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Nursing Studies

Lifelong Learning
5M4349

Nursing Studies (5M4349)

The QQI title of this level 5 major award is Nursing Studies (5M4349). It comprises of 8 minor component awards which amount to a combined total of 120 credits.

The purpose of this award is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill, and competence 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.

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
Course Provider:
Location:
Mullingar
Attendance Options:
Part time, Online or Distance, Blended
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
120

Duration

Course Delivery Method: Self-Paced/Blended/Classroom.

All delivery methods include access to discussion board, online submission system and Further support is available - academic writing, study skills and Harvard referencing.

Entry Requirements

Is this course for you?
Access to the Programme
Mature Applicants with relevant life and work experience are welcomed. Our Course Advisor is available to meet with prospective learners to discuss and advise on the course details, career and academic opportunities and assess your suitability for the course.

Entry Criteria
Entry criteria / prerequisites Level 4 Certificate / Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) or relevant life experience detailed in a current Curriculum Vitae. Please provide details and attach a copy of either a current CV or Certificate. Learners must be a resident of Ireland / based in Ireland.

Learners applying to study on the 5M4349 programme must have a QQI Level 5 Award in Healthcare, National Vocational Certificate (Level 4), Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications. Recognition of Prior Learning in the context of appropriate work/life experience, detailed in a CV and with supporting documentation, will also be consider.

Careers / Further progression

What are my progression routes?
Progression Achievement of this award will enable the learner to progress to other appropriate programmes leading to awards at the next or higher levels of the National Framework of Qualifications. Awards Learners who successfully complete this award may progress to include but are not limited too:

6M4978 Health Services Supervisory Management Skills
6M4587 Management

Progression Opportunities
The following level 5 certificates are among those that generally (though not always) enable links to Healthcare Degree programmes:

5M4349 Nursing Studies
5M4339 Healthcare Support
5M4468 Community and Health Services
5M2786 Community Care

Course Web Page

Further information

For future start dates please contact the Provider.

€1100. Deposit: €250.

How to apply?
Choose and purchase the programme online (see "Application Weblink" below) below.

Learners will be able to:
Demonstrate a broad knowledge relating to the role, responsibility care and wellbeing of clients within the whole lifespan and in a variety of care settings,

Demonstrate a knowledge of theoretical concepts and abstract thinking pertaining to nursing practice with significant depth in certain areas,

Demonstrate a broad range of practice, research, interpersonal and caring skills in order to provide holistic care to a wide range of client groups in a range of care settings,

Evaluate and utilise information to plan, develop and implement appropriate care strategies in a variety of care settings,

Demonstrate knowledge, skills and attitude within a range of varied and specific practices in accordance with accepted professional guidelines and practice,

Contribute under supervision to planning implementing and evaluation processes in providing holistic client-centred care safely and effectively,

Take responsibility for own learning in a structured context,

Reflect on personal practice to inform self understanding and personal development.

Modules:
The total credit value required for this certificate is 120. This will be achieved by completing:

All of the following components
5N0749 Anatomy and Physiology - 15 Credits
5N1279 Human Growth and Development - 15 Credits
5N4325 Nursing Theory and Practice - 15 Credits
5N2705 Care Provision and Practice - 15 Credits
5N0690 Communications - 15 Credits

A minimum credit value of 15 from the following components:
5N1433 Work Practice - 15 Credits
5N1356 Work Experience - 15 Credits

A minimum credit value of 30 from the following components:
5N0758 Care Support - 15 Credits
5N2746 Biology - 15 Credits
5N3751 Workplace Statutory Polices and Procedures - 15 Credits
5N3772 Understanding Mental Health - 15 Credits
5N0754 Psychology - 15 Credits

Note: It is only necessary to do 2 of the last 5 components if you have completed a level 5 previously. Contact a course advisor for more information.

A maximum of 15 credits may be used from either level 4 or level 6.

Typically, QQI modules are 15 credits each – so completing 8 modules = 120 credits. 120 Credits are needed to achieve a QQI Major Award. However, sometimes a module will have as much as 30 credits, so completing one large module (30 Credits) plus 6 more normal modules (6 × 15 = 90) would achieve the 120 credits needed.

Grading
Pass 50% - 64%
Merit 65% - 70%
Distinction 80% - 100%

5M4349 - Nursing Studies

What qualification will I receive?
You will be awarded a certificate 5M4349 Nursing Studies. QQI is the awarding body. Forus Training is a provider of education and training programmes and we issue certificates to learners who have reached the standard for a QQI award. The certificate you will receive on successful completion is a formal confirmation by QQI that you have demonstrated the knowledge, skill and competence required to achieve the named award. This programme is validated by QQI and is coded 5M4349 Nursing Studies. This certificate which will be issued to you by us is an award listed on the NFQ (National Framework of Qualifications). This ensures the certificate is nationally and internationally recognised and has many potential uses; for example, for further / higher education or employment in Ireland or abroad.

Forus Training,
Castle House,
Castle Street,
Mullingar,
Co. Westmeath
N91 Y896.
t: 044 9349400
e: hello@forustraining.ie

Course Provider:
Location:
Mullingar
Attendance Options:
Part time, Online or Distance, Blended
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
120