Course details

This course is suitable for people who want to work in the healthcare support or community care. It is also suitable for those already working in this environment but wish to obtain certification.

Course Content:

  • Development of nursing as a profession
  • Functions of the health care structures and specialties in Ireland and the effects of European Union directives on nursing
  • Stages of the nursing process and how they relate to patient care
  • Code of Practice for nurses
  • Activities of daily living and how to assist a patient in these activities
  • Commonly used nursing terminology and medical abbreviations
  • Primary, secondary and tertiary health care teams and their functions
  • Importance of precision in administering drugs and recording the procedure
Updated on 08 November, 2015

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Adult education provides an opportunity for people to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills and, through improved co-operation and communication, to create a better community, society and environment in which we live.The Adult Education Department at We_They is a vibrant unit with accredited up-to-date courses, modern technology and professional teaching staff. We offer evening classes and courses which are constantly monitored to ensure they are relevant and contemporary, and the curriculum is tailored to the needs of the students. Underpinning that commitment, we strive to meet new opportunities which students wish to explore - if the course you require is not listed

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