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During this module, you will:  

• Develop the knowledge and skills to organise, lead, and deliver therapeutic interventions for adults with a tracheostomy 

• Explore evidence-based strategies to support safe care, including emergency management, communication, and discharge planning 

• Respond to the growing need for specialist tracheostomy care across hospital and community settings 

• Build leadership and clinical judgement skills to improve outcomes and advocate for tracheostomy patients and families 

Key Information:

Delivered in person with online resources over 12 weeks. Learning includes three in-person days, plus an additional day for an OSCE assessment. 

Continuous assessments are assigned throughout the semester. 

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: 

• Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree ( Level 8, undergraduate degree, BSc or BA) with at least a second-class honours (2:2) in Nursing and Midwifery or show evidence of recognised prior learning (RPL) as outlined in the (RPL) policy of the University and School of Nursing and Midwifery 

• You must be a registered Nurse on the current register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. 

• You must be involved in the care of people with a tracheostomy for the duration of the module 

Guidelines for your applications:  

• When applying, be sure to include the Module Code NS6202. 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:  

• Organising, leading, and delivering therapeutic interventions to support people with tracheostomies and their families.