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Legislation that governs the role of HCA Healthcare Assistant

Lisaoc · 2014-05-13 19:13:20

Hi all, In the middle of assignment and have been trawling internet for the following info: What is the legislation/policy/protocol that governs the role of a healthcare assistant in Ireland? I've been on Hiqa website and HSE and I cannot find the answer. Would anyone know? Thanx in advance Lisa

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13-05-2014 8:13pm

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Lisaoc

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Hi all,

In the middle of assignment and have been trawling internet for the following info:

What is the legislation/policy/protocol that governs the role of a healthcare assistant in Ireland?

I've been on Hiqa website and HSE and I cannot find the answer.

Would anyone know?

Thanx in advance

Lisa

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#2 13-05-2014 10:57pm
Frito

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Interesting question.

Usually professional bodies define the scope of practice and role of members, HCAs don't seem to have one (I could be wrong, but couldn't find any myself)

I did see that all HCAs are required to complete level 5 Fetac, this course is structured by Quality and Qualifications Ireland which are an amalgamated body in existence since November 2012 and mandated by government through National Development Plan 2007-2013. Might be worth contacting them for info?

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