This is an ideal course for anyone seeking a career in the emergency services. This one-year course will equip
students with all the vital skills needed to work in this fast-paced environment. Not only will you learn about skills
needed in the healthcare sector, you will also gain a good foundation if you wish to progress further in your studies.
The following modules will be offered subject to availability or demand and may be subject to change:
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Safety and Health at Work
• Emergency Department Care Skills
• Word Processing
• Teamworking
• Person Centered Focus to Disability
• Work Experience
• Infection Prevention and Control
• Activities of Daily Living
• Caring for Children in Hospital
CERTIFICATION
• Level 5 Community and Health Services 5M4468
• Patient Moving and Handling
• First Aid
• Emergency First Aid Responder
• Breathing Apparatus
• Child Protection
Apply directly at www.dunboynecollege.ie
| Course Location | Dunboyne, Meath |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Level 5 Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Course Start Date | 1st September 2026 |
| Course End Date | 31st May 2027 |
| Course Duration | One Year |
| Course Time | Full time |
| Entry Requirements | • Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or; • Mature Students or; • Other equivalent qualifications All applicants will be interviewed regardless of previous qualifications. Apply directly at www.dunboynecollege.ie |
| Career Path | Students from this course will gain a strong foundation in the paramedic sector. They can then progress to several very specific training awards such as Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) courses. Students can progress to a Paramedic Degree at University of Limerick. South East Technological University Carlow provide a Bachelor of Business Emergency Services Management at a Level 8 over 4 years. Students can also progress to UK universities to complete a degree in Paramedic Science. Students from this programme are well placed to gain employment with HSE National Ambulance Service as a student paramedic, and with Dublin Fire brigade as student paramedics/fire fighter and Dublin Airport Authority. Alternatively, students can use the results of this course to apply for other health related and non-health related degrees at Level 7 and 8 in Universities and private colleges throughout the country EXAMPLES OF HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRESSION: Please check for specific entry requirements HSE National Ambulance Service: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) / Paramedic Student (in conjunction with UCC) UL: LM103 Paramedic Studies (Level 8, 4 Years) Fire Brigade: Apply for training roles within Fire Brigade service (Dublin City Council – Dublin Fire brigade) |
| Course Code | 5M4468 |
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