Your Guide to Subject Choices for QQI Level 5 Nursing Studies (5M4349)
๐ฉบ About This Major Award
Award Title: Nursing Studies
Award Code: 5M4349
Level: QQI Level 5
Credit Requirement: 120 credits
This programme prepares learners to work in healthcare environments or progress to nursing-related higher education. It blends theoretical knowledge with practical skills essential for client care across a range of settings.
๐ Required Core Modules (Offered at Our Centre)
To achieve this award, learners must complete the following mandatory components – all of which we provide:
- Anatomy and Physiology (5N0749) โ 15 credits
- Human Growth and Development (5N1279) โ 15 credits
- Nursing Theory and Practice (5N4325) โ 15 credits
๐งฐ Grouped Optional Modules (From Our Available Offerings)
You must select modules from each group below to fulfill award rules. Here’s what’s available at our centre:
Group 1 โ Care Component (Min. 15 Credits Required)
- โ Care Skills (5N2770) โ 15 credits
- โ Care Provision and Practice (5N2705) โ 15 credits
Group 2 โ Communications Component (Min. 15 Credits Required)
- โ Communications (5N0690) โ 15 credits
Group 3 โ Work Practice Component (Min. 15 Credits Required)
- โ Work Practice (5N1433) โ 15 credits
Group 4 โ Supplementary Optional Modules (Pick 1 or More to Reach 120 Total Credits)
- โ Infection Prevention and Control (5N3734) โ 15 credits
- โ Care of the Older Person (5N2706) โ 15 credits
- โ Palliative Care Support (5N3769) โ 15 credits
- โ Safety and Health at Work (5N1794) โ 15 credits
- โ Nutrition (5N2006) โ 15 credits
- โ Care Support (5N0758) โ 15 credits
๐งฎ Sample Subject Combinations (120 Credits Total)
Here are two sample pathways to help you plan your modules:
โค Example 1 โ General Nursing Prep
- Core 3 (A&P, HGD, Nursing Theory)
- Care Provision and Practice (5N2770)
- Communications (5N0690)
- Work Practice (5N1433)
- Infection Prevention and Control (5N3734)
- Nutrition (5N2006)ย
โค Example 2 โ Elder Care Focus
- Core 3 (A&P, HGD, Nursing Theory)
- Care Skills (5N2770)
- Communications (5N0690)
- Work Practice (5N1433)
- Palliative Care Support (5N3769)
- Care of the Older Person (5N2706)
๐ Progression Opportunities
With the 5M4349 Major Award, you can apply to:
- QQI Level 6 Advanced Healthcare or Nursing-related courses
- Nursing degrees through CAO (via QQI/FETAC routes โ e.g., General Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing)
- Employment as a Healthcare Assistant, Home Support Worker, or Nursing Home Carer
๐ Tips for Choosing Subjects
- โ Choose based on your career goal: e.g., elder care, hospital setting, mental health.
- โ Ensure credits add to 120.
- โ Take advantage of high-demand modules like Infection Control and Nutrition.