Contemporary Approaches to Care of the Older Person
This programme aims to increase the knowledge, skills and competence of nurses working with older people enabling them to recognise and respond to the deteriorating health and /or functional status of the person in a timely and proactive manner.
| Award Name | Special Purpose Certificate (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Special Purpose |
| Awarding Body | Dundalk Institute of Technology |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Purpose Certificate (Level 9 NFQ) | Special Purpose | Dundalk Institute of Technology | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
1 Semester
The programme is delivered with a combination of live online lectures and face to face workshops in DkIT
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be a registered Nurse with NMBI or equivalent
Applicants must be currently employed in a health care setting
All applicants will normally hold a relevant Level 8 qualification (or equivalent). Applicants who do not have a Level 8 qualification may apply for entry to the programme in accordance with the procedures outlined in the DkIT Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy.
Further information
Fees & How to Apply?
Visit dkit.ie/postgraduate for more information about this course, how to apply and the start date for this course.
Who Should Apply?
This programme is suitable for Registered Nurses.
Course Content
Anatomical and physiological changes associated with the ageing process;
Health and functional ability of the older person;
The deteriorating health in the older person;
Skills required to conduct a physical health assessment of the older person
Clinical decision making
Level 9 Credits 10
Certificate in Contemporary
Approaches to Care of the Older Person Subject to final validation
Contact
Dr. Geraldine O’Connor,
School of Health & Science
T:+353(0)429370200 Ext 2736
E: geraldine.oconnor@dkit.ie