Tralee Community College |
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Certificate in Disability Support - DCHSX
Courses 2010-2011
| Duration: | One Year |
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| Awarding Body: | FETAC |
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| Course Code: | DCHSX (Level 5) |
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| Progression: | Higher Education Links Scheme (Various Institutes of Technologies and some Universities) |
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| Application: | Mail To: Tralee Community College, Clash, Tralee, Co. Kerry Online: http://www.traleecc.com Phone: +353 (0) 66 7121741 |
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| Maintenance Grant: | Applications To: Kerry Education Service, Riverside House, Dan Spring Road, Tralee, Co. Kerry (or to your local VEC office). |
Introduction:
This is a one-year full time course offering a practical introduction for those wishing to explore and develop their knowledge of disability and practice. It is designed to facilitate individuals who wish to work in the areas of intellectual disability nursing, psychiatric nursing or as an assistant in disability settings.
Course Aims:
- To create awareness of persons with disabilities and their needs
- To develop communication and interpersonal skills
- To develop a person centred approach to disability
- To understand the needs for inclusion and integration in society
- To become aware of the rights and entitlements of persons with disabilities
Course Content:
- Communications
- Work Experience
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Care Provision & Practice
- Introduction to Nursing
- Human Growth & Development
- Understanding Special Needs
- Person Centred Focus to Disability
- Occupational First-Aid
- Nutrition
Entry Requirements:
Applicants should have the Leaving Certificate or equivalent. Mature applicants are also welcome. Selection will be made by interview.
Career Opportunities:
Students who achieve a full FETAC Level 5 award may apply for entry into Intellectual Disability Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing and Mental Health Nursing in the Institutes of Technology and Universities.
Course Fees:
In addition to the registration fee of €150, there will be a nominal fee for First-Aid and workshops.
Work Experience:
One day per week will be spent in a closely related field.
Garda Vetting:
Satisfactory Garda Vetting is a mandatory part of completing registration for this programme. Failure to obtain satisfactory Garda Vetting may result in de-registration.
Certification:
Students who complete the course successfully qualify for:
- A FETAC (Level 5) award in Community and Health Services - DCHSX
- First-Aid Certificate and a Manual Handling Certificate
- A College Certificate
Enquiries and Applications:
For enquiries and applications please refer to contact methods above or click "Apply Now" on various parts of this web page.
| Phone: +353 (0)66 7121741 | E-mail: tccoffice@eircom.net | Fax: +353 (0)66 7129200 |