This course will equip the learner with the skills, knowledge and competence required to work as a healthcare assistant in any healthcare setting but in particular within an operating department in Acute Hospitals. You will work as part of the existing skilled team in direct patient care. This course is open to anyone with an interest in working in an acute hospital setting. You will be introduced to specific operating department care skills, alongside core modules such as Infection prevention & Control and Health & Safety.

What Makes This Course Special

• Detailed technical knowledge
• Expert teaching team
• Excellent progression routes
• Excellent Work Experience opportunities
• Immediate Employment opportunities post qualification.
• Direct to work qualifications

Course Content

Progression

Industry Viewpoint

This new Sterile Tech course will help students who are studying in preparation of assuming a position within the Sterile Service profession. It will serve to influence their employability skills and enhance their employment opportunities by helping them understand the roles and responsibilities of Sterile Service technicians.

Ashlene Ayres
Sterile services manager,
UPMC Aut Even

Entry Requirements

• Standard entry requirements.

Certification

• QQI Level 5 Certificate in Healthcare Support 5M4339
• Pre-hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) First Aid Response
• Patient Lifting & Manual Handling

Costs

• You are required to pay the application and registration charges, but your tuition, examination and awarding body costs are free
  (see costs, fees and finance)

Garda Vetting
See the Garda Vetting details on the Entry Requirements Page

PLSS Code: 499751
Coordinator: Andrea Lacey

 
Course is subject to minimum enrolment. The programme content shown is indicative and is subject to change according to Awarding Body requirements as well as enrolment and resources.