| Course Name |
Nursing Studies |
| Course Provider |
Colaiste Mhuire Thurles |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Tipperary ETB |
| Course Code |
5M4349 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
More info...
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time |
| Location (Districts) |
Thurles |
| Course Content |
Objectives:
To enable students find employment in related areas for example Nurses Aid.
To facilitate progression to Third Level, particularly to gain entry to Nursing Degree Courses. |
| FET Code |
5M4349 - Nursing Studies |
| Duration |
1 year |
| Comment |
Qualification:
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Nursing Studies.
Work Experience
Courses are designed to meet current employment market needs by providing job oriented training and education. Coláiste Mhuire Co-Ed has built extensive links with many businesses in the locality and further afield, through their work experience programme. Students complete a block release period of work experience during the year. Many students are employed locally as a result of their work experience.
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| Course Fee |
There are no formal tuition fees for Irish and EU Nationals who are full time students on our courses. Courses are funded by the European Social Fund.
An administration fee is required to cover student services. Students will be required to pay examination fees. |
| Financial Support |
Students attending our full-time PLC courses are eligible to apply for government grants. Grants range depending on individual circumstances.
For further information on grants please contact the college or SUSI www.susi.ie |
| Application Date |
Application
Application Forms are available to download from www.cmco.ie. Courses are offered subject to demand. Places on oversubscribed courses may be determined by interview. For students with additional learning needs, see our website for information regarding extra supports available.
Garda Vetting is needed to meet college requirements. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Subjects Taught |
Course Content
Anatomy & Physiology
Nursing Theory and Practice
Safety & Health at Work
Human Growth & Development
Child Development
Occupational First Aid
Work Experience
Communications
Care Support
Care of Older Person
Infection, Prevention & Control
Modules may change due to
QQI course requirements.
Courses offered subject to demand. |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+Leaving Certificate with passes in at least five subjects or Leaving Certificate Applied with a minimum of 120 credits, alternatively FETAC Certification at Level 4.
Applicants over 21 years who may not have completed the senior cycle but are deem...
Hide-Leaving Certificate with passes in at least five subjects or Leaving Certificate Applied with a minimum of 120 credits, alternatively FETAC Certification at Level 4.
Applicants over 21 years who may not have completed the senior cycle but are deemed to have the necessary competence and capacity to undertake the programme may also apply.
Applicants with special needs are catered for however, they must inform the college on application.
We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all students.
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| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Career / Academic Progression
Holders of this Award are eligible to apply, through the CAO to Universities and Institutes of Technology for entry to the first year of Nursing Degree Programmes (through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme). Please ...
Hide-Career / Academic Progression
Holders of this Award are eligible to apply, through the CAO to Universities and Institutes of Technology for entry to the first year of Nursing Degree Programmes (through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme). Please check with the individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending.
Holders of this Award are eligible to apply through UCAS, for UK universities offering the Nursing Degree programmes.
Award holders are qualified to work as healthcare assistants in a variety of health and community settings.
Waterford Institute of Technology
There are reserved places for CMCO students in:
WD018 BA in Applied Social Studies in Social Care.
WD149 BA (H) in Early Childhood Studies.
WD187 BA (H) in Social Science.
WD192 BA (H) in Social Care Practice.
WD200 Bachelor of Arts (H)
WD124 BA (H) in Health Promotion.
WD188 BSc in Applied Health Care.
Possible Employment Opportunities
Nurses Aid in nursing home
Centres for independent living
Care Attendent
Cabin Crew
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| Further Enquiries |
Phone: 0504 21734
Fax: 0504 23166
Email: colaistemhuire@gmail.com
www.cmco.ie |
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