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Course Details
Course Code(s):
NS6062
Available:
Part-Time
Intake:
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):
Read instructions on how to apply
for more information or to be notified when applications are open.
Brief Description
Supporting people with dementia takes more than clinical knowledge; it takes empathy, creativity and the ability to respond to individual needs and aspirations.
This 12-week, Level 9 micro-credential is designed for registered nurses who want to use proven, therapeutic interventions to ensure optimal quality of life for people living with dementia.
As dementia progresses, all aspects of the person’s daily life are impacted. In this module, you will explore how to identify and respond to the person’s needs and aspirations using best evidence-based approaches to care. This module helps you to build the skills to support the person holistically.
At the end of this module, students will be able to: Critically discuss the holistic needs of the person with dementia. Critically analyse relevant theories, innovations and best practices relating to dementia. Students develop specialist skills to support people living with dementia and their families to understand the disease progression and associated care pathways. Students will be introduced to a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, strategies and interventions, such as reality orientation, validation, and reminiscence, which can be used to promote communication and understanding, optimal nutrition, sleep, and mobility. Students will be equipped with the skills to address behavioural and psychological aspects of dementia when supporting people with dementia in reducing distress. Students will be enabled to recognise the value of family and environment in the care of people with dementia and demonstrate an appreciation of the importance of supporting individuals with dementia in end of life. hether you work in hospital, residential, day care or home care, you’ll learn how to provide safe, thoughtful and person-centred care across all stages of dementia, including at the end of life.
This module is associated with Nursing (Dementia Care) - MSc and Nursing - 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 support physical, emotional and behavioural needs through evidence-based nursing interventions
Explore therapeutic approaches such as reminiscence, validation and reality orientation
Understand the value of family, environment and meaningful activity in dementia care
Build confidence to care for people with dementia at all stages, including at the end of life
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 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 NS6062. 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:
Nursing roles in hospital, residential or community settings supporting people with dementia
Specialist or advanced practice roles in dementia care or older adult services
Care coordination or leadership roles focused on improving dementia care pathways
Progression to further study in dementia care, gerontology or nursing leadership
Graduate and Professional Studies
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