Pre-Nursing Studies (Nursing Studies)

Description

Dundrum College of Further Education (DCFE) has rebranded and is now known as Dublin College Dundrum.

COURSE FEES:

All PLC courses have a non-refundable €50 acceptance/registration fee.

In addition to this fee, please note that specialist training costs, material costs, or professional fees may apply to some courses.

Aim

This course serves as a foundation for those who wish to pursue a career in the nursing profession or to progress to other related areas in higher education. It also enables the learner to acquire the knowledge, skills, and competence to work under supervision in a variety of hospital and other healthcare settings.

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.

Course Content

Title    Award    Awarding Body

Work Experience    Work Experience (5N1356)    QQI

Anatomy And Physiology    Anatomy & Physiology (5N0749)    QQI

Care Skills    Care Skills (5N2770)    QQI

Human Growth And Development    Human Growth & Development (5N1279)    QQI

Nursing Theory And Practice    Nursing Theory & Practice (5N4325)    QQI

Infection Prevention And Control    Infection Prevention & Control (5N3734)    QQI

Communications 5N0690    Communications (5N0690)    QQI

Care Support 5N0758    Care Support (5N0758)    QQI

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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.

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.