SONM ebrochure 2019.2020 Postgraduate Nursing and Midwifery

Catherine McAuley School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC | Postgraduate Programmes

Postgraduate Diploma/Masters

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GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING (online)

This programme is mainly online

POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE

About the Programme This programme philosophy values the concept of positive ageing and the unique individual characteristics of the older person. This exciting programme will provide you with the opportunities to develop knowledge, clinical skills and professional networks to provide contemporary models of age attuned care across diverse settings. The range of topics covered include: Frailty • Dementia • Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment • Safe-guarding and mental capacity • Physical Health assessment • Palliative care at end-of- life (symptom Management), Advanced care planning • Quality Improvement in older adult care. Course Delivery The structure of the programme delivery is blended which incorporates a mixture of online and some face-to-face classroom sessions (10 days). This provides greater flexibility and allows students to work at their own pace. Entry Requirements This programme is opened to Registered General Nurses, Registered Intellectual Disability Nurses and Registered Mental Health Nurses with a minimum of 6 months post registration experience (excluding courses) and at least 6 months experience working with older people. Applicants need to hold active registration on the professional register maintained by the Irish Nursing & Midwifery Board.

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS

HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY

Course duration: The course runs from September to May. A 2-day orientation will take place the week prior to the starting date and attendance is compulsory.

MASTERS IN NURSING

DOCTORATE IN NURSING

How to apply: Application is online at www.pac.ie/ucc

BSc (BACHELORS DEGREE) NURSING STUDIES

Interested applicants are advised to apply early to ensure being offered a place on the programme.

CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES

Cost: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/fees/

PROGRAMMES FOR NON-EU STUDENTS

Full programme information: www.ucc.ie/en/ckw06/

Further information contact: Patricia Fehin Email: P.Fehin@ucc.ie

A reliable broadband connection is required.

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