Pitman Training South - Healthcare and Medical courses

This programme addresses the needs of practitioners and graduates who wish to develop their professional competence in areas of Counselling & Psychotherapy with particular emphasis of the Family, through advanced study, professional placement and research, develop personal and professional capacity and collaborative problem-solving skills, underpinned by evidence-based practice and reflection.[...]

 Health Service Skills 5M3782 This one-year course will aim to prepare students for work with people in a hospital, respite care, social care, community development or residential setting. The healthcare worker needs the social, communication and caring skills to work with individuals and groups. Healthcare Skills will lay a foundation[...]

Course Objectives Be familiar with the composition of food Evaluate the nutritional content of food Understand the relationship between health and nutrition Interpret current dietary information and recommendations Examine eating habits Be familiar with the nutritional needs of different groups of people Acquire a range of practical techniques   Assessment[...]

Course Objectives Understand the responsibilities and entitlements of the care worker Promote good practice in the care setting Recognise the importance of working effectively within a team Acquire effective communication skills   Assessment Structure Learner Record (70%) Assignment (30%)   Entry Requirements National Vocational Certificate Level 4 Or Leaving Certificate[...]