Health Promotion in Healthcare Practice - Module NS6502

Course Details

Course Code(s):

NS6502

Available:

Part-Time

Intake:

Spring

Course Start Date:

Spring 2026

Duration:

One Semester (12 Weeks)

Award:

University Certificate of Study

Qualification:

NFQ Level 9 Minor Award

Faculty: Education and Health Sciences

Course Type: Professional/Flexible

Fees: For Information on Fees, see section below.

Contact(s):

Name: School of Nursing and Midwifery
Email: nm@ul.ie

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Brief Description

Helping people stay well is a vital part of healthcare, and healthcare professionals play an important role in promoting health and reducing inequalities.

This 12-week, Level 9 Micro-credential is for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals who want to build confidence in supporting health and wellbeing as part of their everyday practice.

�۴ǳ�’l�� explore the principles, models and theories that underpin health promotion, and consider how behaviour change strategies can be used across different care settings.

The module will also help you understand how programmes are developed and evaluated, and how your role can support prevention, equity and empowerment.

�۴ǳ�’l�� also reflect on the values, policies and partnerships that shape health promotion, and how to work effectively with individuals, families and communities.

This module is associated with Infection Prevention and Control Leadership - MSc. It can be taken as a standalone University Certificate of Study (UCOS) module or as part of a pathway to a larger award.

During this module, you will:

Build a clear understanding of the core principles, values and models of health promotion
Explore how behaviour change theory can inform practice across healthcare settings
Develop awareness of how health promotion programmes are planned, implemented and evaluated
Build skills to support people and populations in making positive, sustainable health choices

Key Information

This micro-credential will be delivered in a blended format over 12 weeks.

You will be assessed using continuous online assessment with no final exam.

Part-time considerations:    

Designed for working professionals  
 Evening or recorded lectures  
 Additional prep and group work time  
Timetable provided after registration

To help you to be successful on this course:

You should be a Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife on the current register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.

Guidelines for your applications:

When applying, be sure to include the Module Code NS6502. We can’t process your application without it. You can apply for more than one module using the same application.
By applying, you confirm that you meet the entry requirements and can take part in the course and its assessments.
This course will go ahead if it meets minimum enrolment number.
Completing this module doesn’t guarantee you a place in a full programme. If you want to apply for a full programme, you must meet the specific entry requirements for that programme.

EU - €800

Non EU - €1,500

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie).

Other funding

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This micro-credential can lead to the following sectors and careers:

Health promotion roles in public health, community care or clinical practice
Nursing, midwifery or allied health roles with a focus on prevention and wellbeing
Service development or education roles supporting healthier populations
Progression to further study in public health, health promotion or advanced nursing

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