Pre-University Nursing Studies with Midwifery
The Pre-University Nursing Studies with Midwifery programme is a one-year course for students wishing to train as nurses both here in Ireland and in the UK. Students can use this QQI Level 5 programme to gain entry to any of the 5 Nursing degree courses - General Nursing, Mental Health, Intellectual Disability Nursing, Midwifery or Children's Nursing. It provides a solid foundation in Nursing theory and practice and allows students to accurately assess their suitability for a career in nursing.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | First Aid Response |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | PreHospital Emergency Care Council |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
| First Aid Response | PreHospital Emergency Care Council |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
All our Level 5 PLC courses are open to school leavers (Leaving Cert/ Leaving Cert Applied Students/A Levels/GCSE or equivalent), QQI Level 4 graduates and mature applicants. A QQI Level 5 award is a prerequisite to access a Level 6 programme.
Careers / Further progression
Progression to Degrees
Graduates could progress to a higher education place in a level 8 nursing degree in Universities and Institutes of Technology around the country through the QQI entry system. Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including:
DkIT General Nursing Level 8 / DkIT Midwifery Level 8
DkIT Mental Health Nursing Level 8
AIT General Nursing Level 8
DCU General Nursing Level 8
DCU Children’s and General Nursing (Integrated) Level 8
UCD General Nursing Level 8
UCAS Nursing Degree throughout the UK Level 8
TCU Intellectual Disability Nursing
SETU Intellectual Disability Nursing
Career Opportunities
Graduates can progress to employment in various areas including a nursing home, healthcare agency, home help and hospitals as a qualified healthcare assistant after successfully completing this course.
Further information
PLC Courses begin in September 2024.
International Students
Ó Fiaich Institute welcomes applications from eligible international students. Help and advice is available for international students at every step of the application process and continues after enrolment onto your chosen programme.
NEW LOW COURSE FEES FOR 2024
All courses now have a low course registration fee of €30. Make sure to confirm your place on a course by paying your registration fee.
PLC Maintenance Grant (SUSI)
SUSI grants are available to eligible students attending full-time approved courses at OFI.
Please visit www.susi.ie for eligibility criteria.
Back to Education Allowance (BTEA)
BTEA allows qualifying persons getting certain social welfare payments to get a back to education payment while participating in approved full-time courses in further education.
SOLAS Fund for Students with Disabilities
Funding is available to support students with disabilities, learning difficulties, medical conditions and special needs attending further education courses. This fund is administered by SOLAS and is disbursed on the basis of applications made by OFI on behalf of qualifying students.
REACH Fund
The aim of the Reach fund (formerly MAEDF) is to provide funding to support educationally disadvantaged learners in accessing and participating in community education. It aims to increase the participation of disadvantaged learners, particularly those who are undertaking literacy and skills programmes.
The fund has a strong focus on building the digital infrastructure of community education providers, including providing devices and software, and increasing their capacity to deliver learning. This fund is allocated by SOLAS and administered by LMETB.
Laptop Loan Scheme
All students can apply for the laptop loan scheme. This provides students with the use of a high specification device for the duration of the academic year for a very low refundable deposit. This scheme ensures students have access to a digital device and the opportunity for success.
Sports Scholarships
How to Apply
Students who wish to be considered for a Sports Scholarship for the 2024-2025 academic year must complete an online Application Form in October 2024. Application forms will be available on our ofi.ie website.
For any further information please contact Martin Corey on the email below.
mcorey.ofi@lmetb.ie
Interviews are held in March/ May/August with places offered on a first come basis
Apply online - Application weblink below
Ensure you apply as soon as possible. Online application process opens on 1st January.
Interview - Shortlisting process
Interviews are held in March/May/August with places offered on a first come basis. Places are offered based on interview performance and suitability for the course.
College Place - Secure your place
You will be notified of your offer by email and post.
Confirm your place by paying your registration fee of €30.
Students will go on work experience in a hospital or nursing home where they will practice their skills. Applications are also invited from mature students wishing to pursue a career in nursing.
Learners will complete a combination of the following:
• Nursing Theory and Practice
• Care Provision and Practice
• Maternity Care Support
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Human Growth and Development
• Communications
• Work Experience
• Safety and Health at Work
• Infection Prevention and Control
Additional Certification:
▪ First Aid Responder
▪ Patient Moving and Handling
▪ Breakaway Technique
▪ Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
5M4349 - Nursing Studies
Certification: QQI Level 5 Nursing Studies - 5M4349.
Additional Certification:
• First Aid Responder
• Patient Handling
• Infection Prevention and Control
• Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
Ó Fiaich Institute of FE
Dublin Road,
Dundalk,
Co. Louth,
A91 WK75
Tel: 042 933 1398
Email: info@ofi.ie
Social Media @ofidundalk