To be eligible for the programme you must:

1. Have a minimum of an MSc in nursing or equivalent.

2. Hold active registration on a division of the professional register maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.

3. Have three years’ recent post-registration clinical experience in nursing/midwifery (within the past five years) with the equivalent of one-year full-time experience in the specific area of practice.

4. Have evidence of support from your employer and a completed Site Declaration Form, signed by the Director of Nursing/Public Health/authorised nurse manager. This must contain confirmation of a designated medical practitioner mentor and/or RANP mentor.

How to apply
Applications for the programme are now open.

Please submit an online application by clicking on "Application Weblink" below.

During the application progress you will need to submit the following:
- A non-refundable application fee of €50
- Scanned copies of your transcripts

The closing date for applications is Friday, 30th June 2023.

Next start date September 2025

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.