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Nursing Studies

PLC Post Leaving Cert
5M4349

The overall aim of the programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work under supervision in a variety of healthcare settings and / or to progress to further or higher education and training.

Award Name Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Major
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 5 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) Major QQI Level 5 NFQ
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Ennis
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider

Duration

36 weeks full-time

Entry Requirements

Education: NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.

Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.

Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.

Careers / Further progression

Employability Statement
The successful completion of the QQI Level 5 award in Nursing Studies will enable applicants to work under supervision in a variety of hospital and other healthcare settings and or to progress to further and or higher education and training.

QQI FET Links to CAO Courses

Course Web Page

Further information

For PLC applicants, the registration fee is payable (without exemption) and the exam fee may be payable (exemption for medical card).

PLC applicants may be eligible for Back to Education or Susi Grant.

Applications will be taken online through the FETCH system www.fetchcourses.ie

Links can be accessed through https://learningandskills.ie/ennis-campus/

Complete the online application form including an email address and we will contact you.

This course is fulltime, however it is family friendly as holidays and class times are in keeping with post-primary school holidays. All course materials are provided.

Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competency to work under supervision in a variety of healthcare settings and / or to progress to further or higher education and training.

This course is fulltime, however it is family friendly as holidays and class times are in keeping with post-primary school holidays. Course materials are provided.
Applicants may be eligible for Back to Education or Susi Grant.

Work Experience (5N1356) QQI
Communications (5N0690) QQI
Anatomy & Physiology (5N0749) QQI
Care of the Older Person (5N2706) QQI
Care Provision & Practice (5N2705) QQI
Human Growth & Development (5N1279) QQI
Nursing Theory & Practice (5N4325) QQI
Infection Prevention & Control (5N3734) QQI
Development of Key Skills

5M4349 - Nursing Studies

Contact
Marie O'Callaghan
065-6824819
marie.ocallaghan@lcetb.ie
https://learningandskills..

Alternate Provider:
Location:
Ennis
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider