This micro-credential expands the nurse/midwife’s scope of practice to include radiological referral and allows them to practice at the top of their licence in meeting service needs.
Through this micro-credential, nurses/midwives can be equipped with the necessary knowledge, skills, attitudes, and competencies to refer persons for radiological and other imaging procedures safely and within the practitioner's scope of practice.
The topics of this micro-credential include:
On successful completion of this micro-credential, learners will be able to:
HCI Pillar 3 Learner Fee Subsidy: Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria may qualify for a 50% fee subsidy, subject to the availability of subsidized places. The fee subsidy for eligible Non-EU learners may vary.
For eligibility details, please refer to the Eligibility Criteria.
Apply for Nurse Authority to Refer for Radiological Procedures
| Course Location | Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 2 |
| Course Type | Micro-credential |
| Awarding Body | Trinity College Dublin |
| Awarding Body Details | 5 ECTS |
| Course Start Date | 4th November 2024 |
| Course Duration | 8 weeks |
| Course Time | • This micro-credential is taught using a blended learning approach - 3 days in person, and 2 days online and offers a learning experience that is both structured and flexible. • Lectures will be co-streamed and delivered on designated days to facilitate attendance by MC learners. Online lectures will be available for students to access live or as pre-recorded sessions. Online resources for directed learning will be available to learners to facilitate flexibility and increase access. • Clinical mentorship supports the development of competency in practice, and assessment for the micro-credential. |
| Course Fee | €770 - €1,040 |
| Entry Requirements | Application Deadline: August 26th, 2024 • Minimum of one year’s professional registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland and experience. • Currently work in an area where nurse/midwife authority to refer for radiological procedures is supported. • Honours degree in a relevant discipline (however, relevant experience will also be considered which must include- evidence of completion of Physical Health assessment module previously and/or of previous hospital/locally provided in-house education related to the practice of referring for radiological procedures accompanied by practice for minimum of 3 years). • Satisfy the selection panel. • CV & Transcript. • NMBI Registration(copy). • Site Declaration form and Site Audit form. • Garda Vetting. |
| Course Code | DPENM-ARRP-1M09 |

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