is happy to provide guidance to learners on how learners can progress. He has also completed a Professional Diploma in Positive Health so is qualified to provide personal advice in the area of Positive Health & Wellbeing.

Progression.

On completion of this QQI Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor course learners can progress onto the QQI Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor CoursePHECC FAR Instructor Course, PHECC CFR Instructor CourseAbrasive Wheels Instructor CourseFire Safety and Fire Marshall Instructor Course, DSE/VDU Asssesor Course and the QQI Level 6 Training Delivery & Evaluation Course.

QQI Level 5 Safety Health and Welfare at Work

QQI Level 5 Safety Health and Welfare at Work Course aim:

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill, and competence to promote and maintain safety and health in a work environment.

Who should attend?

Those with responsibilities in relation to health & safety.

QQI Level 5 Safety Health and Welfare at Work Content

Safety Management

Legislation

Risk assessment and risk control

Consultation & Communication,

Common hazards

  • Work equipment
  • Poor housekeeping
  • Manual Handling
  • Visual Display Unit
  • Electricity
  • Noise
  • Fire
  • Vehicles
  • Chemicals

PPE

Safety Signs

Infection Control

Information & Training

Health promotion

Safety Auditing

Emergency Procedures & Accident Investigation

 

QQI Level 5 Safety Health and Welfare at Work Course Assessment:

Examination: 40%

Assignments: 60%

 

Delivery Method

elearning and classroom.

 

Cost

€300

PHECC First Aid Course Online

Course aim: The aim of this online First Aid course online is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to be a First Aid ResponderFirst Aid Course Online

Course objectives:

At the completion of this First Aid course online learners will be able to:

• deal with life threatening or potentially life threatening conditions in the pre-hospital environment until arrival of emergency medical services.
• provide First Aid Response for conditions not thought to be life-threatening but are necessary to prevent further harm before the emergency medical services arrive.
• provide pre-hospital First Aid Response in a wide range of environments including home and recreational settings.
• display the requisite personal skills including composure, competence and self-confidence while understanding their limitations.
• recognise and be able to cope with the additional challenges provided by “Special Circumstances” for which additional training must be completed
• deal with life threatening or potentially life threatening conditions in the pre-hospital environment until arrival of emergency medical services.
• provide First Aid Response for conditions not thought to be life-threatening but are necessary to prevent further harm before the emergency medical services arrive.
• provide pre-hospital First Aid Response in a wide range of environments including home and recreational settings.
• display the requisite personal skills including composure, competence and self-confidence while understanding their limitations.
• recognise and be able to cope with the additional challenges provided by “Special Circumstances” for which additional training must be completed

Course Content

  • Patient Assessment
  • Incident Procedure
  • Common Medical Emergencies
  • CPR
  • Injury Management
  • Care of the unconscious patient
  • Burns & Electrical Injury
  • Hypothermia & Hyperthermia
  • Information Management
  • Communications
  • Well being of the First Aid Responder

Access: In order to participate on the course learners must have a reasonable level of English comprehension.

First Aid Course Online Delivery Methodology

This course is delivered through elearning followed by practical demonstration and assessment in the classroom.

The elearning course is hosted on our WordPress Learning Management System. This is comprised of self-paced on-demand eLearning Modules

At the end of each module there is a quiz. Time has been allowed for remediation where the learner can redo the module if the quiz has not been successfully completed.

The learning course is then followed by a traditional classroom session which involves practical demonstration and skills assessment.

In the classroom session, the theory is recapped, the learners complete the 20 question MCQ and all skills are demonstrated, practiced and then assessed.

Certification

On successful completion of the course students will receive a PHECC First Aid Responder certificate

Why Qualtec?

Competence: Qualtec is a PHECC Recognised Institution. All of our trainers have completed the PHECC FAR Instructor Course.

Mental Health First Aid

This Mental Health First Aid Course will equip learners with knowledge and awareness on a range of mental health illnesses enabling the recognition of common signs and symptoms either during a mental health crisis or during the development of a mental health illness.

 

Mental Health First Aid Course Contents

Introduction to mental health

Learn to recognise the signs and symptoms associated with anxiety and depression

Learn how to develop empathic listening skills

Tools to challenging stigma

Improve productivity within the workplace

Decrease absenteeism

Improved performance from individuals and teams

Mental Health First Aid Instructor Course Outline

Know what mental health is and why people develop mental health conditions and the role of a Mental Health First Aider

Know how to provide advice and practical support for a person presenting a mental health condition

Know how to recognise and manage stress

Know how to recognise and identify range mental conditions

Understanding the impact of substance abuse on mental health

Understand the first aid action plan for mental health and be able to put it in place

Know how to implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace

Certification & Assessment

Learners who complete the Mental Health First Aid Course will receive a Qualtec Mental Health First Aid Certificate.

QNUK Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Conditions

The aim of this course is to provide you with an awareness of Mental Health Conditions

Course content:

The Context of Mental Health

Stress

Anxiety

Phobias

Depression

Post-Natal Depression

Bipolar Disorder

Schizophrenia

Dementia

Eating Disorders

Attention Deficit

Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Entry requirements

Learners should have a good command of English both verbal and written.

Training Delivery Approach and Location

This course is delivered over 10 evenings over Zoom.

Learners must be present online for the fully duration. They are expected to actively engage in the course through completion of polls and responding to questions.

Technical Support

If learners have any academic IT issues they can contact the trainer by email or [email protected] from 9.00 until 5 Monday to Friday. They can also contact outside these hours in the cause of urgent issues.

Course Certification 
In successful completion of this course learners will receive a Certificate in Awareness Mental Health Conditions from QNUK

Why Qualtec?

Experience. We have been delivering training courses for the past 25 years.

Satisfaction. We get great feedback on this course. We provide amoney back guarantee! If you are not satisfied after the first day we will refund the course fee!!!

Price. We are competitively priced. There may be cheaper out there. However we offer value for money.

Competence. This course is delivered by a qualified psychotherapist.

Progression. On completion of this QQI Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor course learners can progress onto the QNUK Mental Health First Aid Instructor Course, QQI Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor Course, PHECC FAR Instructor Course, PHECC CFR Instructor CourseAbrasive Wheels Instructor Course, Fire Safety and Fire Marshall Instructor Course, DSE/VDU Asssesor Course and the QQI Level 6 Training Delivery & Evaluation Course.