Wound Management
Are you a health care professional working with people with wounds? Using an evidence based approach, this course will build on your knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of patients with wounds
| Award Name | Special Purpose Certificate (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Special Purpose |
| Awarding Body | Munster Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Purpose Certificate (Level 8 NFQ) | Special Purpose | Munster Technological University | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
2 semesters, part-time, blended.
Course Delivery
First semester is scheduled to run from 9am-12midday on Thursdays from September to December (12 days delivery using a blended learning approach).
Second semester is scheduled to run from 9am to 1pm on Thursdays from January to May (12 days delivery using a blended learning approach).
Careers / Further progression
Progression
On successful completion of the programme, may use the 15 credits gained at level 8 to contribute to the achievement of other academic awards at level 8.
Further information
Intakes: September each year (depending on minimum applications)
The cost of the Certificate in Wound Management is €2,995 plus a €95 capitation fee.
Registered nurses and midwives directly employed either on a permanent or on a temporary basis (for three consecutive months) by the HSE are eligible to apply for funding support. Please see the Office of the Nursing and Midwifery Services Director and follow the links.
Course fees may be subject to an annual increase.
Application Deadline 11th June 2027
Are you a health care professional working with people with wounds?
Using an evidence based approach, this course will build on your knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of patients with wounds. Over one-year, part-time, you will engage with the principles and skills associated with contemporary wound management. On successful completion of the programme, you will also be awarded a Certificate of Competence in Ankle Brachial Pulse Index Measurement.
Modules
Principles of Wound Assessment (5 credits) - This module is scheduled to run from 9am-12midday on Thursdays from September to December (12 days delivery using a blended learning approach)
Principles of Wound Management (10 credits) - This module is scheduled to run from 9am to 1pm on Thursdays from January to May (12 days delivery using a blended learning approach)
Ms. Susan Hudson
Tel: 353 (0)66 7191694
Email: susan.hudson@mtu.ie