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Course Details
Course Code(s):
NS6034
Available:
Part-Time
Intake:
Course Start Date:
Autumn
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
Healthcare is changing, with more care moving into the community to reduce pressure on hospitals and improve access to services. This 12-week, Level 9 micro-credential supports registered nurses, midwives and allied healthcare professionals to understand the evolving role of primary and community care.
³Û´Ç³Ü’l±ô explore how integrated, person-centred services can meet the needs of individuals, families and communities while also reducing hospital admissions.
³Û´Ç³Ü’l±ô learn about different models of primary healthcare, explore both global and national approaches, and examine how social factors affect people’s health. ³Û´Ç³Ü’l±ô also look at practical ways to improve equity and wellbeing in the communities you work with.
Whether you're already working in the community or preparing to move into a new role, this micro-credential will help you build the skills and confidence to support people where they live.
This module is associated with Nursing - MSc, Nursing Studies - MSc, and Advanced Healthcare Practice - 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:
Understand how primary and community care supports health and wellbeing across individuals, families and populations
Explore key models and approaches to care across national and global contexts
Examine the social, economic and environmental factors that shape community health
Build practical knowledge to support equity, access and coordinated care in changing healthcare systems
Key Information
This micro-credential will be delivered in a blended format over 12 weeks.
You will be assessed using continuous assessment and in-person presentation 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 Healthcare professional
Guidelines for your applications:
When applying, be sure to include the Module Code NS6034. 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 apply new knowledge to the following sectors and careers:
Nursing, midwifery and allied healthcare professional roles in primary, community and public health care
Specialist or advanced practice roles supporting integrated, person-centred care
Service coordination or leadership positions in multidisciplinary community teams
Progression to further study in nursing, community health or healthcare practice
Graduate and Professional Studies
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