This distance learning, QQI Care Skills and QQI Care of the Older Person course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at work, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification.
These courses are designed to provide the learner with an understanding of care skills and care of the older person. These courses aim to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to identify care needs, provide quality care that promotes dignity and respect and to assist others with their personal hygiene and the use of care equipment, tools and aids and to meet the full range of needs of older people in a variety of care settings. The course 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 these modules on our learning outcomes page.
How you will learn
By enrolling on these modules, you’ll receive 24/7 access to the eLearning platform for the full duration of your studies. This includes a detailed course manuals, 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 these QQI-certified programmes 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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I chose to study with CMIT because the courses are flexible, well-structured, and recognised. The online format allows me to learn at my own pace while still having access to support when I need it. I also appreciated the clear course outlines and the practical, career-focused approach that CMIT offers. It felt like the right balance of quality, convenience, and professional relevance. Overall, I found the course well-organised and easy to follow. The materials were clear, the modules flowed logically, and the assessments helped reinforce what I learned. I appreciated being able to study at my own pace, and the support available from tutors was reassuring and a good learning experience. Everything is well-presented. Excellent.
I found the course very informative
I found the course very interesting and informative for the line of work that i have now started to do Care Assistant
Was good! Good support from my tutor Deirdre.
I’ve gained knowledge an Skills.
The course was useful.
I would like to express my gratitude helping me enroll to this course as really needed it to grow in healthcare. The course is very helpful.
I chose CMIT as I heard so many great reviews from people and I’m glad that I did.. I enjoyed both courses. The style and format they were delivered in was incredible. I will definitely be recommending this college.
Very satisfied and concise content.
I chose CMIT because it offers internationally recognized programs that add real value to my career.The flexible online learning options allow me to balance my studies with my work and personal life.Learning from experienced and supportive tutors has been very motivating.I really appreciate the student support and guidance, which makes the journey much easier.CMIT’s programs are practical and career-focused, so I can apply what I learn directly in my professional life.
It is user-friendly and allows for flexible learning. All CMIT staff respond quickly and are all extremely friendly. I am learning a great deal of valuable information through this course, and I am thoroughly enjoying it.
Very satisfactory avenue to take future course which I would. I love the responsive nature of my tutor.
Enjoying the course- Finding it very interesting.
The course was very helpful and well organized. It was a positive and valuable learning experience.
The Care of the Older Person course is very educational and pertinent to my career goals in healthcare, in my opinion. I can fit the study around my other obligations thanks to the online format, and the material is helping me gain a thorough grasp of the unique requirements and difficulties associated with providing care for the elderly. It is applicable and useful, covering everything from understanding the emotional and social aspects of ageing to providing physical care. In order to work as a healthcare assistant in places like nursing homes or home care, where I will be directly assisting senior citizens in their everyday lives, the course is undoubtedly increasing my knowledge and confidence.
Thank you for providing such a useful and engaging course. It has helped me develop valuable skills that i will use in my work.
Very Good.
It’s a great course, no improvement needed.
I really enjoyed completing my course with CMIT because my tutor Deirdre was extremely helpful and the website was easy to follow.
It is very informative and it is great to see the Care Skills and Care of the older person can be completed in one bundle as they are very connected.
Staff are helpful, thank you.
It was a good experience for me because I am a worker so it gave me my space to work and study at the same time.
It’s straight forward and very easy to understand the content that’s being taught. Makes it more enjoyable to learn.
Amazing course, I have my own time to do this course. Overall, this course is essential not only for enhancing the quality of life of elderly people but also for fostering professional growth and confidence among carers.
I was introduced by a friend who did a course with CMIT, he told me that CMIT courses are all recognised and accredited so I decided to give it a try, I am so pleased with my completed course, all thanks to Deirdre my tutor.
The course was engaging.
Course was very informative and had lots of extra resources available to strengthen the core skills taught.
Good course.
Excellent easy to understand course materials and tutor support.
The course is well organised and tutor is very nice and helpful. I had to take this course because my NVQ from the UK is not recognised from some of employers in Ireland, although I haven’t learn anything new but I needed to complete it because of Irish certification. But your programme is very good and I am glad you allowed me to do in my free time, so flexibility is good and tutors are helpful.
Course is very good and I find that I am learning lots.
Good and very impactful.
Excellent.
The course is very good for obtaining knowledge and new skills in the care area, the information is very actual.
Nothing to improve everything is good. The instructions of the assessment are very clear and the feedback received very soon
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