Key Facts
Please note this programme is not on the CAO and learners should apply directly to Chevron College
Why choose this QQI Level 6 Healthcare course
The purpose of this award is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence required to work independently or in a supervisory role in a range of health services contexts and or to progress to higher education and training. This comprehensive programme is delivered online, offering both synchronous and asynchronous learning methods to provide flexibility and accommodate various learners. The course offers an exciting curriculum that focuses on developing leadership abilities, communication skills, and an understanding of the operational aspects of healthcare services.
Key components of the programme include learning how to manage teams, handle conflicts, and implement best practices in health service delivery. Specialized modules in person-centred planning, health promotion, gerontology, and disability awareness deepen understanding of tailored care, health education, aging, and inclusive practices. This comprehensive programme prepares learners to lead and manage healthcare teams, promote health, and provide person-centred, inclusive care for diverse populations.
The total credit value of 120 credits for the QQI Level 6 programme reflects the comprehensive nature of the course, which is designed to cover a wide range of skills and knowledge areas necessary for effective supervisory management in healthcare.
This Level 6 will cater to current Health Care Assistants or Support Workers who currently work in a Health Care Service in Ireland. Learners may be seeking new career opportunities, upskilling in their current role, or looking to progress to higher education.
How does the online course work
Once enrolled, you will receive an email containing your log in details to your online learning platform to start your course. Before your modules are released, you will need to complete a student support module and induction webinar which will give you an overview on topics such as IT skills, Assistive technology, navigate your way through the online learning platform, how to submit your assignments online, study skills, goals, mindfulness, academic writing skills, harvard referencing and supports available at Chevron College. All course materials such as notes, assignment briefs, garda vetting and insurance documents are contained within the online learning platform. No exams are required as all your course work will be continuous assessment. Each week you will be provided with course content to study in your own time and pace. Deadlines will be in place to submit your assignments. 4 scheduled virtual online evening webinars will take place every few weeks. Webinars are also recorded if you cannot attend.
Tutor Support
You can contact your tutor by email, request a call back and for that extra peace of mind, obtain feedback on your assignments. Your tutor is available Monday to Friday 9-5:30pm.
If students are struggling to understand weekly content they can post a question to the support forum and their lecturer will post a response to their query. Lecturers also have Open Zoom meetings each week so students can pop in to have a chat about module content if they so wish.
The Studies Advisor is available to support students with areas including academic writing, referencing skills and to develop a realistic study schedule for each module.
During Professional Practice Placement students will be supported by both their Chevron Supervisor and Placement Mentor.
Protection for learners
In compliance with Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012 Part 6, where Chevron College offers training programmes of 3 months duration or more, Learner Protection cover is in place via relevant financial product, should Chevron College cease to provide QQI programmes before learners have completed awards.
Course modules
Term 1 | Term 2 | Term 3 | Term 4 |
6N4329 Supervisory Management | 6N1948 Team Leadership | 6N2206 Person-centred Planning | 6N3748 Gerontology |
6N2775 Conflict Management | 6N1946 Personal and Professional Development | 6N2214 Health Promotion | 6N1975 Disability Awareness |
QQI level 6 Healthcare Course details
- +Course structure:
The course will be delivered over 4 terms, each term will be 12 weeks in duration and 2 modules to complete each term. You will have a one week break in between each term.
Each week, new content will be uploaded to your online learning platform to study in your own time and pace. To support you with your study, 4 Live webinars will be scheduled during each term in the evening time during the working week however webinars will be recorded if you cannot attend.
1 mandatory face to face classroom session is required at some stage over the duration of the course, these are scheduled throughout the year in Dublin, Cork & Galway and are scheduled on weekends for approximately 2-3 hours
Who should enrol?
The target learning profile for learners in Ireland interested in completing a QQI Level 6 Health Services Supervisory Management Skills programme includes a diverse range of individuals. This programme is particularly suited for aspiring supervisors and managers currently working in healthcare settings who seek to advance into leadership roles. It also attracts experienced healthcare professionals with several years of experience who wish to formalize their supervisory skills and qualifications.
Recent graduates from healthcare-related Level 5 qualifications, such as Healthcare Support or Nursing Studies, are also ideal candidates, as are career changers who want to transition into healthcare management from other industries.
Additionally, self-employed individuals or small business owners within the healthcare sector, such as those managing care homes or clinics may pursue this qualification to enhance their management capabilities. Lifelong learners committed to professional development and those already employed in healthcare who need to meet organisational requirements for supervisory positions are also prime candidates for this programme.
Entry Requirements
- QQI Level 5 Major Award in a relevant field such as Healthcare Support, Healthcare Service Skills, Nursing Studies, Community Health Services, Applied Social Studies, Community Care, or Community Development
- English proficiency (if English is not your 1st language) any of the below English proficiently exams will suffice-IELTS score 6.0 or above – Duolingo score of 105 or higher – Cambridge score of FCE or higher – Any assessment CEFR B2+ or higher
- Sufficient IT skills (Use Google Chrome or similar,proficient in Microsoft outlook or similar,submit assignments in a word document format,use Zoom Calls or similar,be able to carry out web-based research
Work Experience
Applicants will need to source their own work setting as part of the programme, and they will need permission from a senior staff member/direct line manager in this setting to engage with the assessments.
Teaching and learning strategy
All students entering this degree programme complete an intensive induction process. This induction prepares the novice learner to transition successfully to study in an online Higher Education environment. Our tailored induction process is comprised of a 1:1 induction meeting and skills session with their personal Studies Advisor. This 1:1 induction session will teach the student how to access our virtual learning environment and how to use zoom. These sessions are tailored to meet the needs of individual students. At Chevron College we are aware that IT skills vary between students. These sessions are therefore designed to meet each student at their own level. By the end of this 1:1 session each student will have learned how to access our VLE and online zoom meetings. All students will therefore have developed the skills to participate in the intensive 4 day class induction sessions.
The four induction sessions for the class group take place during the month prior to course commencement. At these sessions, students will be introduced to their course tutors and their class community. These sessions will teach students the skills required to succeed in an online Higher Education environment where continuous active engagement with resources and formative assessments is required. Students will learn academic writing and presentation skills. They will learn critical reading writing and thinking skills and they will learn how to conduct literature searches. These sessions teach the students the foundational thinking and IT skills required to participate in our blended learning degree programme.
Each semester runs for 12 weeks; students study 2 modules each semester. Students should allocate a minimum of 10 hours per week for each module.The weekly module content is released on the Virtual Learning Environment on a Monday morning at 6am. Each week there is a recorded lecture, a workshop/webinar and an Educational Action to complete for each module.
The lectures function to provide a content overview of the week’s learning and establish the expected aims and learning outcomes as well as the criteria for measuring their achievement. During the lecture key concepts, ideas and theories are introduced and contextualised. This reinforces the relevance of the material for the students with the use of examples
The workshops and webinars function to support students to investigate, question and develop critical thinking skills about the weekly topics. Students are supported to take part in active discovery within their class community. This supports students to develop their Higher Order Thinking Skills and to apply these ways of thinking and practicing to Case Studies, Problem Solving Scenarios and Ethical Dilemmas. The skills required to perform educational actions for example writing skills, analysis, using info-graphics, evaluation of a source etc are also scaffolded during the workshops/webinars.
Each week students are required to complete an educational action. This provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned. If they take part students are provided with feedback and feedforward on performance on the Learning Outcomes and expectations are clarified for demonstrating achievement in the final module assessment.
Fees
Payment in full:
€995
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Instalment plans:
Option 1:
Chevron instalments plan: 8 consecutive monthly instalments of €156 each month, if this does not suit call us to arrange a tailored payment plan to suit your budget
Option 2:
Flexi Finance by Humm: 12 consecutive monthly instalments of €84 each month (finance loan agreement)
How to enrol?
Enrolment and payment are completed over the phone. To secure your place, please complete Click Enrol in the following chat: