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Course Details
Course Code(s):
NS6081
Available:
Part-Time
Intake:
Course Start Date:
Autumn 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):
for more information or to be notified when applications are open.
Brief Description
Caring for people with life-limiting illnesses requires a sensitive, skilled and person-centred approach. This 12-week, Level 9 micro-credential is designed for registered nurses or midwives who want to develop their knowledge and confidence in delivering high-quality palliative care.
³Û´Ç³Ü’l±ô explore the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of people receiving palliative care. ³Û´Ç³Ü’l±ô learn how to provide holistic support, promote comfort and dignity, and respond to patients and families at all stages of illness and bereavement.
This micro-credential will help you strengthen your clinical and communication skills so you can provide thoughtful, effective care across a range of settings.
This module is associated with Nursing (Palliative Care) - MSc. It can be taken as a standalone University Certificate of Study (UCOS) module or as part of a pathway to a larger award.
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During this module, you will:
Learn how to care for people with life-limiting illness, based on national and international best practices
Understand how physical, emotional and spiritual needs are linked during illness, loss and end-of-life care
Support patients and families through illness using clear, compassionate communication
Build confidence in working with others to plan and deliver care that meets each person’s needs
Key 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     
Evening or recorded lectures     
Additional prep and group work time    
Timetable provided after registration 
To help you to be successful on this course:
You must 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 NS6081. 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 - €826
Non-EU - €1,551
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:
Nursing roles in palliative, hospice or community care settings
Hospital and long-term care roles supporting people with life-limiting illness
Advanced or specialist nursing practice with a focus on end-of-life care
Progression to further study in palliative care, clinical practice or healthcare leadership
Graduate and Professional Studies
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