Occupational Therapy Course. Part time. Portobello Institute

The Health Care Support with Occupational Therapy course provides training for Occupational Therapy assistants and equips them with the skills and knowledge to care for clients in a safe and hygienic environment. Students gain a knowledge of the theory and principles of occupational therapy practice, and of the role of the occupational therapy assistant in the implementation of therapeutic programmes. Students learn about human occupation, growth and development and become familiar with the elements of activities of living. They develop the skills and techniques to assist a patient/client in the activities of living in order to enhance their quality of life. The Occupational Therapy Assistant also learns the basic principles of infection control and are taught to apply standard precautions in relation to infection control.

Occupational therapists help people who have problems with their physical or mental health. Their aim is to maximise their clients independence at home and with their working and social lives. They assess needs, and plan and carry out activities that help people to look after themselves.

Qualifications gained

Portobello Institute Certificate in Occupational Therapy Assistant
FETAC Level 5 Major Award in Health Service Skills (DHSSX)

Entry requirement

Entry to this course is by direct application to the college. There are no previous academic requirements.

Note: Students should hold an Irish Heart Foundation Level 3 Heart Saver CPR Certificate or equivalent. This can be done with us during the duration of the course for an additional fee. Please speak to the course director for further information.

Course structure

This is a part time course. Upon enrolling, students will cover 5 modules via Distance Learning. In Oct 2012, students will then cover 3 modules* via Classroom Contact hours. (These dates are TBC) Upon completion of the 3 modules via Classroom Contact, students will then go back to finish the remainder of their 5 modules via Distance Learning. Students have 18 months in total to complete their 5 online modules.

*The 3 modules students will study via Classroom Contact are; Theory, Practice and Care Support.

Course content modules

Care Support*- including Irish Heart Level 3 Heart Saver CPR
Communications
Anatomy and Physiology
Human Growth and Development
Infection Prevention & Control
Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory*
Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice*
Work Experience
Workplace Statutory Policies and Procedures
Occupational First Aid (additional cost of €235)

Booking

Course Cost: €1874

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Course Code	Location	Info
EOCTWXA12	Wexford, Co Wexford	Can start any date. See note under Course Structure 5 modules to be studied via Distance Learning, 3 modules to be studied via Classroom Contact
EOCTDSJ12	Portobello Institute, Dublin 1	Can start any date. See note under Course Structure 5 modules to be studied via Distance Learning, 3 modules to be studied via Classroom Contact
EOCTNVA12	Navan, Co Meath	Can start any date. See note under Course Structure 5 modules to be studied via Distance Learning, 3 modules to be studied via Classroom Contact
EOCTDRA12	Drogheda, Co Louth	Can start any date. See note under Course Structure 5 modules to be studied via Distance Learning, 3 modules to be studied via Classroom Contact