Care Package: Greencastle Community Centre lands major new Level 5 Healthcare course
“This represents a massive win for local education, employment accessibility, and regional healthcare development”
Greencastle Community Centre says it’s “thrilled” to announce a landmark development for the local area, having secured a certified NFQ Level 5 Certificate in Healthcare Support, starting this September.
Traditionally, accredited courses of this calibre are restricted to larger towns and official Donegal ETB training headquarters, often creating travel barriers for rural residents.
“Bringing this major qualification directly into the heart of the Greencastle community represents a massive win for local education, employment accessibility, and regional healthcare development,” explains Greencastle Community Centre manager Susan McAleer.
The highly sought-after course is designed to equip students with the essential skills, knowledge, and practical competencies required for rewarding careers as healthcare assistants and support workers in hospitals, residential care, and community services.
“With the demand for qualified healthcare professionals continually rising, this local initiative removes the hurdle of long-distance commuting, allowing aspiring students in rural Inishowen to train close to home,” Susan added.
The course is delivered in person as an evening programme over two years, leading to an NFQ Level 5 Certificate in Healthcare Support.
Successful students will develop skills in person-centred care, workplace health and safety, practical care and supporting the physical and emotional needs of clients, while also learning how to communicate effectively with clients, families and healthcare teams.
The programme is designed to prepare participants for supportive roles across a range of healthcare settings, with a strong emphasis on providing compassionate, safe and effective care.
Applications are now being invited for the course. Places for the upcoming September intake are limited and expected to be in high demand.
To find out more details, check entry requirements, or secure your place, please visit: https://donegalcollege.ie/ and search for ‘Greencastle’.