Course details

The Certificate in Nursing Studies is a full-time programme designed to equip students with the basic skills and knowledge to progress to further studies or employment in the nursing field.

Course content

Compulsory Modules

  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Nursing Theory and Practice
  • Human Growth & Development
  • Communications
  • Work Placement
  • Health and Safety at Work
  • Care Provision & Practice
  • Social Studies
  • Palliative Care

Course Content - Extras

  • Occupational First Aid
  • Team Building
  • Manual Handling
  • Palliative Care Support
  • Field Trips
  • Various Guest Speakers
  • Interactive Workshops with Qualified SRN Nurse

Entry Requirements

Candidates most likely to benefit from the course will have a keen interest in Nursing. This course is open to Mature students.

Career Progression

Successful completion of the course will allow the student progression to General (RGN), Psychiatric (RPN), Intellectual Disability (RND), Children's Nursing (RGN) and Midwifery (RM) courses both in Ireland and the UK

Certification

On successful completion of the one year course, candidates who reach the required standard will receive QQI National Certificate in Nursing Studies (5M4349)

Updated on 08 November, 2015

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