Certificate in Nursing Studies

 

FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Nursing Studies (DCHSN)

Course Tutor:  Olive Keyes

This is a one-year, full-time course that provides students with an introduction nursing and health-related fields.

Component Awards:

  • Anatomy and Physiology (D20001)
  • Introduction to Nursing (D20012)
  • Safety and Health at Work (D20165)
  • Communications (G20001)
  • Work Experience (W20008)
  • Human Growth and Development (D20032)
  • Care Provision and Practice (D20003)
  • Nutrition (C20140)
  • Biology (C20006)
  • Occupational First Aid (D20188)

Minimum Entry Requirements:

  • Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent.
  • Successful completion of an interview.
  • Mature applicants are welcome.
  • Garda clearance will be required.
  • Relevant work experience desirable.

Progression:

  • Graduates may be eligible for reserved places on nursing degree programmes and nursing programmes in the UK.
  • A range of programmes in higher level institutions.
  • Care assistant positions in hospitals, nursing homes and various community care settings.
  • Paramedical courses.

Costs:

Approximately €250 to cover the costs of textbooks and examination fees.