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Nursing: Advanced Practice with Prescribing (Masters)
Course Overview
This programme has been developed to meet the educational requirements of nurses and midwives who seek to become Advanced Practitioners. It provides not only the theoretical requirements but supports the clinical development, particularly in relation to the physical assessment and pharmacology of the specialist area of advanced practice.
Outcomes of the programme include the development of the competencies of advanced practice and the Master’s qualification, as required by An Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann. The programme also leads to registration as a nurse prescriber. The programme is part-time over two years and is delivered in a blended format.
Applications and Selections
Applications are made online via The Postgraduate Applications Centre (PAC). Relevant PAC application code(s) above.
Who Teaches this Course
Dr Mary O'Hara, M.Sc., RGN, RM, RNT,PhD
Professor Kathleen Murphy, RN, RNT, Dip Nursing, Dip Nursing Education, M.Sc, B.A, PhD
Professor Declan Devane, M.Sc., Pg Dip (Stats), B.Sc., Dip. HE, RGN, RM, RNT
Siobhán Smyth, RMN,Dip.CPN; RNT; PG.Dip CHSE; BNS (Hons); MSc
Lorraine Mee, M.Sc., B.Sc., R.G.N., R.M. , R.C.N.T., R.N.T
Bernard McCarthy, Dip.Nurse Mgt. (RCSI), Cert.Adult. Ed. (City & Guilds), B.Sc. (South Bank), C.Q.A.M. (GMIT), M.Sc. (Dub.)
Dr Catherine Houghton, RGN, RSCN, RN, HDip, MHSc, PhD.
Requirements and Assessment
Modules are assessed using a combination of coursework, objective-structured clinical examination, and clinical assessment.
Key Facts
Entry Requirements
All applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
1. Have attained at least an upper Second Class Honours degree in Nursing/Midwifery or Nursing/Midwifery Studies at H2.1 or at H2.2, with appropriate experience, or a Higher Diploma or Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing/ Midwifery Studies, with appropriate experience or meet the required standard in the MHSc Nursing qualifying exam;
2. Be a registered nurse or midwife on the General, Mental Health, Midwifery or Learning Disability Nurse divisions of the active register maintained by An Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann;
3. Have practised as a nurse/midwife for five years post- registration, three of which include experience in the chosen area of expertise (exclusive of post-registration/educational programmes);
4. Have the support of the Director of nursing in the place of employment, and written agreement for clinical supervision. from an appropriate clinical supervisor.
1. Have attained at least an upper Second Class Honours degree in Nursing/Midwifery or Nursing/Midwifery Studies at H2.1 or at H2.2, with appropriate experience, or a Higher Diploma or Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing/ Midwifery Studies, with appropriate experience or meet the required standard in the MHSc Nursing qualifying exam;
2. Be a registered nurse or midwife on the General, Mental Health, Midwifery or Learning Disability Nurse divisions of the active register maintained by An Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann;
3. Have practised as a nurse/midwife for five years post- registration, three of which include experience in the chosen area of expertise (exclusive of post-registration/educational programmes);
4. Have the support of the Director of nursing in the place of employment, and written agreement for clinical supervision. from an appropriate clinical supervisor.
Additional Requirements
Duration
2 years, part-time
Next start date
September 2018
A Level Grades ()
Average intake
10
Closing Date
Next start date
September 2018
NFQ level
Mode of study
Blended learning
ECTS weighting
90
Award
CAO
PAC code
GYM07 (Masters)
Course Outline
Theoretical and philosophical underpinnings of nursing practice; research methodology and evidence-based practice, practice development, and conduct of research form the framework for reflection on practice and exploration of aspects of practice. Specialist practice modules address the context of advanced practice and physical assessment skills. Substantive hours of clinical practice at an advanced practice level, and supervised by appropriate healthcare professionals over the two years, are integral to the programme.Why Choose This Course?
Career Opportunities
Graduates have found employment in the health services, and can pursue accreditation with An Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann to register as an Advanced Nurse or Midwife Practitioner.
Who’s Suited to This Course
Learning Outcomes
Work Placement
Study Abroad
Related Student Organisations
Course Fees
Fees: EU
€4,500 p.a. 2017/18
Fees: Tuition
€4,276 p.a. 2017/18
Fees: Student levy
€224 p.a. 2017/18
Fees: Non EU
€
Find out More
Dr Maura Dowling
T: + 353 91 493 833
E: maura.dowling@nuigalway.ie
T: + 353 91 493 833
E: maura.dowling@nuigalway.ie
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