FETAC Level 5 Care Skills Outline 

Module:                       
FETAC Level 5 Care Skills (D20163)
A FETAC Level 5 Component Certificate in Care Skills will be issued upon successful completion of assessments and course curriculum.

Duration                      
Up to 36 hours or 12 x 3 hour sessions

Target Group                          
Family Carers
Respite Workers
Home Helps
Care Attendants or Care Assistants
People interested in working in the Care sector

Locations                                 
Available in any area nationwide subject to demand

Course Aim 
This module is designed to equip the learner with the skills and knowledge to care for clients in a safe and hygienic environment. This module is one of the mandatory modules which count towards the achievement of a Major FETAC Level 5 Award in Healthcare Support. 

Specific Learning outcomes:

After successfully completing this module you will be able to:

  • Recognise the personal care needs of clients
  • Respond effectively to clients individual needs with their involvement and use of choice
  • Acquire practical skills in the area of client personal care
  • Maintain a safe and hygienic environment for clients
  • Identify groups of people who need health care
  • Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Understand how to enhance privacy, dignity, independence, positive self-image of the person in need of care
  • Understand the physical, emotional, social, psychological and spiritual needs of those in need of care
  • Respect client wishes and confidentiality
  • Adapt levels of assistance to needs of particular clients
  • Assist clients in use of sensory equipment such as hearing aids, dentures, glasses etc
  • Use of mechanical aids and equipment
  • Assist in use of aids that promote independence
  • Demonstrate correct cleaning procedures
  • Using approved patient moving & handling procedures
  • Assisting clients with personal care tasks
  • Assisting with maintaining a safe and hygienic environment for clients
  • Understanding and preventing pressure sores
  • Completing documentation and reporting on clients welfare and condition

Training Methods             
Learner Record
Role Play
Simulated situations
Classroom tuition
Group Discussion
Practical Demonstrations

All training is delivered in a friendly and enjoyable fashion focusing on ensuring each participant is given every opportunity to learn the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities in order to excel in their caring role.

 
Assessment Criteria:              
Assignments (2) 60%
Skills Demonstration 40%     

For further details, please contact:-

The Carers Association, Training Unit, Market Square, Tullamore, Co. Offaly

Ph: 057 9322920

Email training@carersireland.com