Course Description
QQI Level 5 Recovery in Mental Health Module Online
Chevron College
Course Objectives
- Understand the concepts of mental health, positive mental health and mental ill-health
- Be familiar with the Irish Mental Health System
- Gain an understanding of how different mental health problems impact on people’s lives
- Be able to meet a range of identified needs within the context of the role
Assessment Structure
• Assignment 40%
• Skills Demonstration (x2) 60%
Course Syllabus
- Positive Mental Health
- Mental Health Supports and Services
- Working with and/or caring for People who experience Mental Health Problems
- Understanding Assessment, Diagnosis and Approaches to Treatment and Care
- Personal Perspectives
Entry Requirements
National Vocational Certificate Level 4 Or Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and work experiences
Course Code | 5N3773 |
College Name | Chevron College |
Course Category | Care Assistance, Health Care |
Course Type | Distance Learning |
Course Qualification | Award / Certificate |
Course Location | Ireland |
Course Fee | 295 |
Course Duration | 2 Months |
Course Times | You can complete this course within 2 months and can commence the course at any time of the year. If you need to extend this period for any reason during or near the end of the course, you can request your extension with your tutor. |
Awarding Body | QQI |
Title of Awarding | QQI level 5 minor award - 5N3773 |
Entry Requirements | No particular skills, knowledge or competence will be required of you for successful completion of this course, however you will be expected to have a minimum of Level 4 Certificate standard of education or equivalent together with a strong interest in the provision of quality care. It is essential that you have competence in written and spoken English, along with computer literacy skills. |
Career Path | After successfully completing the QQI Level 5 Healthcare course, you will be qualified to work as a healthcare assistant, carer and care worker in an HSE registered healthcare setting. You will also be qualified to progress to further education. |