Ireland

Nursing - Emergency Nursing - Letterkenny

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Level: Level 8
Award: Special Purpose Certificate (Level 8 NFQ)
Classification: Special Purpose
Awarding body: Atlantic Technological University
Duration: 26 weeks, part-time, blended. Study Hours There are 3 study days per module, with 2 modules per semester. On-Campus Attendance There are 2 mandatory practical days which take place on the Letterkenny Campus. Note: Check programme Examination and Assessment requirements, as they may involve examinations to be taken on campus.

Programme summary

Emergency department nursing is a specialty where nurses need to be competent in caring for patients that present suddenly and acutely unwell. There is a need to develop additional clinical expertise among emergency nurses. This course aims to provide essential education and clinical skills required by nurses in line with best evidence based practice.

Entry requirements

Registered general nurses-NMBI Currently employed in a HSE or HSE funded Emergency Department for the duration of the programme. Also open to non-HSE staff working in an Emergency Department.

Who to apply to

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