To be eligible for the programme you must:
• Be registered as a nurse or midwife on the Active Register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
• Currently be employed as a nurse or midwife.
• Have a minimum of three years post-registration clinical experience (within the past five years) with at least one year in the area in which prescribing is proposed.
• Have competencies recognised at Level 8 of the NQAI Framework.
• Demonstrate continuous professional development and the ability to study at Level 8.
• Have the support of your employer to undertake programme.
• Have the nomination and confirmation of a designated medical practitioner mentor.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL)
Learning occurs in many contexts, including work, involvement in social and community activities, and learning through life experience generally. Recognition of prior learning (RPL) does not give credit for experience as such, rather it considers learning that was acquired as a result of the experience.

RPL may be used to gain admission to programmes where an applicant may not have obtained the standard entry requirements. This is considered on a case-by-case basis. Exemptions from programme modules that duplicate learning already demonstrably acquired through prior learning may also be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For more information, please contact the School of Nursing and Midwifery:
Tel: +353 1 402 2445
Email: [email protected]

English language requirement exceptions
English language requirements are published at: https://www.rcsi.com/dublin/postgraduate/policies-and-guidelines/english-language-requirements

If you have completed undergraduate/postgraduate full-time studies in the medium of the English language (three or more years cumulatively), or if you are registered with the NMBI, you are exempt from these requirements.

How to apply
Applications for the 2024 intake of the programme are now open.

To apply, complete the following steps:
1. Submit an online application.

2. Complete and return the Site Declaration Form (see website).

3. Complete and return the Audit of Compliance (see website).

Please note:
- Failure to complete all three steps will result in an incomplete application form and you will not be considered for entry to the programme.

- During your application you will be asked to upload your transcripts.

Applications will close on Friday. 30th June 2023, or sooner if places are filled, so we advise you to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Next start date: January 2027.

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.