Entry Requirements for our Training Courses
Age
Learners must have reached the statutory school leaving age. There is no upper age limit on entry to our Courses.
Gender
Learners both male and female are warmly welcomed. The Care sector employs both males and females.
Personal Skills
Learners need to have excellent communication skills, a warm, outgoing, friendly personality and be enthusiastic and have a clear speaking voice.
A Clean Record
It is worth pointing out that to work in this sector will require a Learner to submit their details to obtain Garda Clearance. Failure to obtain Garda Clearance will result in an inability to secure employment in care. If a Learner has any doubts, he or she should contact the Training Unit for confidential advice on the matter.
Previous Experience
No previous experience is necessary but proven interest in the sector is required with a willingness to attend training and work hard as directed by the Tutor.
Education or Training Level
The Training Unit of The Carers Association will be happy to discuss this individually with any Learner in complete confidence. As a general rule, FETAC Level 5 is equivalent to Leaving Certificate Level. There is reading and writing involved in preparing for assignments but Learners can be assisted by recording their work on a Dictaphone or by transcribing their written work in their own words if required. The Carers Association can also refer the Learner to Adult Literacy Services if required.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Guidelines will be developed in the future with the support of FETAC.
Allocation of Places on Training Courses
Places are allocated on a first come, first paid, first served basis. The Carers Association reserve the right to refuse admission to its training courses.
Please also view Things to Consider Before Applying for a Training Course
