Course Aim
This is a one year course designed for students wishing to pursue a career in all branches of Nursing. Successful graduates can progress to a Nursing degree both in Ireland and the UK. The course provides a solid foundation in Nursing theory and practice which also allows learners to progress into employment in the health and community care sector.
Course Modules
- Nursing Theory and Practice
- Care Provision and Practice
- Care Support
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Human Growth and Development
- Communications
- Work Experience
- Safety and Health at Work
- First Aid
- Care of the Older Person
Additional Certification
- Patient Handling
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
Certification
5M4349 QQI Level 5 Nursing Studies
Entry Requirements
All our Level 5 PLC courses are open to school leavers (Leaving Cert/ Leaving Cert Applied Students/A Levels/GCSE or equivalent), QQI Level 4 graduates and mature applicants. A QQI Level 5 award is a prerequisite to access a Level 6 programme.
Progression To Degrees
UCD/TCD/DCU/DkIT/AIT | General Nursing | Level 8
UCD/TCD/DCU/DkIT | Midwifery | Level 8
UCD/TCD/DCU/DkIT | Psychiatric Nursing | Level 8
DkIT | Mental Health Nursing/Intellectual Disability Nursing | Level 8
DCU | Children’s and General Nursing (Integrated) | Level 8
UCAS | Various Nursing Degrees throughout the UK | Level 8
Career Opportunities
Graduates progress to employment in various areas including:
Healthcare Support l Community Care l Elderly Care l Community Care l Social Care l Disability Services l Assistants in Day Care Services
2021-22 Course Fees
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€50 |
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€150 |
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€200 |
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€50 |
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€150 |
Note - Some courses may require the learner to purchase relevant industry-specific material for their own use which may not be included in the list of course fees.
€30 of Enrolment Fees are Non-Refundable. All fees subject to change.
Fee Exemptions
The following categories of participant are exempt from paying the PLC Government Levy:
- Medical Card/SUSI Grant/Back to Education Allowance Holders may be exempted from PLC Government Levy. Documentary Evidence must be presented immediately to avail of such exemptions.
- Medical Card/Back to Education Allowance Holders may be exempted from QQI Exam Fees. Documentary Evidence must be presented immediately to avail of such exemptions.
Fee Payments
All fees must be paid online with a Credit/Debit card in advance of course commencement on 13th September 2021. Fees are subject to change. Please note that no refunds will be made by OFI after 1st October 2021. All requests for refunds must be made by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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