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Health Promotion (Postgraduate Certificate) Cardiovascular Health
Course Overview
The programme aims to provide candidates with professional education and training in the principles and practice of health promotion as applied to the promotion of cardiovascular health and diabetes prevention.
Applications and Selections
Apply Online
Online Applications will reopen in April 2020
Early application is advised as offers will be made on a rolling basis.
A limited number of applications may be accepted after the official application closing date, subject to the availability of places.Please ensure that you list the full course name on the heading of your personal statement.
Who Teaches this Course
Requirements and Assessment
Modules are assessed through a combination of written assignments and project work.
Key Facts
Entry Requirements
A primary degree at any level is required. The Programme Board evaluates each applicant’s academic record and relevant professional experience and assesses the applicant’s level of motivation and suitability as per the Personal Statement submitted as part of the online application.
Entry requirements for part-time students can be found in our FAQs section (i.e. age, english language requirements etc.).
Additional Requirements
Duration
1 year, part-time
Next start date
September
A Level Grades ()
Average intake
Variable
Closing Date
September
NFQ level
9
Mode of study
Blended learning
ECTS weighting
30
Award
CAO
Course code
Course Outline
Students will learn about health promotion theory and its application to the promotion of cardiovascular health and the prevention of diabetes. Students will develop skills in health promotion programme development and the implementation of evidence-based interventions. Communication training and facilitation skills are also developed.
Why Choose This Course?
Career Opportunities
Students with the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Promotion have an opportunity to move into a Health Promotion post connected with their work, or achieve promotion within their work. They may also extend the remit of their job to include Health Promotion. Successful graduates who wish to apply to the MA/Postgraduate Diploma in Health Promotion programme offered by NUI Galway can carry forward15 ECTS.
Who’s Suited to This Course
The programme is open to:
- Nurses
- Public health nurses
- Pharmacists
- Medical doctors
- Dietitians / Nutrition Scientists
- Physiotherapists / Exercise Specialists
- Others who work in the area of health promotion in the prevention of cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
Learning Outcomes
Work Placement
Study Abroad
Related Student Organisations
Course Fees
Fees: EU
Fees: Tuition
Fees: Student levy
Fees: Non EU
Find out More
Department of Health Promotion
NUI Galway
Tel: 091 493092
Email: denise.glavin@nuigalway.ie