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Nursing Studies

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

A full-time course offering a practical and theoretical introduction to the world of nursing, community care and health related careers.

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
• Five Grade D Leaving Certificate subjects which include both Mathematics and one Science subject.
• Successful completion of interview
• Garda clearance is a requirement on place acceptance.

PROGRESSION
• The full FETAC Level 5 award facilitates entry, on a competitive basis, to a range of third-level institutions nationwide. Further details are available from the relevant institutions.
• In addition, successful completion of this course may facilitate progression to cognate programmes at Canterbury Christ Church University and University of Abertay, Dundee.

DURATION
One year

CERTIFICATION
• FETAC National Vocational Certificate Level 5 – Nursing Studies (5M4349)

COSTS

Occupational First Aid - €80 approx.
Books and work placement uniform will incur extra costs of €200 approx.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Work Experience Placement in a related vocational area is an integral part of this course. It will consist of one block placement and day release (dates to be specified by the college). Students must obtain work experience themselves.

PLEASE NOTE
Students wishing to apply for Level 8 nursing programmes in Ireland must satisfy the minimum requirements of An Bord Altranais (www.nursingcareers.ie)

COURSE CONTENT

• Anatomy and Physiology

• Biology
• Communications
• Nursing Theory and Practice
• Nutrition
• Human Growth and Development
• Care Provision and Practice
• Work Experience
• Occupational First Aid
• Manual Handling & People Handling Training

CAREER PROSPECTS

• Nursing
• Community Care
• Paramedical Careers
• Social Studies

N.B. Due to ongoing developments in FETAC awards, names and content are subject to change.

 

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