Leading and Managing Practice - Module NS6035

Course Details

Course Code(s):

NS6035

Available:

Part-Time

Intake:

Autumn/Fall

Course Start Date:

8 September 2026

Duration:

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

Read instructions on how to apply

for more information or to be notified when applications are open.

Brief Description

This 12-week, Level 9 Micro-credential is for nurses, midwives and healthcare professionals who want to develop their leadership skills.

You’ll explore what leadership means in complex healthcare settings, and how to lead and manage practice in ways that support patients, teams and service development.

You’ll learn how to support collaboration, ethical decision-making and positive change. You’ll also cover interdisciplinary working, practice development, power dynamics and the challenges of sustaining compassionate, safe care under pressure.

The module helps you reflect on your own leadership identity and grow as a reflective, values-led professional who can influence and improve practice.

This module is associated with

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:

Understand what it means to lead and manage in person-centred healthcare environments
Explore how to support change, collaboration and decision-making in interdisciplinary teams
Reflect on power, ethics and the dynamics that influence practice development
Build skills to grow as a reflective leader who can support and sustain innovation in care

General Information

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

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

Part-time considerations:  

Designed for working professionals
Blended delivery with online and in-person lectures
Additional preparation and group work time
Timetable provided after registration

To help you to be successful on this course:

You must be from a Healthcare background.

Guidelines for your applications:

When applying, be sure to include the Module Code NS6035. 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

Find further information on funding and scholarships.

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

Leadership roles in hospital, community or integrated healthcare teams
Service development or practice improvement roles in nursing and allied health
Positions requiring skills in healthcare change management, team coordination or reflective leadership
Progression to further study in leadership, nursing, or advanced practice

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