Expand+Students on this one-year programme will gain practical experience in healthcare clinical settings which, combined with an insight into theories relating to the nursing profession, will enable them to deliver high standards of care. Furthermore, this...

Hide-Students on this one-year programme will gain practical experience in healthcare clinical settings which, combined with an insight into theories relating to the nursing profession, will enable them to deliver high standards of care. Furthermore, this course will facilitate progression to third-level Nursing and Healthcare programmes.

This course is designed to:
Combine aspects of nursing theory and practical aspects of clinical nursing experience. As a student on this one-year programme, you will gain practical experience in health-care clinical settings which, combined with an insight into theories relating to health-care provision, will enable you to deliver high standards of care with confidence. You are afforded the opportunity to explore and gain entry to the different programmes leading to registration with An Bord Altranais and the English Nursing Board (ENB). This course will also afford you the opportunity to gain entry to a variety of health-related fields e.g. Social Care, Paramedic, Childcare, Garda Siochana.

Expand+GTI has developed a style of teaching to meet the demands of a diverse community of learners.

•Learners develop skills of analysis, critical thinking, problem solving and reflective practice

•We make extensive use of advanced multimedia and i...

Hide-GTI has developed a style of teaching to meet the demands of a diverse community of learners.

•Learners develop skills of analysis, critical thinking, problem solving and reflective practice

•We make extensive use of advanced multimedia and internet based technologies to bring subject matter to life and to ensure effective learning.

•Regulated Clinical Placements (Work Experience)

•Vital learning supports are tailored to the needs of the individual learners

•Career guidance assistance re UCAS, CAO and specialised guidance and training for Mature Code Applicants eg. NCC written assessment and NCC interview preparation.

QQI Level 5 Award in Nursing Studies (5M4349)
Patient Moving & Handling

Please Note
•At registration students will be requested to complete the necessary documentation in order to complete a successful garda vetting process. Garda clearance is a mandatory requirement for work placement.

•GTI reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.

Expand+Admissions Procedures 2017

1.Closing date for first round of applications is Tuesday May 2nd at 2:00pm.
2.Interviews will take place from May 29th.
3.Offers of places will issue week commencing June 26th
4.Second Round applications open June 6t...

Hide-Admissions Procedures 2017

1.Closing date for first round of applications is Tuesday May 2nd at 2:00pm.
2.Interviews will take place from May 29th.
3.Offers of places will issue week commencing June 26th
4.Second Round applications open June 6th 2017.
5.Interviews will take place from August 29th subject to availability of places.
6.€250 Registration Fee applies to all students
7.€200 PLC Student Contribution Fee applies and must be paid at time of enrolment, except in the following instances: Medical Card Holders - Valid at time of enrolment and in students\\'own name, Grant Approvals Letter, Evidence of Back to Education Allowance, those in receipt of Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme.

Expand+•Students who successfully complete the course may gain entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the FETAC Higher Education Links Scheme. This course is linked to the majority of Nursing Colleges in Ireland. The number of places available...

Hide-•Students who successfully complete the course may gain entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the FETAC Higher Education Links Scheme. This course is linked to the majority of Nursing Colleges in Ireland. The number of places available are restricted. Check with the Admissions office of individual institutions for further details.

•This course is considered for entry to Nursing Colleges in the U.K. Several of these colleges visit GTI each year to give talks on progression to UK degree courses in Nursing and Midwifery.

GMIT Galway Mayo Institute of Technology

•GA880 General Nursing - Mayo Campus level 8. Distinctions in 5 modules which must include: 5N0749, 5N4325, 5N1279 or 5N2746.

•GA882 Psychiatric Nursing - Mayo Campus Level 8. Distinctions in 5 modules which must include: 5N0749, 5N4325, 5N1279 or 5N2746.

NUIG National University of Ireland Galway

•GY515 General Nursing Level 8. Distinctions in 5 modules which must include: 5N0749, 5N4325, 5N1279 or 5N2746.

•GY516 Psychiatric Nursing Level 8. Distinctions in 5 modules which must include: 5N0749, 5N4325, 5N1279 or 5N2746.

•GY517 Midwifery Level 8. Distinctions in 5 modules which must include: 5N0749, 5N4325, 5N1279 or 5N2746.

•The most up-to-date information on Higher Education Links is located at the CAO website.