Nursing Studies – Maternity and Children

QQI Level 5

Course Code

Major Award Code

5M4349

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About This Course

The Nursing Studies - Maternity and Children course aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the academic requirements, personal qualities, and characteristics essential for a successful career in midwifery and children's nursing. This course focuses on preparing students for progression to Midwifery and Children's Nursing Degree Programmes.

It provides the skills needed to work under supervision in various healthcare settings. Combining diverse modules, the course offers an overview of key topics in midwifery and children's nursing, along with a work placement that students arrange in a healthcare setting of their choice.

Students gain unique insights into careers in midwifery, children's nursing, and other caring professions. Additionally, the course prepares students for academic studies, interviews, and career progression.

Modules

Course Content

Nursing Theory and Practice
Care Provision and Practice
Anatomy and Physiology
Communications
Work Experience
Human Growth and Development
Infection Prevention and Control
Maternity Care Support
Research and Study Skills
Mathematics

Progression

Many progression options in Ireland and the UK (N. Ireland, England, Scotland & Wales)

Midwifery
Children's Nursing
Children's & General Nursing
General (Adult) Nursing
Mental Health Nursing
Intellectual Disability Nursing

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements.

Course Fees

At Cavan Institute, we believe that quality education should be within everyone’s reach. That’s why our courses continue to be offered at a simple, affordable fee of just €200.

To support student access to facilities and a wide range of campus services, an additional €50 student services charge applies, bringing the total amount payable by students to €250. This contribution helps ensure students can benefit from essential supports and resources throughout their time at the Institute.
Overall, we’re proud to offer a diverse range of courses at a price that remains significantly lower than that of many other colleges.

Do you have a Medical Card?

A valid medical card will exempt you from the €50 QQI exam fee, where applicable, reducing the total amount payable to €200.

Maggie

BSc (Hons) in Intellectual Disability Nursing

"I've just finished the first year of my degree in Intellectual Disability Nursing here in Cavan Institute. I'm looking forward to starting my second year at DKIT."