Develop practical care skills to support others in healthcare settings. Build confidence, gain experience, and prepare for a fulfilling career in care or further study.

The purpose of this award is to enable the learner acquire the knowledge, skill and competence required to work independently or in a supervisory role in a range of health services contexts and or to progress to higher education and training.

The Health Services Supervisory Management Skills programme equips learners with the advanced knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to work independently or take on supervisory responsibilities within a variety of health service environments. This QQI Level 6 award strengthens leadership capability, enhances professional confidence, and prepares graduates to contribute effectively to the delivery and coordination of quality care.

Successful completion of the programme enables learners to progress into supervisory roles across diverse healthcare settings or continue their studies through further or higher education and training, supporting long term career development within the health sector.

This course provides learners with the knowledge and skills to work in the nutrition or general healthcare area, where nutritional, general health or mental health support, is required.

Students will learn the importance of developing a holistic and client focused approach to work. They will also, develop the knowledge and skillset, to meet the emotional, psychological and social needs of clients in the healthcare sector. The role exercise, diet and nutrition plays in maintaining and enhancing both physical and mental health will be a focus of the course.

This programme will provide you with the skills to launch a career as a professional in the health, fitness and leisure sectors. It involves the study of six major subject areas, five of which are common to all students: Exercise Science, Health Studies, Activity Leadership, Physical Education and Professional Practice. For the sixth subject area, students study either ‘Education in Aquatics’ or ‘Outdoor and Experiential Learning’.

At the end of second year, students enter the Physical Education, Adapted Physical Activity or General Health and Leisure streams which allows students to begin specialise in specific topics in third year or continue to take the general health and leisure programme. There is also a 12-week work placement in third year, which can be completed with a local, national or international service provider.

This honours degree provides you with the skills to launch an exciting career as a professional in health, fitness, sport and leisure sectors. It involves the study of six major subject areas, five of which are common to all students: Exercise Science, Health Studies, Activity Leadership, Physical Education, and Professional Practice.

For the sixth subject area, students study either ‘Education in Aquatics’ or ‘Outdoor and Experiential Learning’. All course material is delivered through a mix of applied theory and practice. This blend of teaching and learning approach prepares the student to be competent and confident in their practice as a health professional.

By studying healthcare support, individuals acquire the knowledge, skill, and competence to work under supervision and independently in providing support in a variety of Healthcare settings and or to progress to further and or higher education and training.

Achieving your Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support is crucial as it plays a fundamental role in maintaining and enhancing the overall well-being of clients in Healthcare.

This one-year course promotes a range of skills and competencies necessary for students to work as Healthcare Assistants in a range of care environments such as hospitals, nursing homes and in the community. This course is designed to equip you with the specialist knowledge and practical skills to pursue a career in the growing healthcare sector and to work as a healthcare assistant in a variety of settings including the community, nursing home, hospital, hospice, respite and disability sector.

This course can support your entry to a career in health care, and progression to higher education courses in health and social care.

The curriculum explores the vocational intersections between healthcare and educational support, focusing on person-centred care, inclusivity, and independence. Students develop practical proficiency in a state-of-the-art nursing lab and participate in specialized off-campus training for First Aid and Patient Handling, ensuring they are equipped with the empathy and technical skills required to support diverse populations in hospitals, nursing homes, and community settings.

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives?

You’ll learn how to create and lead activities that bring joy, purpose, and stimulation—such as art, music, gentle fitness, cookery, and reminiscence therapy—to individuals with additional needs, disabilities and to older adults, including those living with dementia.

This course is a specialized program designed for individuals seeking to enter the healthcare sector as Physiotherapy or Healthcare Assistants. The curriculum blends theoretical knowledge with practical skills—including Physiotherapy Assistant Practice and Massage—ensuring learners meet the standards required by the HSE. Students learn to support Chartered Physiotherapists in executing care plans that restore mobility and independence to clients affected by injury, illness, or aging.

If you have a compassionate nature and would like to take on the roles and responsiblities associated with the profession of caring, then this is the course for you. Learn all of the required competencies and skills but also learn about the importance of issues such as dignity, respect, empathy and confidentiality.

This course is designed to train qualified Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) by providing them with the professional skills, knowledge, and hands-on work experience needed for employment across various clinical and community environments. The "Care of the Older Person" stream focuses on meeting the rising demand for frontline workers in hospitals, hospices, dementia care units, and residential or home-care settings.

Meanwhile, the "Disability Support" stream specializes in preparing students to assist individuals with disabilities and general learning difficulties, qualifying graduates to work in independent living community homes, nursing homes, and daily respite centers.

A Healthcare Assistant supports existing staff in a hospital or care setting in the practical care and general welfare of clients. They play a vital role in the care team. Career opportunities are excellent as many care settings require prospective employees to hold relevant certification such as this one. The course will allow you to develop the necessary skills and training to enable you to seek employment in the healthcare sector. This course is compulsory in order to gain employment as a care assistant.