February 5, 2025
“Ensuring a human rights-based approach to care when supporting Adults Ageing with Intellectual Disability” Date: 6th March 2025 Online via Microsoft Teams 10am to 1pm Facilitator: Michelle Carter (MSc in Ageing Health and Wellbeing in Intellectual Disability) Registration details and further Information: info@agewithid.ie Ageing with an Intellectual Disability is often a more difficult process than ageing in the general population due to premature ageing and secondary conditions. One of the greatest challenges is ensuring that adults ageing with an intellectual disability have equal access to health, social participation, inclusion, and all the factors which enhance the positive ageing […]
January 22, 2025
Title: Foundations in Autism: From Theory to Practice – 7 Module Programme Accreditations – Endorsed by Social Care Ireland & has been awarded 28 CPD by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI), reflecting its high standard and relevance for professional development in healthcare. Overview: Autism Programme The Autism Programme is a comprehensive, cutting-edge training series designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively understand and support autistic individuals. Grounded in a neurological perspective, the programme connects theory and practice to provide evidence-based strategies tailored to the unique needs of this population. Here’s how the […]
January 8, 2025
Here is your chance to discover what MENTORING is all about and its benefits Booking Open now Brought to you by the ACSLM & the Engagement & Advancement Advisory Group Presented by: Ruairi Kelleher, EDelia Founder. EMCC Mentor & Accredited Coach Dr Brigid Lucey, PhD, FACSLM, FIBMS, FRCPath, Head of Dept. in Biological Sciences Department, MTU Dr James O’Connor, Chief Medical Scientist, Bon Secours Health System Ireland Preview: What is mentoring (life cycle) Benefits Roles & responsibilities Mentee or mentor How it works Develop the culture Hear the views of a mentee and mentor on video here. Breakout rooms, discussion groups, challenges. It promises […]
November 25, 2024
Dear Member. Please see attached information regarding a NHSCPO funding opportunity to complete a 4 week short course on Workplace Well-Being with Trinity College Dublin. Interested applicants need to complete the attached application form and return to cpd.hscp@hse.ie by 5pm Friday 6th December. NATIONAL HSCP OFFICE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FUNDING 2024 APPLICATION FORM Portal-Ed-Trinity-College-Dublin-Workplace-Wellbeing-programme-flyer
November 19, 2024
Announcement: Launch of CORU’s New Registrant Management System CORU is pleased to announce the launch of the second phase of its new Registrant Management System, which was initially introduced with the opening of the Social Care Workers Register on 30 November 2023. CORU wish to confirm that the new system will be available for all other professions commencing on Monday, 25 November 2024. This updated system integrates the processes for international qualification recognition, registration, and continuing professional development into a single streamlined platform, providing significant improvements for all applicants and registrants. Key Benefits of the New System: A unified application process […]
November 18, 2024
Job Posted: 18th November, 2024 St Bernard’s Children’s Services Vacancy for: Social Care Manager Therapeutic Children’s Residential Service St. Bernard’s is a voluntary therapeutic children’s service based in Co. Tipperary, which provides a unique and dedicated service to children in residential and foster care. We are seeking a Social Care Manager to join an established service, focused on providing trauma-informed model of care for young people of primary school age. This role involves creating a therapeutic environment through relationship-building and positive attachment development. You will play a crucial role in delivering comprehensive trauma informed care. Your responsibilities will include centre […]
November 7, 2024
Autumn Newsletter – Human Rights and Equality Matters. This edition is packed with insightful articles and updates that we believe will resonate with you. You can access the newsletter directly on their website here.
October 22, 2024
As part of our commitment to ensuring all members are properly informed and supported in their professional development, we are sharing guidance notes regarding the CORU registration process These notes provide key information and step by step instructions to help you successfully complete your registration with CORU. We strongly encourage all our members who are in the process of registration, or who will be soon to review the attached thoroughly. CORU – Guidance Notes
October 21, 2024
Social Care Practice Placement: an Essential Guide An essential guide for social care students, placement supervisors/educators and lecturers engaged in practice placement; from initial preparation through to engagement in learning from practice. • Examines placements from the perspective of all stakeholders and discusses key student concerns and challenges with essential information on how to navigate them. • Clearly illustrates how to develop evidence of learning, using tools such as case examples, checklists and guides to track progress on achieving standards of proficiency through placement. • Explains how placement supervision can be a valuable learning tool used to achieve goals, increase […]
October 14, 2024
Social Care Ireland would like to congratulate Claire O’ Cleary on her recent appointment of Interim CEO & Registrar with CORU. Wishing you all the very best in your new role Claire. A qualified pharmacist, Claire has almost 20 years’ experience working across a range of sectors including community pharmacy, pharmacy governance, education accreditation and competency assurance. In 2020 Claire was appointed as Head if Education Quality Assurance CORU with responsibility for development and implementation policy in relation to education to support the Council and the Registration Boards. As a member of the Senior Management Team, Claire has gained […]