Ireland

Nursing - Mental Health Nursing - Advanced Entry - Kerry

Course code: MT927
Level: Level 8
Award: Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ)
Classification: Major
Awarding body: Munster Technological University
Duration: An Advanced Entry application can be used by an applicant to apply for entry to year 2, 3 or 4 of a relevant course. NOTE: Vetting by an Garda Síochána is a mandatory requirement for this programme.

Programme summary

The aim of mental health nursing is to promote mental health and wellness, to plan with, support and provide nursing care to people who suffer from mental illness and mental distress, and to support families and communities in dealing with mental health challenges. This care can be provided in acute care facilities such as hospitals, in peoples own homes and community care settings. Supporting on-going mental health recovery is an important role of being a mental health nurse.

Entry requirements

To make an Advanced Entry Application you must be currently completing, or have successfully completed, a minimum of one year of study at Level 6, 7 or 8 in a Higher Education Institution (HEI) or an equivalent.

Who to apply to

CAO