Nursing Studies 5M4349
Course Details
This course introduces the learner to the role of the nurse and provides an understanding of the knowledge and skills required to pursue a career in the nursing profession. Practical elements and work experience enable the learner to gain hands on experience and a real insight into the caring profession.
Entry Requirements: Leaving Certificate (or equivalent)
No academic requirements for over 23s
Places are offered following successful interview (May and September)
Successful candidates will be required to have obtained Garda Clearance before commencing their work experience module.
All students are recommended to have received 3 doses of the Hepatitis B vaccine before commencing their work experience.
Duration: 1 year, full time
Award: QQI Level 5
Patient Moving & Handling Certificate
First Aid Response Certificate
Course Director: TBA
Course Content:
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Care Skills
- Care of the Older Person
- Communications
- Human Growth & Development
- Nursing Theory & Practice
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Patient Moving & Handling
- First Aid Response
- Safety & Health at Work
- Work Experience
Note:
The student must spend a minimum of 30 days on work experience placement during the academic year.
Course Fees:
€550 fee applies which includes:
First Aid Response training,
Patient Moving & Handling training,
Three Uniform Tunics (ceil blue),
Course Textbooks
Materials Fee.
€200 Government levy
(exemptions for Medical Card, Grant, BTEI)
QQI examination fee not included
Student Uniform
All students must wear a uniform in College and on work placement. This consists of a ceil blue (unisex) tunic, navy cardigan or a plain zip up navy fleece (no hoddies), navy trousers, black/navy leather closed flat shoes (laced/velcro) and black/navy socks. A plain white short sleeved tee shirt under the tunic is permitted. Student ID badges must be worn on campus and work placement.
Career Opportunities
General / Adult Nursing
Psychiatric / Mental Health Nursing
Intellectual Disability Nursing
Children and General Nursing (integrated)
Midwifery
Healthcare Assistant