Refresher Course: 18th January 2021 (9.30am-12.30pm)  

CPR and Defibrillator Training Accredited by the Irish Heart Foundation 18th January 2021 2pm-5pm  

Full Day: 25th January 2021

QQI Level 6 HR Management (6N3750) Commencing  26th January 2021   This course will run every Tuesday morning for 10 weeks from 9.30am – 12.30pm ONLINE COURSE   The purpose of the programme on Human Resource Management is to provide the Learners the opportunity to the study Human Resource Management and its key concepts form theoretical concepts and practical applications and is designed for those who wish to gain an introductory qualification in Human Resource Management, to enable them to work effectively and efficiently within a HRM management role having gained the required skills and finally that leaners have the…

Team Leadership (6N1948) Commencing 26th January 2021  The course will run every Tuesday afternoon from 1.30pm-4.30pm for 10 weeks ONLINE COURSE   Course Aim The aim of the programme is to equip the learner with the relevant knowledge, skills and competence to work as an effective leader and member of a team, independently and/or in a supervisory capacity. The programme looks at the principle theories and styles of leadership plus the role and key functions of a team leader including motivation, communication, planning, goal setting and delegation.   Please note: Participants must have access to a computer with a camera…

Commencing the 26th January 2021 Classes will take place every Tuesday evening for 10 weeks from 6pm-9pm though Zoom ONLINE COURSE   Course Content  Launch of Assessment Material & Administration The Ageing Process Role of HIQA, HSE, Primary Care Providers Biological & Social Ageing Demography Dementia Types & Approaches Responsive Behaviour Approaches Psychology of Ageing & Effects of Retirement Continence Issues Management in Home or Institutions Common Conditions Workshop – Diabetes, Cardiovascular, Stroke, Falls Do Not Resuscitate – CPR Issues Quality of Life (QOL) *Skills Demonstration (Blindfold & Assisted Feeding Exercise) CLASSROOM ATTENDANCE REQUIRED End of Life Care   Please…

Responsive Behaviour (online course) 27th January 2021 9.30am - 12.30pm This courses aims to enable participants support people with dementia in a person-centred way when they present with responsive behaviours. The participants will bring together ideas and ways of working with the lived experiences of the older person with Dementia that emphasises communication and relationships. The course will provide a structured approach to assessing and meeting the needs of the person exhibiting a responsive behaviour. *Access to a computer/laptop with camera and microphone required for the duration of the course 

Basic First Aid (including CPR) 3rd February 2021 9.30am - 4pm This course will provide the necessary skills and up skilling for the required refresher First Aid course. It also provides an excellent introduction to First Aid and includes CPR AED (Irish Heart Foundation Certified)

End of Life Care online course 3rd February 2021 9.30am - 12.30pm To explore the diverse needs of our residents and their loved ones in the areas of emotional, religious and spiritual needs and to focus on appropriate practice especially in the area of end of life care to meet HIQA requirements. *Access to a Computer/Laptop with a camera and microphone required for the duration of the course 

Restrictive Practice 8th February 2021 9.30am - 12.30pm This course will raise awareness of approaches in using restraint, its management and recording in residential settings. It will identify the forms and practices that may be seen as restrictive and it will discuss assessment and decision making. The course will deal with processes that need to be considered when determining application of restraint. HIQA standards and the national restraint policy will be covered. The Assisted Decision Making Act 2015 with relation to restraint will also be covered. *Access to a Computer/Laptop with camera and microphone required for the duration of the…

A Palliative Care Approach (5N3769) Commencing 11th February 2021 ONLINE COURSE. This course will run every Thursday evening from 6pm-9pm for 10 weeks Course Content Working with A Palliative Care Approach Communication Skills Death and Dying Bereavement Care   Please note: Participants must have access to a computer/laptop for the duration of the course with a camera and microphone. For further information please CLICK HERE  

Full Day: 1st March 2021

CPR and Defibrillator Training Accredited by the Irish Heart Foundation 8th March 2021 9.30am-12.30pm

Refresher Course: 8th March 2021 (2pm-5pm)  

QQI Level 6 - Gerontology (6N3748) Commencing 15th April 2021 The 6 day course will run 1 day a fortnight *Classroom based but subject to change* Course Content  Introduction Overview/ Assignments  Theories of Ageing  Physical Changes associated with ageing  Launch Assignment Reflective diary  Demographics  Traditional vs Emerging ideas of age  Stereotypes & Attitudes  Sociological Aspects of Ageing  The impact of an ageing population on society  National Local Services  Alternatives to long term care and global innovations  Meeting the needs of the older person and their family in long…

Basic First Aid (including CPR) 21st April 2021 9.30am - 4pm This course will provide the necessary skills and up skilling for the required refresher First Aid course. It also provides an excellent introduction to First Aid and includes CPR AED (Irish Heart Foundation Certified)