This distance learning, QQI accredited Care of the Older Person course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at work, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification.
This course is designed to provide the learner with an understanding of care of the older person and to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to meet the full range of needs of older people in a variety of care settings. The module is designed to help learners develop new ideas and competence, which can be utilised in their workplace, and in their interactions with people they work with.
View a detailed list of the learning outcomes for this course on our learning outcomes page.
By enrolling on this course, you’ll receive 24/7 access to the eLearning platform for the full duration of your studies. This includes a detailed course manual, engaging videos, interactive quizzes, and dedicated one-to-one tutor support via a messaging system. You’ll also have access to the CMIT Digital Library, providing a wealth of additional resources.
The course materials for this QQI-certified programme are clearly structured and easy to follow. You can conveniently upload your assessments online and receive feedback through the eLearning platform. You will receive personalised feedback from your tutor on each assessment you submit. The CMIT eLearning platform is accessible from any internet-connected computer, giving you the flexibility to study anytime, anywhere.
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CMIT is very easy and user friendly. Any queries answered in a good amount of time. I have no issues regarding the course, course work or tutors.
My tutor Deidre was really helpful during the course.
I found the QQI Care of the Older Person course to be very informative and practical. The content was well structured and easy to follow, with clear links to real-life care situations. It helped me develop a deeper understanding of person-centred care, dignity, communication, and promoting independence when supporting older adults. The course materials, tutor feedback, and assessments were all very relevant to my daily work in the healthcare field. Overall, I truly enjoyed the course and feel more confident in providing high-quality care to older people.
I chose to study with CMIT because their courses are flexible and match my work schedule. I work long hours in healthcare, so I need to study in my own time. CMIT lets me access the lessons anytime. The lessons are clear, and the tutors give good support. Their courses are also QQI-accredited, which helps me improve my career as a healthcare assistant. The online system is easy to use, and I feel confident that this training will help me learn new skills and give better care to my clients. The tutor support is helpful, and I feel confident in improving my skills through this course. It has been a good learning experience for me.
I chose CMIT because it provides high-quality online courses with QQI accreditation, and I heard very positive feedback from other students. The flexibility to study from home and the tutor support made it the right choice for me.
I chose to study with CMIT because the courses are flexible, accredited, and designed in a way that allows me to learn at my own pace while still receiving structured support. The online platform is easy to use, and the course materials are clear and practical. CMIT also has a strong reputation for professional training, which gave me confidence that the qualification would be recognised and valuable for my career development.
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I chose to study with CMIT because it offers flexible online courses that fit well with my schedule. The platform is easy to use, the content is well structured, and the qualifications are recognised in Ireland. This allows me to improve my skills and career opportunities in the healthcare field.
The CMIT site was easy to navigate, user friendly and overall good quality and interesting.
I chose to study with CMIT because they offer flexible, accredited online courses that fit perfectly with my work and personal commitments. Their learning platform is easy to use, and the tutors are very supportive and responsive. I also appreciate that CMIT qualifications are recognized and respected by employers, which helps me progress in my career
I chose to study with CMIT because they offer flexible, accredited online courses that fit perfectly with my work and personal commitments. Their learning platform is easy to use, and the tutors are very supportive and responsive. I also appreciate that CMIT qualifications are recognized and respected by employers, which helps me progress in my career
I am really enjoying the course so far. The content is clear, relevant, and well structured, and I appreciate how each unit connects theory to real-life care situations. The online platform is easy to navigate, and the tutor feedback is constructive and encouraging. It has helped me strengthen my understanding of person-centred care and the professional responsibilities of healthcare assistants.
I really enjoyed the course. The content was clear.
I chose to study with CMIT because of its strong reputation for providing high-quality, practical training in healthcare and social care. CMIT offers hands-on learning experiences, small class sizes, and dedicated support from experienced tutors, which I felt would help me gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to work effectively in caring for older people. Additionally, their courses are well-recognized by employers, making it a great pathway to a career in healthcare.
Overall, I am very satisfied with the course. The content is clear, relevant, and well structured, providing practical knowledge that I can apply in real-life situations. The flexibility of the online learning platform also makes it easier to study while working.
The course was highly insightful and provided me with substantial knowledge. I now feel confident in my ability to apply what I have learned effectively in practical settings.
I chose to study with CMIT because of its flexibility and practical approach to learning. The online delivery model allowed me to balance my studies alongside other commitments, while still having access to high-quality learning materials and tutor support. I was particularly drawn to CMIT’s emphasis on industry-relevant qualifications that are recognised both in Ireland and internationally. This ensured that the skills and knowledge I gained would be directly applicable to my career goals.
The course was very helpful and well-structured.I really improved my skills and knowledge.
The course so far is clear, practical, and very relevant to healthcare and elder care, and I appreciate the guidance and support provided.
Good course a lot of information in the course content.
I found the course very comprehensive and well-structured. It provided clear explanations and practical examples that helped me strengthen my knowledge in healthcare.
The course is flexible and suits my routine, which I really appreciate.
After completing this course I have gained more knowledge which will definately help me in the field of Health Care
I decided to study at CMIT because it offers interactive courses with teachers, time to submit assessments, and resources to complete them. Thanks to this, I was able to complete the course and balance my time with my work.
Overall, the course was very informative, flexible, and easy to follow. It gave me the skills I need to start working in healthcare
Yes, I’m really enjoying the course so far. The content is clear and well-structured, and I feel like I’m learning valuable skills. I also appreciate the flexibility of being able to study at my own pace.
I found the course very interesting and very Knowledgeable ,full of information.
I choose to study with CMIT because they offer flexible online learning, which allowed me to balance my studies with my personal responsibilities. the course content was easy to follow, well-organised, and very practical. I also found the tutor support to be excellent and encouraging throughout. CMIT has a good reputation for delivering quality training, and the affordable fees made it even more accessible for me. I really enjoyed the course. it was well-organised, and I learn a lot that will help me in my future career. the materials were clear, and the support from my tutor was very helpful. I feel more confident now working in healthcare, especially with elderly people.
It was a great experience to complete this course and very worthwhile.
This course enhanced my skills and improved my perspectives.
I’m enjoying the course so far. The course is easy to follow ,well organized and very relevant to what I learn .I also like that I can study at my own pace .
The course was very informative and easy to follow. It gave me a good understanding of how to care for older people and helped build my confidence in working in the healthcare sector. I’m glad I chose to study with CMIT.
Thank you for all staff and tutor ,for their support during my course.
Thoroughly enjoyed completing the course as it’s of a personal interest to me and it suits I can do in my own time.
Thoroughly enjoyed completing the course as it’s of a personal interest to me and it suits I can do in my own time.
The course has been really good so far. It’s easy to understand, well-organized, and the support from tutors is great. I’m learning a lot at my own pace.
Overall, I found the QQI course to be very informative and well-organised. The content was relevant, practical, and directly related to real-life care situations, which helped me build both knowledge and confidence. I appreciated the clear guidelines, accessible resources, and the support provided throughout the course. It has been a valuable learning experience and has prepared me well for working in the care field.
I found this course very informative and helpful, and also helped me prepare for my future goal
I’ve had a great experience with the CMIT course so far. Overall, I am looking forward to continuing the course and applying what I’ve learned.
It was well laid out with lots of information
It’s very helpful to improve my job skills. The assessment was very supportive and got more knowledge about the course deeply. Also the tutor was very supportive and graded my assessment with a proper responds.
Loved it. learnt a lot that will be useful for work.
I chose to study with CMIT College for my QQI course because of their strong reputation for delivering high-quality online education. Their courses are flexible and well-structured, which is important for me as I need to balance my studies with work. CMIT also offers excellent tutor support and clear learning materials, which make it easier to stay motivated and succeed in the course. Additionally, the fact that their programs are QQI-accredited gave me confidence that the qualification would be nationally recognized and respected. Highly Recommended.
Highly recommended.
Great course.
Extremely adaptable way of learning. Great value.
I loved the structure of the course and the learning materials provided. Everything was great and the tutor feedback was extremely fast which I loved!
I found this course helpful and easy to follow.
So far the course is informative. There is a some excellent manuals to read also. Which is a very helpful resource for the assessments that need to be completed.
The course was very helpful and enjoyable
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