Intellectual Disability Nursing
Course Description:
A QQI Level 5 course in Intellectual Disability Nursing equips students with the foundational knowledge and skills needed to support individuals with intellectual
disabilities in a healthcare setting. This course focuses on providing person-centred care while fostering independence and dignity for individuals with diverse needs.
It is ideal for those pursuing a career in intellectual disability nursing or progressing to higher education in healthcare fields
Course Details:
- Full Time
- 1 Year, September to May
- QQI Level 5 Certificate Nursing Studies (5M4349)
- Contact:Patricia Creery email pcreery@loetb.ie
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Care Skills
• Understanding Mental Health
• Human Growth and Development
• Nursing Theory & Practice
• Communications
• Infection Prevention and Control
• Work Experience
• Intellectual Disability Studies
Modules subject to change.
Leaving Certificate , QQI Level 4 or equivalent standard of education. All applicants subject to interview and online assessment
This course will take place in the Abbeyleix Road Campus R32 F5T6
€50 Certification Fee. Medical Card holders or those in receipt of a social welfare payment are exempt from this fee
This course is recognised as a QQI progression route into a range of courses in higher education including, but not limited to the following. Please
note, some courses may have additional entry requirements.
Dublin City University (DCU):
• DC215 General Nursing (Level 8)
South East Technological University (SETU)
• SE513 Analytical Science (Level 7) (Carlow)
University College Dublin (UCD):
• DN452 Midwifery (Level 8)
Maynooth University
• MH107 Social Science (Level 8)
Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) Athlone:
• US877 General Nursing (Level 8)
The programme also aims to provide learners with all the skills necessary to work as healthcare assistants in hospitals, nursing homes, day-care centres, and in-home care.