This Work Experience module is one of the mandatory modules required for obtaining the QQI Level 5 Certificate in Healthcare Support: Work Experience Assignment, OC, Ireland

This Work Experience module is one of the mandatory modules required for obtaining the QQI Level 5 Certificate in Healthcare Support.

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the relevant knowledge, skill, and competence to participate in a Healthcare setting for a limited time, carrying out work-related tasks independently while under general direction within an environment where vulnerable adults are being cared for in a Healthcare Setting.

Learning Outcomes:-

• Examine work organizations and personal career opportunities within the Healthcare sector, to include consideration of work-related issues and needs.
• Analyze key challenges and opportunities facing the Healthcare industry.
• Summarise the basic rights and responsibilities of employees and employers within the Healthcare setting, organizational or institutional context, to include health, safety, and welfare at work, equality legislation, union representation, and regulations relating to pay.
• Compile a personal and vocational skills audit and career plan to include goals and action points for the period of work experience.
• Present relevant work experience material, including a CV or personal statement, letter of application, evidence of job-finding skills, skills checklist, statement of learning goals, contractual arrangements.
• Participate effectively in work experience, including observation of good timekeeping, working independently while under general direction, meeting deadlines, personal presentation, communication, adherence to health, safety, and other relevant regulations.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills in the workplace, including personal, interpersonal, and technological communication skills.
• Reflect on workplace experiences, including feedback by supervisor or mentor on personal performance and challenges such as conflict, criticism, meeting new people, and learning in relation to quality management.
• Explore options for future education, training, and employment in light of work experience.