Certificate in Nursing Studies Level 5 (Course Code: DCHSN)
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Aims
The Certificate in Nursing Studies is a one year full-time programme designed to equip students with the basic skills and knowledge to progress to further studies or employment in the nursing field.
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Entry Requirements
Candidates most likely to benefit from the course will have a keen interest in Nursing. This course is open to Mature students.
Progression
Successful completion of the course will allow the student progression to General (RGN), Psychiatric (RPN), Intellectual Disability (RND), Children's Nursing (RGN) and Midwifery (RM) courses both in Ireland and the UK
Course content
Course Content -10 Modules, the following of which are compulsory
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Introducing to Nursing
• Safety and Health at Work
• Communications
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Work Placement
Course Content - Extras
• Occupational First Aid• Team Building
• Manual Handling
• Challenging Behaviour
• Field Trips
• Various Guest Speakers
• Interactive Workshops with Qualified SRN Nurse
Certification
On successful completion of the one year course, candidates who reach the required standard will receive FETAC National Certificate in Nursing Studies (DCHSN)