Course Summary
Educating future leaders in healthcare delivery and related research is at the core of the mission of the RCSI School of Nursing & Midwifery. The School aims to develop caring, reflective nursing and midwifery practitioners who can seek out and use research-based knowledge to improve patient care.
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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.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for the programme you must:
• Be an active RGN with the NMBI.
• Hold a NFQ level 8 qualification such as a BSc or equivalent.
• Be currently working in the speciality area.
Please note:
*If you do not hold a level 8 qualification, you may still be eligible to join the programme through our pathway programme, please contact us for further information on this route.
Application Details
How to apply
There are two strands to this programme:
Strand A (modules delivered in partnership with Beaumont Hospital)
Strand B (all modules delivered in RCSI)
Applications for Strand B are now open. Applications for Strand A will open in due course.
Please submit an online application by clicking on "Application Weblink" below.
During the application progress you will need to submit the following:
- A non-refundable application fee of €50
- Scanned copies of your transcripts
The closing date for applications is Friday, 30th June 2023.
Fees
There are two strands to this programme:
Strand A (modules delivered in partnership with Beaumont Hospital)
Strand B (all modules delivered in RCSI)
Applications for Strand B are now open. Applications for Strand A will open in due course.
Please submit an online application by clicking on "Application Weblink" below.
During the application progress you will need to submit the following:
- A non-refundable application fee of €50
- Scanned copies of your transcripts
The closing date for applications is Friday, 30th June 2023.
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.