QQI Level 5 Nursing Theory & Practice

Course details

The course is designed to provide learners with an introduction to the nursing profession, the role of the nurse in the health service and within the multi-disciplinary team. It also gives great insight into the work of a nurse, the disciplines and specialities that are on offer and the importance of nursing ethics and etiquette in various caresituations. This is a lovely module for those inpiduals who are working within various healthcare environments where nurse professionals may be their line managers so they can understand the role and responsibilities of the nurse. Equally it is an important module to consider if an inpidual was thinking about a career in nursing and applying for or transferring to a nursing degree programme in the future.

Entry Level & Special Requirements

QQI Level 4 Certificate, Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and work experiences.

Assessment

Learners who wish to achieve this QQI Level 5 Module or Component Certificate must complete an examination (50%) consisting of 10 short answer questions (20%) and 3 structured questions (30%). In addition there are 5 skills demonstrations required (50%).

Course Content

This Module is not grouped into units but instead covers a range of specific learning outcomes which covers the history and development of nursing, the structure and function of the health care service in Ireland, models of care, basic nursing skills, common nursing/medical terminology and outlines the various specialities in nursing.