Overview
NFQ Level 9, Minor Award
Exit Award only
Students on the MSc (Advanced Practice) (Nursing/Midwifery) programme who successfully complete modules to the value of 40 credits (including NU6161, NU6162 and NU6163) may choose to exit the programme and be awarded a Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Practice Nursing/Midwifery (NFQ Level 9, Minor Award).
Programme Requirements
For information about modules, module choice, options and credit weightings, please go to Programme Requirements.
Programme Requirements
Module List
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| |
| NU6161 | Advanced Practice Clinical Practicum | 20 |
| NU6162 | Decision Making and Advanced Practice Professional Roles | 10 |
| NU6163 | Leadership, Quality Improvement and Governance for Advanced Practice | 10 |
| Total Credits | 40 |
Examinations
Full details and regulations governing Examinations for each programme will be contained in the Marks and Standards Book and for each module in the Book of Modules.
Programme Learning Outcomes
Programme Learning Outcomes for Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Practice Nursing/Midwifery (NFQ Level 9, Minor Award)
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate the application of ethically sound solutions to complex issues related to individuals and populations.
- Utilise advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities in clinical decision-making.
- Negotiate and advocate with other healthcare professionals to ensure that the rights and wishes of the person are respected.
- Manage and assess risk and promote a safe environment and quality patient/client care.
- Lead in multidisciplinary team planning for transitions across the continuum of care.
- Practice as a learned member of the multidisciplinary team in the delivery of quality healthcare for individuals and families across a variety of contexts and practice.
- Demonstrate creative and critical thinking abilities and reasoning skills in using theoretical, empirical, and scientific knowledge in assessment, diagnosis, and practice.
