| Course Name |
Medicine & Health - Wound Care for Healthcare Professionals |
| Course Provider |
University College Cork |
| Course Code |
NU6085 |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Online or Distance |
| Location (Districts) |
Cork City |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
START DATE Semester II |
| Application Date |
Expand+CLOSING DATE 30th October 2022
How Do I Apply
Applications for this module are now open.
To apply for this module please download and complete the application form below and submit with the relevant documents to:
Application Form:
03 0...
Hide-CLOSING DATE 30th October 2022
How Do I Apply
Applications for this module are now open.
To apply for this module please download and complete the application form below and submit with the relevant documents to:
Application Form:
03 03 21 CPD Form
Download and complete the application form at the link.
Gather any additional documents required (including a passport-style photo).
Pay your €35 application fee for this module via UCC’s Online Portal, noting your Application ID: Click here to proceed to UCC’s Online Portal.
Send your completed application form, photo and any relevant documents, including your application ID via e-mail to cpdgraduatestudies@ucc.ie
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| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
Runs on-line from February – March 2023
Module introduction : 9.00 am - 16.00 pm Orientation Semester II
3 January 2022 On-Line ASYN
This module will formally commence on :
20th February 2023 and continue up to 27th March 2023
Thurs 23rd February 2023 09.00-14.00 Live on-line
Thurs 9th March 2023 09.00-14.00 Live on-line
Week of 13th March 2023 Assignment Submission |
| Course Fee |
The fee for this module is €400. There is also a €35 application fee. |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+Open to registered health care professionals in Nursing, Midwifery, Medicine, and Clinical Therapies or other allied disciplines.
Applicants who are practising health care professionals must provide evidence of current registration with the releva...
Hide-Open to registered health care professionals in Nursing, Midwifery, Medicine, and Clinical Therapies or other allied disciplines.
Applicants who are practising health care professionals must provide evidence of current registration with the relevant professional regulatory body (e.g. the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (active registration), the Irish Medical Council, the Health & Social Care Professions Council (or equivalent regulatory body for pharmacists, occupational therapist, podiatrists, speech and language therapists etc.)) Applicants from allied disciplines must provide evidence of professional certification, where appropriate.
Applicants who are under 23 years of age must satisfy the minimum entry requirements as for the Degrees in Nursing or Midwifery, as set out here
Admission to the module(s) will be subject to internal university approval processes on the recommendation of the Head of School.
Applicants for Nursing and Midwifery CPD modules who do not hold an up-to-date IELTS certificate showing the requisite Academic Board approved CM&H scores must demonstrate evidence of appropriate work experience within an English language environment for at least the previous 2 years.
These modules will not necessarily run unless minimum recruitment targets of 10 students are achieved.
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| Comment |
Teaching Method(s): Estimated Student Workload 100 hrs. Distance / online learning, Self-Directed Learning, Required Readings and subject investigation, E-tivity Preparation and Participation, Assignment Preparation and Submission(96 hours) and attendance and participation at workshops/ lecture/seminar (4 hours)). |
| Course Content |
Expand+Module Objective: To critically analyse current national and international practices in wound management
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
Demonstrate competence in the assessment and management of an acute or...
Hide-Module Objective: To critically analyse current national and international practices in wound management
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
Demonstrate competence in the assessment and management of an acute or chronic wound.
Critically review and reflect on the utility of diverse wound management strategies and modalities.
Critique the various perspectives surrounding the use of wound care products.
Evaluate the major challenges wound management poses to nursing and health professions.
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| Subjects Taught |
Module Content: This module explores the knowledge required to treat and manage acute and chronic wounds. The principles of effective wound management are examined with reference to various types of evidence. Clarifications of the concepts underpinning treatment modalities for the major wound categories are explored. Students will also engage in developing an independent project and assignment preparation. |
| Assessment Method |
Assessment: Total Marks 100: Continuous Assessment 100 marks (1 x 1,500 word academic paper: 90marks; E-tivities: 10 marks). |
| Number of Credits |
5 credits |
| Further Enquiries |
CPD Co-Ordinator, CPD Centre,
An tIonad um Fhorbairt Ghairmiúil Leanúnaigh,
Q+1 floor, The Boole Library, Main Quad, U.C.C.
e-mail cpdgraduatestudies@ucc.ie
Contact details
For Content Queries: Ms. Siobhan Murphy
siobhan.murphy@ucc.ie
+ 353 (0)21 490 1492
http://www.ucc.ie/en/nursingmidwifery/
cpdgraduatestudies@ucc.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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