Three new Higher Diploma programmes will commence in September 2001. An experienced gastroenterology nurse is required to co-ordinate this programme. This is the first programme in Ireland at this level to explore gastroenterology nursing. The co-ordinator will be responsible for the clinical education and supervision of students. In addition the co-ordinator will be expected to forge strong links with University College Dublin to ensure smooth running of this programme.
Students can study full time over one calendar year or part time over two academic years.
Students wishing to undertake the full time programme must have experience in Diabetes Nursing while students wishing to study part time must be qualified for at least one year. Nurses undertaking this programme will have the opportunity to work in the speciality of diabetes nursing for the duration of the programme. No previous critical care experience is required. Students who are accepted onto this programme will be employed in the Intensive Care Complex for the duration of their studies. Students may undertake this programme full time over one calendar year or part time over two academic years.