Course description
Pre-Paramedic Ambulance and Fire
QQI Level 5 in Community Health Services (5M4468)
An ideal course for anyone seeking a career in the emergency services, this one-year course will equip learners with all the vital skills needed to work in this fast-paced environment. Not only will you learn about skills needed in the healthcare sector, you will also gain a good foundation if you wish to progress further in your studies.
Modules:
- · Anatomy & Physiology
- · Child Health and Well-being
- · Care of the older person
- · Safety & Health at Work
- · Emergency Department Care Skills
- · Word Processing
- · Communications
- · Work Experience
- · (Occupational First Aid & Patient Handling)
Entry Requirements
Leaving Cert or LCA • Mature students of all backgrounds • Other
equivalent qualification • All applicants will be interviewed regardless
of previous qualifications • Apply directly at www.dunboynecollege.ie
Further Education and PLCs (Post Leaving Cert Courses) have become a popular alternative to the CAO system here in Ireland. PLC Courses are validated by QQI (Quality & Qualifications Ireland) at levels 5 & 6 of the NFQ and offer a valid and valuable route into the workforce whilst also offering the option to continue with further study or proceed on to third level. 
Continuous Professional Development (CPD) helps to keep skills and knowledge up to date and ensures the standard of registrations and qualifications are maintained. CPD courses can also enhance career opportunities helping skilled workers to build credibility and confidence by continuing to achieve educationally..