Nursing - Dementia Care

Course code: —
QQI level: Level 9
NFQ type: Level 9 NFQ
Duration: 2 years full-time*, blended. *This masters programme has been developed for working practitioners and is delivered on a part-time timetable.
Attendance: Blended
CAO points: —

Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)

Limerick

NFQ Level 9

Course summary

This programme is designed for registered Nurses to respond to the need for increased awareness, understanding and enhancement of services to foster an enriched model of living for persons with dementia. Students are required to be working in a practice setting with persons with dementia for the duration of the programme. Successful completion of year 1 (Graduate Diploma) will provide students with the academic qualifications necessary to be considered for Clinical Nurse Specialist posts. Successful completion of year 2 (MSc) will provide students with the academic qualifications to be considered for Advanced Nursing Practice posts.