Pre-Nursing Studies - Dundrum College of Further Education

CERTIFICATION

QQI Level 5 Nursing Studies – Code 5M4349 / Manual & Patient Handling Course/ First Aid Responder

DURATION

1 year Full-time

Overview

Are you passionate about helping people and want to make a difference in their lives? Our Nursing Studies programme aims to develop your knowledge and understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a professional nurse, equipping you with the core competencies and key skills to progress to related areas in higher education or seek employment in the healthcare sector.

Nursing is an exciting and rewarding career that offers a variety of job opportunities in hospitals, nursing homes, community care centers, and other healthcare facilities. With a nursing degree, you can specialize in various areas such as pediatric nursing, mental health nursing, or adult nursing.

Our Nursing Studies programme provides an excellent foundation for those who wish to pursue a career in nursing, as it includes core modules in nursing theory and practical skills, such as infection prevention and control, and care support. You will also gain supervised clinical work experience in hospitals and other healthcare facilities, allowing you to put your skills into practice and develop your confidence in a real-world setting.

In addition to employment opportunities, our programme has strong progression to higher education institutions and universities. You can use your QQI Level 5 ]major award to apply through the CAO for a place in the first year of a nursing degree programme. Mature student entry is also available.

Join our Nursing Studies programme and take the first step towards an exciting and fulfilling career in healthcare.

Entry Requirements

Leaving Cert or its equivalent is advised. Mature students are welcome to apply. Work/life experience will be considered in lieu of formal education.

What Our Students Say

“In 2021–2022, I attended Dundrum College of Further Education to study nursing. I had a wonderful time studying in Dundrum, and my nursing courses have given me a great understanding of the various nursing specialties. The teachers in Dundrum are all excellent people who encourage their students to reach their full potential. I am now studying mental health nursing at Dublin City University as a result of my commitment and effort in Dundrum. I have just finished my first year of study and am getting ready for my exams and I can’t wait to start my second year.” Funke Ajayi, DCFE Nursing student 2021/22

Programme of Study

Elective Modules

Nursing Theory & Practice
Anatomy & Physiology
Human Growth & Development
Care Skills

Core Modules

Communications
Work Experience (120 hours may be required)
Infection Prevention and Control
Care Support

Modules offered may be subject to change due to resource demands.

Work Experience

Supervised clinical work experience in hospitals and other healthcare facilities is incorporated into this course. Students are required to undertake Garda Vetting prior to work placement commencing.

Employment Progression Opportunities

After completing the programme, employers actively seek our graduates for employment in the public, private sectors, nursing homes, hospitals, agencies, and community care. Our programme also has strong progression into higher education institutions, universities, and technological universities.

Higher Education Progression

The Higher Education Links Scheme (HELMS) gives students the opportunity to use their QQI Level 5 or 6 major award to apply through the CAO for a place in the first year of a higher education programme. Mature student entry is also available.

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