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Your Guide to Subject Choices for QQI Level 5 Nursing Studies (5M4349)

๐Ÿฉบ 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.

๐Ÿ“˜ 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

๐Ÿงฐ 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)

  • โœ… Care Skills (5N2770) โ€“ 15 credits
  • โœ… Care Provision and Practice (5N2705) โ€“ 15 credits

Group 2 โ€“ Communications Component (Min. 15 Credits Required)

  • โœ… Communications (5N0690) โ€“ 15 credits

Group 3 โ€“ Work Practice Component (Min. 15 Credits Required)

  • โœ… Work Practice (5N1433) โ€“ 15 credits

Group 4 โ€“ Supplementary Optional Modules (Pick 1 or More to Reach 120 Total Credits)

  • โœ… Infection Prevention and Control (5N3734) โ€“ 15 credits
  • โœ… Care of the Older Person (5N2706) โ€“ 15 credits
  • โœ… Palliative Care Support (5N3769) โ€“ 15 credits
  • โœ… Safety and Health at Work (5N1794) โ€“ 15 credits
  • โœ… Nutrition (5N2006) โ€“ 15 credits
  • โœ… Care Support (5N0758) โ€“ 15 credits

๐Ÿงฎ Sample Subject Combinations (120 Credits Total)

Here are two sample pathways to help you plan your modules:

โžค 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 

โžค 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)

๐ŸŽ“ 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

๐Ÿ” Tips for Choosing Subjects

  • โœ… Choose based on your career goal: e.g., elder care, hospital setting, mental health.
  • โœ… Ensure credits add to 120.
  • โœ… Take advantage of high-demand modules like Infection Control and Nutrition.