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GovernedAI Healthcare Academy · Ireland

Prepare for your next step.
Move forward with confidence.

Clear, self-paced learning for care work, Healthcare Support study and international nursing career preparation.

Three courses. Your next step.

Find the preparation that fits you.

01 · Explore care work

Healthcare Assistant Preparation

For people exploring Healthcare Assistant work in Ireland. Learn about the role, care values and workplace responsibilities.

10 lessons · Self-paced

€19.99

One-time payment

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02 · Prepare for study

QQI Level 5
Study Readiness

For people preparing for Healthcare Support study in Ireland. Build understanding through scenarios, knowledge checks and reflection.

8 modules · 40 lessons

€100

One-time payment

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03 · Plan your next step

International Nurse Career Readiness

For internationally qualified nurses preparing for their career in Ireland. Explore pathways, applications and professional communication.

6 modules · Self-paced

€49.99

One-time payment

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Independent educational preparation. Courses do not award QQI qualifications or provide nursing registration.

GOVERNEDAI HEALTHCARE ACADEMY · IRELAND

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QQI Level 5 Study Readiness

Prepare for Healthcare Support study in Ireland.

Build knowledge, develop your study habits and approach your next learning step with greater confidence.

Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Level 5 Study Readiness Course

8 modules40 lessonsSelf-paced online€100 once

Enrol now — €100

Independent study preparation; not QQI-accredited.

Make room for your next step

Designed for people in Ireland preparing for Healthcare Support study, including carers balancing shifts, family commitments and further learning. Work through manageable lessons, revisit key ideas and use written activities to identify what you understand and where you need guidance.

Eight modules. A structured foundation.

Each module contains five lessons, including a review to help you consolidate your learning.

MODULE 1

Care Support

Dignity, professional boundaries, teamwork and reflective learning.

MODULE 2

Care Skills

Preparation for personal care, mealtime support, comfort and safe movement.

MODULE 3

Care of the Elderly

Ageing, wellbeing, recognising changes and dementia communication.

MODULE 4

Communications

Listening, records, communication barriers and difficult conversations.

MODULE 5

Work Experience

Placement preparation, professional conduct, learning goals and reflection.

MODULE 6

Health and Safety at Work

Hazards, infection prevention, emergencies and equipment awareness.

MODULE 7

Personal Effectiveness

Study planning, problem solving, feedback and confidence.

MODULE 8

Special Needs / Inclusive Support

Inclusion, accessible communication, choice and independence.

These are our independent preparation topics. Your accredited provider confirms the components, assessments and practical requirements for your chosen award.

Your complete study readiness course — €100

One payment for all eight modules and 40 lessons. Learn online at your own pace, with scenarios, knowledge checks and reflection activities.

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Which qualifications do Healthcare Assistant employers require?

Some vacancies ask for a completed QQI Level 5 award; others may accept particular components or equivalent qualifications. Check the difference before choosing your training pathway.

Qualification guidance only. Always check the latest vacancy requirements.

Independent, self-paced preparation for Healthcare Assistant work and further learning in Ireland. Other European countries have different qualification and employment requirements.

Looking for a shorter introduction to Healthcare Assistant work?

Healthcare Assistant responsibilities · Professional conduct · Infection prevention · Safeguarding · Communication · Teamwork · Practical scenarios · Knowledge checks

Our separate introductory Healthcare Assistant course offers a starting point for exploring the role. It is different from the eight-module study readiness course above.

Free 20-question readiness assessment

Take an introductory knowledge check, see your score and explanations, and discover areas to revise. No payment or registration required.

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Free sample knowledge check

Try five introductory questions. These are original practice questions, not official QQI assessment items.

Prepare for Healthcare Assistant Work in Ireland · €19.99 one-time

Self-paced introductory lessons, practical care scenarios and knowledge checks. One-time payment. Course access is provided separately after checkout; confirm the access instructions before purchasing.

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Independent preparation; not QQI-accredited. Formal qualifications and practical competence require accredited training and assessment.

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See how your learning relates to QQI Level 5

Explore the published qualification topics and discover what our independent preparation materials can help you practise.

View the QQI Learning Outcomes Guide →