Advanced Health & Vocational Care (Social and Vocational Integration)

• Rehabilitation Practice 6N2196– This module deepens the understanding of circumstances where service users require rehabilitative support, together with the corresponding challenges and strategies which can be employed in the rehabilitative space. Principles of best practice are explored which work towards effective and holistic outcomes for those whose needs are addressed in rehabilitaive environments.
• Disability Awareness 6N1975 – This module focuses on the lived experience of people with disabilities. Issues such as models of disability, the  classification of disabilities, education, law, employment and concepts such as Universal Design and Independent Living are explored among other relevant topics.
• Person Centred Planning 6N2206 – This module is fundamental to the approach of good practice, where the needs and desires of service users take priority and determine the corresponding care and supports delivered. The roles of those who commit to Person Centred planning , with the goal of making a significant difference in an individuals life, while facing organisational and other challenges are explored.
• Work Experience 6N1946 (Minimum 60 hours) – Present a detailed personal skills audit and career plan including personal goals, action points, development opportunities and career paths. Demonstrate supervisory skills and capacities in the workplace.
• Team Leadership 6N1948 – Participate in organisational planning and teamwork planning to include setting, specific measurable, attainable, relevant and time-bound (SMART) objectives. Demonstrate team leadership to include team building, supporting team members at different stages of team development, motivation strategies, interpersonal communications etc. Negotiate a plan with team members involving effective delegation of tasks and responsibilities. Lead progress on a work plan taking corrective action to ensure successful completion of the plan.
• Boundary Management 6N2207 – Boundary management as an indicator of professionalism and effectiveness in one’s caring approach is explained in this module. Learners are guided to value, establish and maintain boundary management while working in teams, respecting ethics and confidentiality.
• Mental Health Awareness 6N2209 – Demonstrate an awareness of how body and mind interact to promote positive mental health. Learn about the ongoing interventions available in the community for people with enduring mental health difficulties (day centres, sheltered workshops, resource centres etc.). Recognise positive and negative factors which may affect mental health.Examine treatment approaches and their application (medication, physiotherapy, counselling etc.). Evaluate positive supports in the community which promote positive mental health e.g. yoga, pilates etc.
• Health Promotion 6N2214 – Understand the importance of raising the awareness of health related issues with individuals and within the community. Understand how to effectively evaluate health promotion programmes and organise a health promotion event relevant to the local community.

Additional Training/Workshops

• MAPA (Management of Actual or Potential Aggression) Certification (Optional): MAPA is a nationally recognised and leading programme, MAPA® is a behaviour management system that teaches skills for assessing, managing, and responding to risk behaviour. The focus is on verbal de-escalation, prevention, and early intervention. Safe physical intervention options are also taught, to be used only as a last resort. The programme gives the learner an effective framework for decision making and problem solving. Learners leave the course equipped with the skills and confidence to champion a culture of Care, Welfare, Safety, and Security.  Full attendance is required, and successful participants will be certified for two years.
• Holistic Therapies