Healthcare Security Officer

QQI Level 5

Course Code

Major Award Code

5M2110

About This Course

This course enables the student to develop the skills required to carry out a security function in a healthcare setting such as a hospital, nursing home, clinic or primary care centre. The role of security officer in a healthcare setting merges the skills of a conventional security officer with specific additional skills that would be essential to work in a healthcare setting. As well as a structured programme of induction at St. James Hospital this course features work experience at the hospital as well as on the job training in new generation technologies by SAR Security.

Modules

Course Content

Guarding Skills
Infection Prevention and Control
Safety and Health at Work
Work Experience
Retail Security
Care Skills
Legal Practice and Procedure
Security Industry Procedures
Elder Abuse
Patient Moving and Handling
Conflict Resolution
Communications
Occupational First Aid

Progression

Applied Policing Studies (Garda College Templemore) - University of Limerick
Digital Forensics & Cyber Security - TUD
Law - ATU Donegal
Economics, Politics & Law - DCU
Forensic Science & Analysis - ATU Galway/Mayo

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements.

Course Fees

At Cavan Institute, we believe that quality education should be within everyone's reach. That's why all our courses have a single, affordable fee of just €200 in total. No hidden costs, no complex fee structures. Just straightforward, accessible learning to help you achieve your goals. We're proud to offer a diverse range of courses at a price that sets us apart from other colleges with high fees.

Do you have a Medical Card? Your medical card will exempt you from the €50 QQI exam fee, resulting in a reduced fee of €150.