Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
4 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Foundation
Major
Child Care (Non-Medical) | Non-Medical Care of Disabled Children | Youth Services
Area of study
Welfare
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
The ProfCert Complex Care for Children program provides healthcare professionals with specialized knowledge and skills in caring for children with complex or life-limiting conditions. It emphasizes child and family-centered care, transitions to home, and the impact of medical interventions on well-being. This part-time, one-trimester program enhances career prospects in areas such as palliative care, children's care, and disability care.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Program Name: ProfCert Complex Care for Children
- Program Level: Graduate Taught (level 9 NQF, credits 10)
- Program Description: This program is designed for Registered Nurses and other Health Care professionals working with children and adolescents with complex or life-limiting conditions. It aims to provide students with the necessary in-depth evidence-based knowledge, skills, and competencies to provide quality care to highly dependent clients as they live with life-limiting illness and face end-of-life.
- Program Objectives:
- Critically evaluate the key constituents of a successful transition to home for the child with complex care needs and their families.
- Critically discuss the impact of medical interventions and technology on the psychosocial well-being of children and their families.
- Critically evaluate standards of care and outcome measurements for children with complex care needs.
- Demonstrate the principles of child and family-centered care in practice, engaging with the wider multidisciplinary team.
Outline:
- Program Duration: One trimester (January to May)
- Program Structure: Part-time
- Modules:
- NMHS43470 - Spec Unders Complex Care Child (10 ECT)
Assessment:
- Assessment Methods:
- E-tivity
- Assignment
- Online Discussion Board participation
Teaching:
- Teaching Methods:
- Online learning platform
- Online Discussion Board
Careers:
- Career Paths: The program is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of professionals working with children with complex care needs, potentially leading to advancement in their current roles or opportunities in specialized areas like palliative care, children's care, children's palliative care, neonatal care, disability care, or oncology.
Other:
- Program Delivery: Face-to-Face
- Next Intake: 2023/2024 January
- Contact Name: Maria Brenner
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About University
University College Dublin
Overview:
University College Dublin (UCD) is a leading research-intensive university located in Dublin, Ireland. It is known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement. UCD offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.
Student Life and Campus Experience:
UCD provides a vibrant and diverse campus experience for its students. The university emphasizes the holistic development of its students, offering a range of opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Research Excellence:
UCD is renowned for its strong research output and collaborations with industry partners.Global Partnerships:
The university boasts a vast network of partner institutions worldwide, providing students with opportunities for international study and exchange.Transformational Learning:
UCD focuses on providing a transformative learning experience that fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills.Other:
UCD is actively involved in promoting sustainability and social responsibility. The university is committed to creating a positive impact on society through its research, teaching, and engagement activities.
Total programs
595
Average ranking globally
#242
Average ranking in the country
#2
Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
- Academic Qualifications:
- EU Home Students: Hold an honours Bachelor’s degree at NFQ Level 8 in nursing or a comparable qualification. Applicants who do not hold an honours degree or Higher Diploma (Level 8) must demonstrate that they have successfully completed (in the previous two years) a module at Level 9.
- International (Non EEA) Students: Hold an honours Bachelor’s degree at NFQ Level 8 in nursing or a comparable qualification. Applicants who do not hold an honours degree or Higher Diploma (Level 8) must demonstrate that they have successfully completed (in the previous two years) a module at Level 9.
- Work Experience:
- All Applicants: Have a minimum of one year’s post-registration experience (exclusive of post-registration courses).
- Clinical Experience:
- All Applicants: Be currently working in the required specialist area, i.e., an area associated with palliative care/children’s care/children’s palliative care or allied areas (neonatal, disability, oncology) and have as a minimum six months’ clinical experience in this specialist area.
- Clinical Hours:
- All Applicants: Complete additional clinical hours in a children’s complex care setting. Placement length depends on the learning opportunities available to students in their current work setting.
- Employer Support:
- All Applicants: Provide written support from their employer that they will be able to access this client group across the programme.
Student Stories
Griffin A.
Dublin,
Studying in Dublin
Huge and always expanding. Lots of course options and the professors care a lot about what they teach. Huge amount of students and clubs so there is something for everyone.
Huge and always expanding. Lots of course options and the professors care a lot about what they teach. Huge amount of students and clubs so there is something for everyone.
Anil Kumar
Masters,
Dublin,
Studied in Dublin
Finished my Masters in Food Safety here in 2019. Quality of education is pretty good. Facilities are on point. One of the better universities in Ireland. A lot of extra curricular activities organised all round the year. No racism or any other issue as per my experience. Teaching staff is quite knowledgeable. I loved my time there. 10/10
Finished my Masters in Food Safety here in 2019. Quality of education is pretty good. Facilities are on point. One of the better universities in Ireland. A lot of extra curricular activities organised all round the year. No racism or any other issue as per my experience. Teaching staff is quite knowledgeable. I loved my time there. 10/10
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