Nursing Studies
The aim of this one year full time course is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work under supervision in a variety of healthcare settings and / or to progress to further or higher education and training.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
36 weeks full-time.
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.
Careers / Further progression
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.
Further information
Start Date: 07/09/2026 End Date: 14/05/2027
For PLC applicants, the registration fee is payable (without exemption) and the exam fee may be payable (exemption for medical card).
PLC applicants may be eligible for Back to Education or Susi Grant.
The aim of this one year full time course is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work under supervision in a variety of healthcare settings and / or to progress to further or higher education and training. Students are prepared for further study or employment in the nursing sector. This course is fulltime, however it is family friendly as holidays and class times are in keeping with post-primary school holidays. Course materials are provided.
On successful completion of this course learners will be awarded a 120 credit QQI level 5 Major Award in Nursing Studies.
Learning Outcomes
• To facilitate the learner to explore the health and nursing care area with a view to re-skilling/up-skilling and exploring concepts and subject areas that may interest the learner in future programmes or
employment
• To facilitate the learner to plan and implement a range of holistic care strategies in a variety of care
settings
• To enable the learner to develop the skills and competences in order to comply with accepted
professional guidelines and practice
• To provide a programme of learning that is vocational in nature and flexible in structure so that the
learner has the maximum opportunity to improve his/her academic and vocational literacy, numerical,
ICT and planning skills while participating in the programme
• To afford the learner opportunities to enhance his/her confidence and ability to develop the skills to
reach his/her full potential
• To facilitate the learner to further develop his/her interpersonal, team working, problem solving and time management skills, as appropriate, so that the learner is enabled to take responsibility for his/her own learning and to support progression including future participation in education and employment
• To provide the learner with vocationally specific knowledge, skill and competence at this level, thus
affording the learner the opportunity to progress to programmes leading to awards at level 6 or above
• To facilitate the learner to reflect on and evaluate his/her performance while participating in the
programme
Work Experience (5N1356)
Safety & Health at Work (5N1794)
Communications (5N0690)
Anatomy & Physiology (5N0749)
Care Skills (5N2770)
Human Growth & Development (5N1279)
Nursing Theory & Practice (5N4325)
Infection Prevention & Control (5N3734)
Development of Key Skills
5M4349 - Nursing Studies
Admissions Office College of FET
Phone: 061 578 100
Email: cfet.admissions@lcetb.ie