Course Code SPN
NFQ Level 5
Duration 1 Year
QQI Code 5M4349
Award QQI Level 5 Certificate in Nursing Studies
The aim of this course is to enable you to apply to colleges of nursing in Ireland or the UK, or to gain certification to work as a healthcare assistant in diverse care settings.
Nursing theory and practice is a core module and is taught by a clinical nurse practitioner. To prepare you for further study in nursing training, or for future employment, there is a strong emphasis on developing your practical skills and personal qualities throughout the course. Guest lectures from past students provide an insight into progression and networking opportunities.
Work experience makes up a core element of the course, where you attend different care settings to gain experience in all aspects of nursing. Practical training is carried out in the college using specialist equipment, such as hospital beds, manual and ceiling hoists, wheelchairs and sliding hoists.
You will gain your skills working within BCFE’s dedicated Nursing room, which contains industry standard equipment, and which is modelled on a hospital room in St James Hospital.