Course Details

CMIT is offering learners an opportunity to pursue the QQI Healthcare Support (Level 5 Major Award). This major award meets the Irish educational requirements to work in public and private healthcare facilities. The course has been designed to equip learners with the recognised qualification within a 12-month duration. Upon the completion of this course learners will have gained the practical and theoretical skills needed to work safely and effectively as a healthcare assistant in a variety of healthcare settings with a strong focus on individual and person-centred care. In a climate where time is precious, CMIT is offering an innovative approach to learning. The CMIT eLearning system enables learners to work at their own pace while being fully supported by a qualified Tutor.

There is a qualified Healthcare Tutor assigned to all learners to provide guidance and assistance throughout the course and written personalised feedback is provided on all assessment work.

By choosing to complete the major award in healthcare with CMIT, learners have 24×7 access to CMIT eLearning for the duration of the course. This includes comprehensive Course Manuals, Live Webinars, Videos, Quizzes, and personalised Tutor Support. The course is user-friendly and easy to follow. Learners will also be able to upload assessments online and receive Tutor feedback. The eLearning system can be used from any computer that has internet access.

Who should complete this QQI Healthcare Support course?

• Those who wish to work as a Healthcare Assistant in Ireland: required for those who wish to pursue a career as a Healthcare Assistant in various settings like hospitals, nursing homes, or homecare. The course is tailored to learners eager to gain a recognised qualification in healthcare, with or without prior healthcare knowledge or experience​​.
• Learners Seeking Accredited Healthcare Education: Suitable for individuals aiming for an accredited qualification that meets Irish educational requirements for working in public and private healthcare facilities​​ (hospital, nursing home or homecare setting). This course provides the necessary certification, ensuring compliance with Irish healthcare regulations.
• People Seeking Comprehensive Healthcare Training: The course covers a wide range of healthcare topics, including care planning, care of the older person, work experience preparation, care skills, health and safety, team working, infection prevention and control, and care provision and practice​​.
• Flexible Learners with a Focus on Practical Skills: Perfect for those who prefer distance learning with the flexibility to work at their own pace and who are committed to developing both practical and theoretical skills in healthcare. The course includes written assignments, online exams, and practical skills demonstrations​​.
• Read our guide about working in Healthcare in Ireland.

Entry Requirements / Prerequisites

• Leaving Cert, Level 4 award or equivalent, and/or relevant Life or Work Experience.
• Applicants who are not currently in employment in a registered healthcare setting will be required to secure work experience in the healthcare sector for 120 hours. This can be carried out at any stage of the course either on a full or part time basis (please contact the Student Support Team for further details). Those who do not have work experience in place will be required to complete a course suitability interview.
• Learners will be required to participate in live online classes/webinars.
• Some assessments require completion of work, which must be evaluated by a suitably qualified supervisor or manager.
• Learners will be required to successfully complete Garda Vetting prior to commencing work experience in a registered healthcare setting. Please contact the college if you require assistance in completing Garda Vetting.
• Learners must be a resident of Ireland / based in Ireland and hold a valid PPS Number.
• Basic working knowledge of computers and access to a computer with internet access is required to do the course. For technical requirements click here>>
• As this NFQ qualification is delivered through English it is necessary learners will have sufficient written English skills to complete this course. Learners for whom English is not a first language will be required to provide evidence of meeting a minimum English language and literacy competency of B2 in writing, reading, listening and speaking on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL).
• Learners entering programmes leading to awards at Level 5 will usually be proficient at reading, drafting, preparing, and understanding information across a broad range of topics, including quantitative information. Full details are available here>>