Overview
This unique fully accredited one-year part-time programme offers you the opportunity to explore and analyse existing theories and concepts that are fundamental in wound management and tissue viability.
The Wound Management and Tissue Viability programme at Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland will provide you with guidance on the management of acute and chronic wounds in all healthcare settings and is based on good practice, current evidence and supporting guidance.
Learning outcomes
This Wound Management and Tissue Viability programme will provide you with the skills and knowledge to critically:
- Evaluate the application of clinical judgement to professional practice by utilising evidence-based practice within wound management and tissue viability.
- Compare and contrast management and leadership approaches to the effective management and leadership in the provision of within wound management and tissue viability services.
- Evaluate evidence based methods of assessment and management of wounds of varying aetiologies with reference to person-centred care.
- Discuss key considerations in the development of services for individuals with wounds of varying aetiologies within the context of a team approach to care.
- Demonstrate competency in the delivery and evaluation of patient care within the field of wound management and tissue viability.
Programme Structure
Modules included:
- Advanced Research Methods
- Advanced Leadership - Professional & Clinical
- Advanced Management & Strategy
- Advanced Concepts in Wound Healing & Tissue Repair
- Critical Issues in the Assessment and Management of Individuals with Leg Ulceration and Lymphoedem
- Critical Issues in the Assessment and Management of Individuals with Pressure Ulcers and Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Public Health Nursing Health Sciences View 165 other Masters in Health Sciences in IrelandAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Be a registered nurse or midwife on the active register with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland, or the relevant regulatory body in your country of practice before commencing the programme.
- Hold a level 8 degree* or international equivalent, demonstrated through a defined recognition of prior learning (RPL) process.
- Meet the English Language Requirements
Tuition Fee
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International
6875 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6875 EUR per year during 12 months. -
EU/EEA
6875 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6875 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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