Micro-credential and Professional Development Courses
At the School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health, a variety of contemporary practice focused professional development and micro-credential courses have been developed to respond to the educational needs of nurses and other healthcare professionals. Some are in partnership with healthcare institutions, the HSE and both statutory and voluntary sector organisations.
The University does not refund application or registration fees for professional development courses, however, students can defer their registration to the next available sitting, except in the case of micro-credential courses where there is no availability for a deferred entry.
Expressions of interest for intake in academic year 2025-2026 can now be submitted by completing this expression of interest form. We will contact you by email once modules open to application.
Micro-credential Modules
We are currently accepting Expressions of Interest for the following Micro-credential Modules, and will be in contact once applications for intake 2025-2026 are open.
Person-Centred Dementia Champions
Surgical Skills for Healthcare Practitioners - NUR1121
Person-Centred Approaches to Dementia Care 1
Trauma informed Professional Practice
Advanced Adult Physical Assessment & Intervention
Contemporary Issues in Child & Adolescent Mental Health
Health Communications and Digital Solutions
Mindfulness and Compassion Based Professional Practice
Adult Chronic Disease Management Specialist 1
Adult Chronic Disease Management Specialist 2
Safeguarding Adults at Risk
Women's Health Specialist 1
Women's Health Specialist 2
Delivered at Children's Health Ireland in collaboration with DCU
Children's Neuroscience Care (NUR1109)
This module is designed to increase the theoretical knowledge base of healthcare practitioners who care for children with neuromedical/neurosurgical needs in both acute and community settings. Further information and application details are available in the course summary.
Please check back in Mid-May for an update on this module for academic year 2025/2026
Care of Children with Renal Disease (NUR1094)
This module will further the student’s practical knowledge and skills in the nursing care and management of children and families affected by renal disease in childhood. Students will gain an insight and deeper understanding of renal disease in childhood including topics such as underlying pathology, treatment modalities, nursing management and current research. Further information and application details are available in the course summary.
Please check back in Mid-May for an update on this module for academic year 2025/2026
Care of Children and Adolescents with Diabetes (NUR1108)
Please check back in Mid-May for an update on this module for academic year 2025/2026
Care of Children with Airway Dysfunction (NUR1104)
Please check back in Mid-May for an update on this module for academic year 2025/2026