This course is designed as a programme of preparatory study to enter a degree programme in Nursing Studies. Students undertaking this course, can apply for training position in General Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Intellectual Disability Nursing and Children's Nursing.
The course introduces the Student to the caring role of the nurse and emphasises the importance of interpersonal communication. The course equips students with the skills and knowledge to care for patients in a safe and hygienic environment. Students learn the basic principles of infection control and are taught to apply standard precautions in relation to infection control.
They learn the structure and function of the human body and gain an understanding of the interrelationship between the systems of the body. They study the levels of personal development to understand the concepts of mental age and chronological age in order to be able to relate to people at a level appropriate to their needs. This course qualifies students to work as a care assistant in the areas such as: Nursing homes and Hospitals. |
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