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CAO (Higher Education - HET)

Degree - Honours Bachelor

Mental Health Nursing

University College Dublin - UCD
University College Dublin - UCD
Course Code
DN453
Zone
Level
NFQ Type
Major
Duration
4 Years
Attendence
Full Time
CAO Points 2022
419
Points Change

Course Summary

This exciting degree prepares you to meet the mental health needs of adults and their families. You will study in university and across a wide range of mental health services. Most importantly you will learn from those who are experts by experience: people living with or who have experienced mental health difficulties. You will develop the skills to engage with those suffering mental distress or illness, as well as their families, in a positive and collaborative way, empowering them to cope and recover.

Nursing (Mental Health) - DN453
Nursing (Mental Health) - DN453

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College Link

College Link > DN453 - Mental Health Nursing

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)


Career Sectors

This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.

Language Options

Language options with this course

The following language options are available to study as part of this programme:

Languages
Award Type
Includes time abroad*
Notes
Arabic
Elective

Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the UCD Horizons page.

Chinese
Elective

Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the UCD Horizons page.

French
Elective

Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the UCD Horizons page.

German
Elective

Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the UCD Horizons page.

Irish
Elective

Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the UCD Horizons page.

Irish Sign Language
Elective

Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the UCD Horizons page.

Italian
Elective

Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the UCD Horizons page.

Japanese
Elective

Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the UCD Horizons page.

Korean
Elective

Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the UCD Horizons page.

Polish
Elective

Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the UCD Horizons page.

Portuguese
Elective

Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the UCD Horizons page.

Russian
Elective

Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the UCD Horizons page.

Spanish
Elective

Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the UCD Horizons page.

Swahili
Elective

Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the UCD Horizons page.

* Time abroad utilising this language

Disclaimer: Details subject to change - always check with the college.

Entry Requirements

Disclaimer: Details subject to change - If this is a course you are considering applying for you should check on the Colleges' website to ensure you have the latest entry requirements information.

To view Mature Entry requirements, or alternative requirements, please visit Qualifax or the Colleges' website

If you believe the data above to be incorrect, please let us know at [email protected] - thank you.

QQI / FET Links

PLC courses leading to the following QQI Major Awards may be used for entry into this course.

Search for PLC Courses offering these awards
(Click on the Codes)

Note: Information for 2024 Entry
Award Code Award Title
5M4339 Healthcare Support
5M4349 Nursing Studies
5M4468 Community Health Services

Points Calculator for QQI Awards:
Details of the QQI scoring system and a points calculator can be found  HERE

The Student

Career Interests

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.

Social

The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.

Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.

Investigative

The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.

Realist

Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.

Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.

Career Progression

Successful completion of this degree course qualifies you as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse. Upon registration, you can work in acute and community settings further developing your knowledge and expertise. Future professional career opportunities extend to management, clinical specialization, research and education. In addition, you can pursue further education at postgraduate, Masters and PhD level.

Further Research

College Link > DN453 - Mental Health Nursing

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)

Qualifax
Qualifax Course Page

Qualifax is the National Learners Database. (Note: Link not always available)

DISCLAIMER: These links are to official sources of information for this course - we accept no responsibility for the information on them.

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