Nursing Studies
Find out if Nursing is for you! This preparatory course is geared for those who intend to go on to further training for the BSc Degree in Nurse Education either in Ireland, England, Scotland or abroad. You will be introduced to subjects/topics commonly studied in the first year of the nursing degree programme. Learn about the skills and knowledge of the nursing profession with an emphasis on respect, dignity, empathy and confidentiality. Give yourself the best start for entry to a career in healthcare.
| 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 |
Duration
37 Weeks
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
Career opportunities exist in nursing homes, hospitals, private homecare sector, intellectual disability environments.
Excellent progression opportunities including:
All Nursing degree programmes in Ireland
Nursing degrees in England (including Kingston University, Southampton University)
Nursing degrees in Wales (including Swansea University, University of South Wales)
Nursing degrees in Scotland (including University of Stirling, Queen Margaret University Edinburgh)
MTU Cork: Social Care Work (MT573)
Excellent progression opportunities to UCC and other Higher Education colleges. Special arrangements in place with MTU Cork, MTU Kerry and Waterford IT for preferential entry for College of Commerce students for some courses . Up to 390 CAO points for any Institute of Technology can be attained by successful completion of this course. Excellent progression opportunities in Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales. See Progressions
Further information
Start Date 01/09/2020
End Date 07/05/2021
To enrich your course you can experience-
• Professional guest lectures from Ireland and the UK
• A fully equipped nursing/HCA room for all of their practical work
• UCAS application assistance
Work Experience (5N1356) QQI
Communications (5N0690) QQI
Anatomy & Physiology (5N0749) QQI
Care of the Older Person (5N2706) QQI
Care Skills (5N2770) QQI
Care Support (5N0758) QQI
Human Growth & Development (5N1279) QQI
Nursing Theory & Practice (5N4325) QQI
Infection Prevention & Control (5N3734) QQI
5M4349 - Nursing Studies
Certification:
QQI Level 5 Health Services Skills 5M3782
Manual handling and people moving training and certification (requirement for work experience)
QQI Component Maths 5N1833 (available as option in evening for learners needing Maths for progression)
HSE Safeguarding Certificate
Certificate in Adult CPR
Early Identification of Memory Problems in Older Persons (HSEland)
Palliative Care (HSEland)
Contact
Bernie Angland
bangland@morrisonsislandcampus.ie