Overview
This Infection Prevention and Control Nursing programme at Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland aims to provide students with expert knowledge and provide assistance and guidance in developing the skills and practical experience that will form a strong foundation for their journey towards expertise in the field of infection prevention and control.
Learning outcomes
This programme will provide you with the skills and knowledge to critically:
- Evaluate infection prevention/control guidelines
- Discuss the principles of microbiology in the prevention and control of infection.
- Devise and update infection prevention/control guidelines based on National and International standards.
- Evaluate administration and management systems for infection prevention/control, including strategic planning for the infection prevention and control service.
- Evaluate the use of information technology in the development and updating of infection prevention/control guidelines and procedures.
- Discuss the principles preventing the spread of infection within the hospital and community.
- Discuss with the methods of investigating and controlling an outbreak of infection.
- Discuss with the use of surveillance methods in infection prevention/control.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Advanced Research Methods
- Advanced Leadership - Professional & Clinical
- Advanced Management & Strategy
- The Microbiological Basis for Infection Prevention and Control in the Healthcare Setting
- Principles of Infection Control
- Managerial Issues in Infection Control
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Public Health Nursing Health Sciences View 91 other Masters in Public Health in IrelandAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Be an active RGN with the Opens in new windowNMBI.
- Hold a NFQ level 8 qualification such as a BSc or equivalent.
- Be currently working in the speciality area.
Tuition Fee
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International
6900 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6900 EUR per year during 12 months. -
EU/EEA
6900 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6900 EUR per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Dublin
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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