QQI healthcare courses
Four QQI accredited programmes, delivered through live online classes and classroom days. Compare them below, or talk to us and we will help you choose.
Choose your path in healthcare
Four QQI accredited programmes with real career outcomes.
Level 5
Healthcare Support
Start your career as a healthcare assistant in hospitals, nursing homes and community care.
Level 5
Nursing Studies
A solid foundation for anyone working towards a career in nursing.
Level 5
Intellectual Disability Practice
Specialist skills to support people with intellectual disabilities with dignity and care.
Level 6
Health Services Supervisory Management
Leadership and management skills for experienced healthcare staff ready for the next step.
Compare the four courses
Every programme is a full QQI major award of 120 credits.
| Healthcare Support | Nursing Studies | Intellectual Disability Practice | Supervisory Management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Award | QQI Level 5 – 5M4339 | QQI Level 5 – 5M4349 | QQI Level 5 – 5M1761 | QQI Level 6 – 6M4978 |
| Best for | Starting out as a healthcare assistant in hospitals, nursing homes and home care. | Building a foundation before applying for a nursing degree. | Support work with people with intellectual disabilities. | Experienced healthcare staff moving into supervisory roles. |
| Leads to | Healthcare assistant and care support roles. | Nursing degree applications where entry requirements are met, and healthcare roles. | Disability support and community inclusion roles. | Supervisor, team leader and care coordinator roles. |
| Delivery | Synchronised learning on every course: live online classes over Zoom plus classroom delivery, with work experience built in. Contact us for the current schedule. | |||
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How to choose your course
Start from where you want to end up.
Healthcare Support
The recognised route into healthcare assistant roles. Practical, hands-on, and the quickest path into paid care work.
See the course If nursing is the goalNursing Studies
A strong foundation in anatomy, nursing theory and care skills before you apply for a nursing degree.
See the course If disability support calls to youIntellectual Disability Practice
Specialist preparation for supporting people with intellectual disabilities with dignity and skill.
See the course If you already work in healthcareHealth Services Supervisory Management
Level 6 leadership and supervision skills for experienced staff ready to lead a team or service.
See the courseLive classes, not recordings
Every course runs as synchronised learning: you study with a tutor and a class, not alone with videos.
Live online classes
Scheduled classes over Zoom you attend from home, anywhere in Ireland.
Classroom delivery
In-person days for the skills that need hands-on practice.
Work experience
A work experience module is part of every major award.
Class schedules change with each intake. Contact us for the current timetable
How applying works
- Choose your course
Or tell us you are not sure. Both are fine starting points.
- Check the entry requirements
Each course page lists them, and our student information page covers vetting, English level and RPL.
- Send your details
Through the contact page or by ringing 087 686 5034.
- Complete the paperwork
Application and Garda vetting where the course requires it. We guide you through it.
- Begin learning
You will know your schedule and what to expect before day one.
Choosing a course
What is the difference between Healthcare Support and Nursing Studies?
Healthcare Support prepares you to work as a healthcare assistant. Nursing Studies covers more theory, such as anatomy and physiology and nursing practice, and suits learners planning to apply for a nursing degree. If you are weighing the two, talk to us and we will go through it with you.
Are these full QQI awards?
Yes. All four are QQI major awards of 120 credits on the National Framework of Qualifications: three at Level 5 and one at Level 6. They are nationally recognised qualifications, not short certificates.
Can I study while working full time?
Most of our learners are adults balancing work and family. Classes run on a set schedule over Zoom with classroom days for practical skills, so you can plan around them. Contact us for the current timetable and we will tell you honestly whether it fits your situation.
Talk it through before you choose
A short conversation now saves a wrong course later. Tell us where you are starting from and we will give you an honest steer.