This Mental Health And Wellbeing First Aid Instructor Course will equip learners with knowledge and skills to train others on a range of mental health illnesses enabling the recognition of common signs and symptoms either during a mental health crisis or during the development of a mental health illness.

Mental Health And Wellbeing First Aid Instructor Learning Outcomes

On completion of this course you will be able to:

• Explain Mental Health
• Explain why people develop mental health conditions
• Provide advice and practical support for a person presenting a mental health condition
• Recognise the signs and symptoms associated with anxiety and depression
• Recognise and manage stress
• Develop empathic listening skills
• Challenge stigma
• Recognise and identify range mental conditions
• Develop a and Wellbeing at Work action plan for mental health and be able to put it in place
• Implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace

Certification 

Learners who complete the Mental Health And Wellbeing First Aid Instructor Course will receive a Qualtec Mental Health at Work And Wellbeing First Aid Instructor Certificate.

Time Commitment 

Preparation of topic for 15-minute presentation.  Allow 2 hours for this preparation. Delivered on day 3 of the course.

Training Delivery Approach and Location

This course is delivered through Zoom over 3 days.

Why Qualtec?

Experience. We are delivering this course for the last 15 years and have trained over 1,000 learners. We were one of the first companies to be approved to deliver this course.

Satisfaction. We get great feedback on this course. Check out the testimonials below. People come away feeling competent to deliver it. We provide a money back guarantee! If you are not satisfied after the first day we will refund the course fee!!!

Price. We are competitively priced. There may be cheaper out there. However, we offer value for money.

Competence. All of our trainers are fully qualified to deliver this course.

Resources. On completion of this course learners will be registered on our elearning centre. In this they will have access to our training plans, PowerPoint presentation, guides, videos and useful links.

Progression.

Other Instructor course that would be relevant include PHECC FAR Instructor Course, QQI Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course, QQI Level 6 Training Delivery & Evaluation Course

Patient Handling Instructor Refresher Course

 

Patient Handling Instructor Refresher Course aim:

The aim of this Patient Handling Instructor Refresher course is to refresh your knowledge and Skills for delivering a patient handling course.

 

Learning outcomes:

On completion of this Patient Handling Refresher course learners will be able to perform manual handling moves

Course Content:

Day 1 Morning

Recap on moves and discussion on their performance

Day 2 Afternoon

Practice of the moves

Day 2 Morning

Assessment of key moves

Day 2 Afternoon

Completion of test

Certification 
In successful completion of this course learners will receive a Qualtec Patient Handling Instructor Certificate. This is a requirement by the HSA for manual handling training.

QQI Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor Refresher entry requirements

Learners should have a good command of English both verbal and written. Learners should have already completed both  the QQI Level 6 People Handling Instructor course and  QQI Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor course

Why Qualtec?

Experience. We are delivering this course for the last 15 years and have trained over 1,000 learners. We were one of the first companies to be approved to deliver this course.

Satisfaction. We get great feedback on this course. Check out the testimonials below. People come away feeling competent to deliver it. We provide a money back guarantee! If you are not satisfied after the first day we will refund the course fee!!!

Price. We are competitively priced. There may be cheaper out there. However we offer value for money.

Competence. All of our trainers are fully qualified to deliver this course. We use both qualified Health & Safety trainers and Physiotherapists.

Resources. On completion of this course learners will be registered on our elearning centre. In this they will have access to our PowerPoint presentation, guides, videos and useful links.

Progression. On completion of this QQI Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Refresher course learners can progress onto the QQI Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor Course, PHECC FAR Instructor Course, PHECC CFR Instructor Course, Abrasive Wheels Instructor Course, Fire Safety and Fire Marshall Instructor Course, DSE/VDU Asssesor Course and the QQI Level 6 Training Delivery & Evaluation Course.

Location. Courtyard Hotel, Leixlip Dublin Kildare.

 

Testimonials

“Sean was excellent at ensuring that I achieved all the techniques accurately and allowed practice to ensure I walked away confident.” Jenn Regan

“Sean made the (Patient Handling Instructor Course) enjoyable and was professional at all times. He was clear and concise at all times and I feel comfortable to carry out the training with my own staff.” Edele Lee Morris, Kerlogue Nursing Home

“The instructor was very clear on what was required and the (Patient Handling Instructor Course) was well run.” John Donovan

“Really enjoyed the (Patient Handling Instructor Course), very practical.” Aileen Lynch

“Fantastic and engaging (Patient Handling Instructor Course) in a friendly, fun and professional manner.” Robert Sullivan, St. Mary’s Special School

“Very enjoyable and well paced delivery. The instructor was very clear in his instruction and feedback.” Edward McEvoy, Tinnypark Nursing Home

“Overall, very good (Patient Handling Instructor Course) and excellent instruction.” James Hickey

“Very thorough and detailed. Teachers were very approachable and helpful with great access to information.” Megan Maguire, Central Park Nursing Home

“Sean & Conor were happy try out any moves we requested, even if they were not part of the (Patient Handling Instructor Course) assessment.” Geraldine Kelly, Caremark

“Very beneficial, practically orientated and engagement of the instructor far exceeded that of any other (Patient Handling Instructor Course). Highly recommend this (Patient Handling Instructor Course).” Eileen Courtney

“Very beneficial and delighted to have completed it. Great feedback.” Siobhan Gray

“Great (Patient Handling Instructor Course), Sean and Conor have a natural ability to make things simple and take the jargon out of teaching. Very enjoyable (Patient Handling Instructor Course).” Noel Marrey

The aim of this Prevention and Management of Aggression and Violence Instructor Course is to equip the learner with the ability to provides staff members with the knowledge, confidence and skill in recognising the early indicators, assessing and de-escalating aggressive behaviour encountered within the context of their role.

Prevention and Management of Aggression and Violence Instructor Course Course Contents

Day 1: Theory of violence and aggression in the workplace (zoom)

What violence and aggression in the workplace is

Understanding and managing conflict within healthcare

Ethical & Legal requirements associated with violence and aggression

Strategies to avoid occurrences of aggression and violence

Identification, assessment and resolution of conflict

Recognition, assessment and management of escalating situations.

Assault cycle

Recognition and assessment of the escalation process

Use of stage specific de-escalation skills

Service user and situation specific risk assessment and management.

Verbal de-escalation skills

Management of verbal aggression

Crisis management

Physical and psychological risks involved in physical interventions

Safe practice in lone working and working alone

Personal safety in providing physical care

Risks associated with the use of physical interventions

 

Day 2:  Physical Interventions and breakaway techniques (Classroom)

Physical intervention

Team Physical techniques

Disengagement interventions

Safe physical containment

Evasive techniques

Immobilizing and transporting patients

Day 3: Classroom

Refresh physical skills

Delivery of theory content

Delivery of physical exercises

This course is based on the HSE’s  Policy on the Prevention and Management of Work-Related Aggression & Violence 2018, their Strategy for Managing Work-related Aggression and Violence within the Irish Health Service 2008 and the Mental Health Commissions’ Code of Practice on the use of Physical Restraint.

Entry requirements

Learners should have a good command of English. They should have basic IT skills. If unsure, this can be assessed on this website.

Prevention and Management of Aggression and Violence Instructor Course Training Delivery Approach and Location

This course is  3 days in duration and is delivered through 1 day on Zoom and day 2 & 3 in the classroom.

Learners must be present online for the fully duration. They are expected to actively engage in the course through completion of polls and responding to questions.

Technical Support

If learners have any academic IT issues they can contact the trainer by email or [email protected] from 9.00 until 5 Monday to Friday. They can also contact outside these hours in the cause of urgent issues.

Prevention and Management of Aggression and Violence Instructor Course Course Certification 
In successful completion of this course learners will receive a Qualtec Prevention and Management of Aggression and Violence Instructor Course (PMAV) Instructor Certificate.

Why Qualtec?

Experience. We are delivering instructor courses for the last 15 years and have trained over 1,000 learners.

Open source: You will be able to deliver this course both inside and outside your organisation.

Satisfaction. We get great feedback on this course. Check out the testimonials below. People come away feeling competent to deliver it. We provide a money back guarantee! If you are not satisfied after the first day we will refund the course fee!!!

Price. We are competitively priced. There may be cheaper out there. However we offer value for money.

Competence. All of our trainers are fully qualified to deliver this course. They have been delivering this course for 10 years in Healthcare and Mental Health staff.

Resources. On completion of this course learners will have access to our PowerPoint presentation, guides, videos and useful links.

Progression. On completion of this QQI Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor course learners can progress onto the QQI Level 6 Patient Handling Instructor Course, PHECC FAR Instructor Course, PHECC CFR Instructor Course, Abrasive Wheels Instructor Course, Fire Safety and Fire Marshall Instructor Course, DSE/VDU Asssesor Course and the QQI Level 6 Training Delivery & Evaluation Course.

 

 

PHECC First Aid Instructor Course

First Aid Instructor Course aim:

The aim of this First Aid Instructor course is to provide you with the knowledge, skills and attitude to train others to be First Aid Responders.

First Aid Instructor Course Objectives:

At the end of this FAR Instructor course you will be able to:

• Demonstrate competence with the prepared clinical course content, critiqued by the course director
• Demonstrate competence in the use of the teaching and the audio-visual material provided and technical skills in the use of the product.
• Demonstrate presentation skills using the specific course product
• Apply the Conditions and Principles of Adult learning
• Demonstrate appropriate class management skills adopting adult learning techniques.
• Demonstrate appropriate assessment skills using the PHECC material and processes.
• Demonstrate good verbal and non-verbal communication skills to effectively articulate the required information in an engaging and stimulating way.
• Demonstrate a mature level of interpersonal skills to develop a good faculty/student/instructor rapport.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, motivation, empathy and commitment when presenting the material.
• Demonstrate effective time management skills to ensure delivery of the entire learning package within course time constraints.
• Demonstrate appropriate health, safety and welfare throughout the course and risk assessments for scenario work.
• Ensure currency with all PHECC documentation, standards and examination processes.
• Demonstrate assessment and evaluation in accordance with the course specific requirements of PHECC.
• Design a FAR Course

First Aid Instructor Course Content:

Day 1

• Psychology of training
• Principles of Adult learning, Role of the Trainer, K, S & A of a Trainer
• Adult learning styles
• Lunch
• Class management & Challenging learners
• Lesson Planning
• Break
• Teaching Media & Methods
• Preparing for a course, Housekeeping, H&S
• Fear, Confidence
• Communication skills
• Building Rapport with learners

Day 2

• Presentations
• Assessment
• Break
• FAR Course & Protocol
• Assessment & certification of learners
• FAR Documentation & Records

First Aid Instructor Course Certification:

Prior to attending the PHECC First Aid Responder Instructor Course, you are required to have the following certification:

• PHECC First Aid Responder (FAR)
• PHECC Cardiac First Responder Instructor

Course Access:

To ensure the greatest opportunity for successful participation in our programmes, learners are required to have a good command of English in terms of reading, writing and speaking.

This standard of proficiency is indicated by achieving or exceeding the standard of CEFR B2+ Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Learners who have achieved a passing grade in English at Junior Certificate level will be deemed to meet this criterion. However, learners for whom English is not their first language, are required to advise Qualtec, and may be required to provide evidence of proficiency. This could include completing a standardised CEFR test or equivalent.

Learners should have basic IT skills. They will need to be able email, word process (Word) and use Presentation software (Powerpoint).

This can be tested in advance of the course will arranging a practice log in by sending an email to [email protected] or using this online tool https://www.highspeedinternet.com/tools/speed-test. This should be tested prior to the course commencement.

Training, Administrative and Technical Support and Reasonable Accomodation: Qualtec will endeavour to provide any reasonable support to ensure that strudents complete this course successfully. Reasonable Accomodation can be requested in advance of the course by sending an email to [email protected]. This is detailed in full in the Learner Handbook.. The Instructor will be available to discuss any needs or issues on breaks on a one to one basis or collectively. Administrative or Technical support is available via phone, Zoom or email from 9 am to 5 pm.. This can be requested by sending an email to [email protected] or ringing 01 6289374.Full details are available in our Learner Handbook.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Qualtec may offer Recognition of Prior Learning towards this certification. To apply for this, please complete the RPL Application form and return it by email to [email protected]. Click here for full details on our Recognition Policy and Procedure in our Learner Handbook.

Assessments

A number of FAR skills will be assessed on day 2 of the course. You will need to practice your FAR and CFR skills in advance of being assessed. Allow 2 hours for this preparation.

In order to become certified as a PHECC FAR Instructor you must assist on two First Aid Responder courses before being finally assessed on their delivery of  a 3rd First Aid Response course. You will need to  prepare properly in advance of the delivery of theses sessions a prepare a lesson Plan for allocated topics (template provided).

This must be completed within six months of the course.

 

 

Testimonials

Great group interaction on the FAR Instructor Course. Nicola McEvoy

Excellent (FAR Instructor) Course! Gary Wyse

Very good (FAR Instructor) Course. Jamie Bollard

All together excellent (FAR Instructor) Course. Margaret Dineen

Good practical (FAR Instructor) couse with good mixture of theory and practise. Paul Horsburgh

Super (FAR Instructor) Course. Caitlin Steel. ITW Sport

Great (FAR Instructor)Course. Very enjoyable and informative. Padraic Nee. Aer Arran

Excellent and dedicated instructor. Sharon Murphy

Overall a great (FAR Instructor) Course which gave me the knowledge and skills t present a FAR course with confidence.

The (FAR Instructor) course was concise and too the point. Eugene Nolan

Everything well covered. Michael Kavanagh

 

 

CFR Instructor Course Aim:

The aim of this PHECC CFR Instructor Course is to provide learners with the knowledge, skills and attitude to train others as Cardiac First Responders

Course Objectives:

On completion of this course learners will be able to:

• Explain the role of PHECC
• Explain the Chain of Survival
• Demonstrate Adult and Child CPR
• Demonstrate the correct use of an AED
• Demonstrate Adult and Child Foreign Body Airway Obstruction
• Explain Critical Incident Stress Management
• Explain the steps required in dealing with a stroke and heart attack.
• Demonstrate the recovery position.

 

CFR Instructor Course Content

Day 1

• Introduction to PHECC
• The Chain of Survival
• Adult C.P.R./Foreign Body Obstruction Practice (F.B.A.O).
• A.E.D. Skills Practice/ Skills Evaluation
• Infant & Child C.P.R. & F.B.A.O. Skills
• Recovery Position

Day 2
• Heart Attack and Stroke
• Legal & Ethical Issues
• Administration Issues
• Infection Control
• Presentation Skills & Learning Environment

Access:

Learners must first have successfully completed a basic PHECC CFR course before attending.

To ensure the greatest opportunity for successful participation in our programmes, learners are required to have a good command of English in terms of reading, writing and speaking.

This standard of proficiency is indicated by achieving or exceeding the standard of CEFR B2+ Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Learners who have achieved a passing grade in English at Junior Certificate level will be deemed to meet this criterion. However, learners for whom English is not their first language, are required to advise Qualtec, and may be required to provide evidence of proficiency. This could include completing a standardised CEFR test or equivalent.

Learners should have basic IT skills. They will need to be able email, word process (Word) and use Presentation software (Powerpoint).

Training, administrative and Technical Support: Qualtec will endeavour to provide any reasonable support to ensure that strudents complete this course successfully. Reasonable Accomodation can be requested in advance of the course by sending an email to [email protected]. The Instructor will be available to discuss any needs or issues on breaks on a one to one basis or collectively. Administrative or Technical support is available via phone, Zoom or email from 9 am to 5 pm.. This can be requested by sending an email to [email protected] or ringing 01 6289374.Full details are available in our our Learner Handbook.

Location:

This CFR Instructor Course is delivered in the Courtyard Hotel, Leixlip, Co.Kildare.

Certification:

On completion of the CFR Instructor course,  learners need to assist on two CFR Courses before being finally assessed on their delivery on a 3rd course This needs to be completed within six months of the course.

Course Assessment & Time Commitment 

Your CFR skills will be assessed on day 2 of the course. You will need to practice these skills in advance of being assessed. Allow 2 hours for this preparation.

In order to become certified as a PHECC CFR Instructor you must assist on two CFR/FAR before being finally assessed on your delivery of a 3rd CFR course. You will need to  prepare properly in advance of the delivery of these sessions.

This must be completed within six months of the course.

Progression:

On successful completion of this CFR Instructor course learners can then progress onto attending our PHECC FAR Instructor Course.

Testimonials:

Excellent course and relevant to all communities. Margaret Dinneen

Well done. Sharon Murphy

Really enjoyed the course. Very easy to learn with Sean as he made it interesting. Anne Marie McCarthy

Excellent course. Very informative. Padraic Nee Aer Arran

Really enjoyed it! Caitlin Steel

Good practical course with good trainer. Paul Horsburgh

A great two day course with plenty of information and role play. Sean is a very calm and straight forward teacher. Margaret Foley

Enjoyed the course. Thank you! Denise Lynam.