Certificate in Nursing with Midwifery
Course Description:
The Nursing Studies with Midwifery Option is a one- year course for students wishing to train as Nurses both here in Ireland and in the UK. Learners who achieve specific grades during this course can apply for entry to higher education courses in Nursing and other disciplines through the QQI entry system. This qualification is also
recognised for entry to nursing degrees in many UK universities. The programme provides a solid foundation in Nursing theory and practice and allows students
to accurately assess their suitability for a career in nursing. Applications are also invited from mature students wishing to pursue a career in nursing.
Course Details:
- Full Time
- 1 Year, September to May
- QQI Level 5 Certificate in Nursing with Midwifery (5M4349)
- Contact: Mairead Doheny,email madoheny@loetb.ie
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Care Skills
• Human Growth and Development
• Nursing Theory & Practice
• Maternity Care Support
• Safety and Health at Work
• Communications
• Infection Prevention and Control
• Work Experience
• First Aid Response.
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)
St Patrick’s College, Carlow:
• PC404 Applied Social Studies, Professional Social Care (Level 7)
Munster Technological University (MTU)
• MT777 Pharmaceutical Science (Level 7)
UCAS: Applications can also be made for Nursing degree courses in the UK, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
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
Commencing September 2025
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