Course Summary
This innovative programme integrates theory, skills practice and practice placements. It aims to prepare competent graduates who are confident in their ability to deliver person centred, safe, compassionate, evidence-based, effective and high-quality care across diverse healthcare settings.
Note for QQI Applications: Applicants must present the FULL major award, taken in a single sitting, of any one of the following QQI-FET Level 5 major awards with a minimum credit value of 120 and distinctions (80% or better) in a minimum of five modules:
- Nursing Studies (5M4349) Level 5
- Healthcare Support (5M4339) Level 5
- Community and Health Services (5M4468) Level 5
Distinctions in the following modules must be included:
Anatomy and Physiology (5N0749/ D20001)
Nursing Theory and Practice (5N4325) or Introduction to Nursing (D20012)
Human Growth and Development (5N1279/D20032) or Biology (5N2746/C20006)
Meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee an offer of a place.
How to Apply
Applications for the course can be made through CAO Available Places.
The Available Places application facility will be open for applications at Central Applications Office on 28th August 2025, the day after Round 1 offers have issued from CAO.
The course is available to qualified applicants presenting with Leaving Certificate or equivalent, Mature applicants who have completed the NMBI assessment test, and applicants from Further Education presenting with a Level 5 QQI award in specific courses.
Closing Date : 03 September 2025
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Language Options
* Time abroad utilising this language
Disclaimer: Details subject to change - always check with the college.
Note: It may also be possible to do an Erasmus+ Programme allowing you to study abroad for a
period of at least 2 months to 12 months. This study can be through English or through your
language of choice � please check with your course coordinator to see if this is possible
for this course.
Entry Requirements
Disclaimer: Details subject to change - If this is a course you are considering applying for you should check on the Colleges' website to ensure you have the latest entry requirements information.
If you believe the data above to be incorrect, please let us know at [email protected] - thank you.
PLC Progression Links
PLC courses leading to the following QQI Major Awards may be used for entry into this course.
Search for PLC Courses offering these awards (Click on the Codes)
| PLC Codes | Award Title |
| 5M4339 | Healthcare Support |
| 5M4349 | Nursing Studies |
| 5M4468 | Community Health Services |
This Information is Correct for 2025 Entry
Points Calculator for QQI Awards:
Details of the QQI scoring system and a points calculator can be found
HERE
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
Successful completion of the degree programme leads to eligibility to register as a general nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. Registered General Nurses have wide-ranging employment opportunities in Ireland, across the EU and beyond.
Further Research
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