This preparatory course is geared for those who intend to go on to further training for the BSc Degree in Nurse Education either in Ireland, England, Scotland, Wales or abroad.

You will be introduced to subjects/topics commonly studied in the first year of the nursing degree programme. Learn about the skills and knowledge of the nursing profession with an emphasis on respect, dignity, empathy and confidentiality.

This one year course is designed to develop a solid foundation in the theory and practice of nursing care. It is aimed at those who wish to pursue a career in the nursing profession or to progress to higher education in other related areas. It is also aimed at those who wish to pursue a career in healthcare support roles such as healthcare assistant.

This one-year full-time course combines academic and practical learning to enable you to acquire the essential knowledge, skills and competence to work in any healthcare setting as a HCA and to progress successfully to higher education to any branch of nursing.

Emphasis on work experience in clinical settings will help you decide on the direction you wish to take in your nursing career, and you will be supported by our qualified registered nursing teachers and careers counsellors.

This intensive one-year program serves as a dual-purpose gateway for students aspiring to enter the nursing profession or work as Healthcare Assistants. The curriculum is led by clinical nurse practitioners, ensuring that nursing theory and practice are grounded in real-world expertise. Students train in a specialized nursing suite—modeled after a hospital room in St. James’s Hospital—using industry-standard equipment such as manual and ceiling hoists, hospital beds, and wheelchairs. 

This one-year full time NFQ course is an introduction to those who wish to progress on to paramedics, either in the Fire or Ambulance Services. This course equips the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge in areas relevant to these careers. This course will improve the chances of recruitment in either the Fire, Ambulance Service, Nursing or Healthcare. Learners will gain essential knowledge and skills in areas relevant to these careers. This course is also suitable for adults seeking qualifications to return to the workforce. The course design is vocational in nature.

 This program provides a comprehensive introduction to both the practical and theoretical foundations of nursing, serving as an ideal entry point for the healthcare profession. Students develop essential clinical skills and academic knowledge, preparing them for the transition to higher education nursing degrees or immediate roles within a variety of healthcare settings.

The overall aim of the programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work under supervision in a variety of healthcare settings and / or to progress to further or higher education and training.

This one-year Nursing Studies course will introduce you to practical experience in healthcare clinical settings which, combined with an insight into theories relating to the nursing profession, will enable them to deliver high standards of care. This course is designed to combine aspects of nursing theory and practical aspects of clinical nursing experience. 

The Nursing Studies program is a comprehensive foundation course designed to equip students with both the academic requirements and personal qualities essential for a successful career in healthcare. The curriculum blends rigorous classroom modules with a mandatory work placement, which students arrange in a healthcare setting of their choice to gain vital hands-on experience. By providing a deep overview of key nursing topics and clinical skills, the course prepares students to work safely under supervision in diverse care environments. Additionally, it offers unique insights into the modern healthcare sector while actively preparing learners for third-level academic studies, university interviews, and rapid career progression.

The course is structured to provide a foundation in theory and practice of health science for learners with the potential for academic progression routes in Nursing and related Health Studies in Universities and Institutes of Technology in Ireland and the UK. The Nursing Studies course combines a range of modules that provide the learners with realistic experience of the academic demands of studying nursing/health related courses at third level.

This course is designed to enhance students awareness and understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the professional nurse. It is also ideal for those who wish to pursue a career in the nursing profession. Students will study core areas of nursing and are enabled to put theory into practice using the college's fully upgraded nursing suites and through participation in work experience. This course is delivered by teachers including specialist nurses who bring a real depth of experience to their teaching.  The success rates from this course are very high for progression to higher education in both Ireland and the UK.

This programme provides an introduction to the career of nursing and health-related fields.

This is a one-year course for students wishing to train as Nurses both here in Ireland and in the UK. On completion of this course students can apply to Nursing Degree courses through the QQI entry system. It 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.

Nursing Studies is designed to equip you with detailed knowledge and practical skills to pursue further study in the nursing roles. You can learn about this vital career area, and build on your potential to progress.

This course can support progression to higher education courses in a variety of nursing disciplines.

This course provides essential elements of knowledge, competence and skill for academic progression or employment within the healthcare setting. The course provides the foundation skills and entry requirements to Degree Progammes in Ireland and the UK. The course encourages an appreciation of the work involved in caring for all age groups, and emphasises the importance of interpersonal communication.

This course is designed to prepare students to progress to 3rd Level Institutions to study Nursing, Midwifery, Social Care or other subjects in the healthcare field. The course also prepares students who wish to work in healthcare in a variety of settings such as nursing homes, community settings and hospitals. There are practical and academic components in this course including skills demonstrations, assignments, exams and project work.