Course details
This course is designed to give learners a well-rounded introduction to the healthcare system. Learners study core areas of nursing and are enabled to put theory into practice through their participation in work experience. This course is taught by staff with industry experience, such as former nurses who bring a real depth of experience to their teaching. In addition, learners are given the opportunity to explore the nursing discipline of their choice by taking one specialised module option.
Entry Requirements
- Leaving Certificate/LCVP
- Leaving Certificate Applied
- Relevant QQI (FETAC) Level 4 Award
- Mature Applicants
Main Areas of Study
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Biology
- Care provision and Practice
- Communications
- Human Growth and Development
- Nursing Theory and Practice
- Work Experience
- Word Processing
- Mathematics (optional)
Specialist Module Options
- Caring for Children in Hospital
- Maternity CareSupport
- Understanding Mental Health
Additional Certification
- First Aid (Order of Malta)
- Manual Handling (Safety First)
Additional Information
Learners wishing to apply for nursing in Ireland must satisfy the minimum requirements of An Bord Altranais
DFEi offers FETAC Level 5 Mathematics for learners who do not have Grade C (Leaving Certificate Ordinary Level), wishing to apply to UK Universities
This programme requires learners to undertake work experience that will bring them into contact with children or vulnerable adults and in which they assume positions of trust. As a result, Garda Vetting is a requirement for entry onto this course. Learners may apply for Garda Vetting at Induction in September
Learners who successfully complete this course may progress on to the Advanced Certificate in Health Services Supervisory Management QQI (FETAC) Level 6 Award (6M4978) at DFEi
Additional Certification
- Certificate in First Aid
- Certificate in Manual Handling
Course Location
About Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute
Whether you want to move directly into employment or progress to third level, We_They welcomes you to the next phase in your career development. We provide excellent training in many aspects of media and sound, health and sport, design, sustainable energy, computing and technology, and arts and humanities. If you are attracted to any of these disciplines, we welcome the opportunity to teach, instruct and inform you. The skills you learn with us will start you on the road to a successful career.
Our courses are constantly kept up to date to remain industry relevant; a bonus in these economically challenging times. Successful completion will give you a well recognised FETAC qualification for direct entry to employment or for entry to third level colleges in Ireland and the UK through the Higher Links scheme. We_They welcomes your active participation in college life while you pursue your chosen course of study. Remember, the more you put in the more you benefit, and that will look very good on your CV. You will be part of a perse and energetic student community. You will make new friends, learn new skills, face new challenges and grow in confidence.
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