BSc (Hons) in Intellectual Disability Nursing

Cavan Institute

Course code
5M4349 NI
QQI level
Level 7
NFQ type
Duration
1 Year
Attendance
CAO points
NFQ Level 7

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Course summary

Anatomy & Physiology

Nursing Theory & Practice

Human Growth & Development

Care Provision and Practice

Work Experience

Communications

Understanding Mental Health

Infection Prevention and Control

Research and Study Skills

Mathematics

In addition to elements such as First Aid Response, Patient Moving and Handling, and HSeLanD courses, the program includes a clinical placement in an Intellectual Disability setting, ranging from a minimum of 72 hours to a maximum of 150 hours.