Nursing Studies - Introduction
If your answer to any of these questions is “Yes” then this course is tailor made for you.
You want to enhance your chances of getting into a Nursing Degree programme either in Ireland or the UK.
You want to see if nursing is really the career for you.
You plan to work as a carer to gain healthcare experience before entering a full degree programme. (This course is designed to prepare students for entry to a Nursing Degree Programme while successful candidates will emerge with a qualification that entitles them to work as a professional carer. You have qualified Nurses teaching you and will gain a true insight into the incredibly varied world of Nursing.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | Cardiac First Response |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | PreHospital Emergency Care Council |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
| Cardiac First Response | PreHospital Emergency Care Council |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
A student over 16 years seeking entry to this programme does not need a previous formal qualification. Should the student have previous qualifications, one of the following may be advantageous for admission to the programme:
- Leaving Certificate
- Leaving Certificate Applied
- QQI Level 4 Award
- Interview
- Students who may not have formal academic requirements but who can successfully participate on the course will be considered. (RPL Recognition of Prior Learning
- Mature students welcome
Careers / Further progression
Career and Progression Opportunities:
Students can progress to Undergraduate Nursing Degree programmes in Higher Education Institutes in Ireland and the UK. Alternatively, students may seek employment as qualified carers in the public or private health care sector. Use this course code 5M4349 to see degrees that link with this course. in Careers Portal website - https://careersportal.ie/courses/cao_fetac_links.php
Nursing degrees in Ulster University are fully funded and accept QQI qualifications.
Many, who have continued from this course have completed Nursing Degree Programmes in Ireland and the UK are now practising in areas such as General Nursing, Midwifery, Paediatric Nursing, Mental Health, and other specialist areas. Other successful graduates are working as carers in hospitals, care homes and private homecare, enhancing the lives of all of those they assist.
Further information
Commencing September 2024
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
The college welcomes applications from qualified international applicants. Non-EU learners whose visas do not confer access to publicly funded education may be required to pay a course fee of €3654 for their course if eligible. For further details, please contact the college. Applicants who are in the international protection system and have been granted permission to work are not eligible for the €3654 non-EU fees. Applicants will be required to provide proof of their immigration status (eg. GNIB card, permission to work letter issued by the Department of Justice) as part of the enrolment process.
MATURE STUDENTS
The number of mature students attending Further Education courses in Marino College is increasing each year and at present constitutes a significant proportion of our total numbers. Mature students are very welcome and Learner Supports will pay particular attention to their learning needs.
Course fees for PLCs are now €50
Student Grants
Eligible students can apply for a SUSI Grant to assist with course costs. Please contact SUSI.ie for further information.
Back to Education Allowance
Eligible students can avail of the Back to Education Allowance which enables students to retain their benefit payment while studying. Please contact your local INTREO office or welfare.ie for further information.
Apply online via link above.
HOW WILL I LEARN?
The course includes a variety of classroom-based subjects, clinical practical skills, mandatory work placement and independent study. Assessments and assignments are continuous throughout the year. Academic learning consists of a combination of onsite and self-directed learning.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Anatomy and Physiology
Human Growth and Development
Nursing Theory and Practice
Care Skills
Care of the Older Person
Infection Prevention and Control
Communications
Word Processing
Work Experience
Maths is an option offered for those students who wish to apply to UK colleges including Ulster University.
New for September 2024: Maternity Nursing, Children's Nursing and Accident & Emergency.
All Nursing Modules will be delivered by our team of qualified Nurses & Midwives. All students will partake in a work experience programme. Students will be assisted and supported in securing placement under the guidance of our Clinical Placement Coordinator.
Courses for Certification and Work Experience that are covered:
Patient Manual Handling
Cardiac First Responder
Safeguarding the Vulnerable Adult
Hand Hygiene
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
A full award is granted on passing the relevant eight components. On successful completion of each component, one can be awarded a pass, merit or distinction grade. These grades are achieved by the accumulation of marks awarded for assessments and assignments. Students are assessed through various methods based on the module studied. It may be a combination of assignments, clinical skills, projects and an end of year exam and is module dependent.
5M4349 - Nursing Studies.
Awards:
QQI Level 5 Certification Nursing Studies Award 5M4349.
Certification in:
Patient Manual Handling
Cardiac First Responder
Safeguarding the Vulnerable Adult
Hand Hygiene
Connolly House,
171 North Strand Road, Dublin 1
Tel: 01 855 7116 / Fax: 01 855 4064
Enquiries: sarah.mccabe@kmcfe.cdetb.ie / grainne.synnott@kmcfe.cdetb.ie