Liberties College Healthcare Assistant

Course Aim

Develop an understanding of what is involved in working with people experiencing mental health difficulties, and with their families. Develop the knowledge, skills and competence needed to pursue higher education studies in mental health nursing and/or to work as a healthcare assistant in a variety of hospital and healthcare settings.

Course Content

Anatomy & Physiology
Nursing Theory & Practice
Human Growth and Development
Understanding Mental Health
Recovery in Mental Health
Communications
Work Experience
Care Support
Care Skills
Safety and Health at Work

(Subject to change)

Requirements

• You should be at least 17 years of age.
• One references must be uploaded to your online application page.
• Leaving Certificate standard is required; or Pass Level (120 credits) in the Leaving Certificate Applied. Individual courses may have specific additional requirements. These will be outlined in the course descriptions for each course.
• Relevant work experience or training will be considered.