PLC (Further Education - FET)

Certificate

Preparation for Healthcare Level 4

City of Dublin FET College Ballyfermot
City of Dublin FET College Ballyfermot
Course Code
4M0857 HLT
Zone
Duration
1 Year
Attendance
Full Time

Course Summary

Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College

This one-year QQI Level 4 foundation course is designed for adults returning to education who wish to enter or progress within the healthcare sector. The curriculum focuses on building fundamental health-related skills and language proficiency, specifically addressing the unique challenges faced by learners in this domain.

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Course Details

City of Dublin FET College Ballyfermot
College Link  >  Preparation for Healthcare Level 4

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)

This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:

What will you study?

    Healthcare (4N3776)
    Introduction to Human Biology (4N2910)
    Information Technology Skills (4N1125)
    Understanding Interculturalism (4N1121)
    Communications (4N0689)
    Career Planning (4N1109)
    Functional Mathematics (4N2138)
    Workplace Safety (4N1124)
    Teamworking (4N1169)
    Work Experience (4N1168)
    Elective English as a Second Language (4N1180)
Important
  • Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
  • Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.

Progression to CAO Courses

The Student - Career Interests

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:

Realist

Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.

Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.

Further Research

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Career Progression

Graduates gain the essential qualifications and confidence needed to secure entry-level positions in various healthcare settings or to progress toward specialized Level 5 certificates.

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