Palliative & End of Life Care - Mayo
This is a recently developed programme designed for professionals working in areas that cater for people in palliative and end of life care. Entry to this programme is via the Postgraduate Diploma in palliative care pathway.
| Award Name | Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
2 Years Part Time Blended
On-Campus Attendance
Attendance is required at the Mayo Campus for workshops over 1.5 days, 4 times in Semester 1 and 4 times in Semester 2. Year 2 is fully online research supervision
Entry Requirements
Applicants require an Honours Degree (H2.2) in any health or social care discipline or recognised cognate professional qualification and a minimum of one year’s experience in delivering a palliative care approach within practice within the last two years. Applicants must be employed for the duration of the course in an area where the principles of palliative care are operationalized.
Further information
Total Fees €7560
Accommodation for residentials is included in the fees.
Students on the Masters programme undertake an applied research project. This programme also offers standalone modules; this gives students the opportunity to study a module of particular interest without undertaking the full programme.
Study Hours
Students can expect to allow for 6 hours of study per week. continuous assessment methods are utilised which may consist of presentations, assignments, debates, discussions & book reviews.
Who should apply?
This is programme designed for professionals working in areas that cater for people in palliative and/or end of life care. This includes doctors, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, counsellors, social workers, nurses, psychologists, managers and healthcare assistants.
Modules
Principles of Palliative and End of life Care
Psychosocial, Ethical and Spiritual Care
Effective Symptom Management in Life Limiting Conditions
Elective: Reflective Practice
Elective: End of Life Care for the Person with Dementia
Applied Research
Bereavement and Loss
Clinical Practice Placement (for nurses),
Elective: Creative Arts in Palliative Care
Dissertation
*Exit award available
Examination & Assessment
In the Postgraduate Diploma phase, most modules are assessed through a broad range of coursework formats. Students also develop a research proposal or an evidence synthesis protocol. In the Master of Health Science in Nursing Studies programme, students undertake a systematic evidence synthesis or a primary research study under supervision.
External Accrediting Body
NMBI - Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
Course Coordinator:
Dr Maura Fitzsimons:
maura.fitzsimons@atu.ie
Student Advisor:
learn.galwaymayo@atu.ie