Monaghan Institute - Advanced Applied Social Studies Student Testimonial

Posted on July 21, 2021

Advanced Applied Social Studies Student Testimonial - Shannon Walsh

CS02 - Level 5 Health Service Skills

The overall aim of the programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and under supervision in a supportive role within the Health Service.

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Is this course right for you?

If you wish to pursue a profession as a health service worker, then this is the course for you. We focus on providing the necessary skills and knowledge required across a range of care settings with a variety of age groups. The course welcomes those who are already employed in a caring role, and require the necessary qualifications.

What will you study?

You will study several modules directly related to the field of health care. The appropriate interpersonal & interactive skills to work as a member of the interdisciplinary team will also be explored. An integral part of this course is work experience, one day per week, with a further three weeks allocated as a block placement to enable learners to gain experience in their chosen field and to enhance job prospects.

Areas of study to include:

Care of the Older Person
Care Skills
Human Growth & Development
Care Support/Infection Prevention & Control
Safety & Health at Work
Word Processing
Communications
Work Experience

Additional

Elder Abuse Training
FAR (First Aid Response)
Patient Safer Moving and Handling

Qualifications Obtained

5M3782 QQI Level 5 Health Service Skills

Patient Safer Moving and Handling

FAR (First Aid Response) Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council

Further Information

Find out about Entry Requirements.

For more information on this course, please contact Marie Conlon.

CS02 - Level 5 Health Service Skills

Career Prospects

Health Service Skills graduates find employment in diverse fields. Here are some of the most popular career destinations you could progress to:

Care Assistants in Nursing Homes or Hospitals │Activity Coordinator │Personal Assistant in Schools│ Care Assistant in Disability Services │Homecare Assistant │Special Needs Assistant.