| Code | NU6303 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 14 Sep - 23 Oct 2026 |
| Teaching Mode | Part-Time |
| Fees | 鈧�900 See Fees and Costs for full details. |
| Closing Date | Round One: 26 June 2026 |
| Course Delivery Method | Online |
| Venue | Online. |
| Credits | 10 |
| Start Date | 14 Sep 2026 |
Outline
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
- Examine the relevance of clinical risk to patient safety.
- Describe the management of clinical risk in healthcare.
- Appraise the importance of teamwork in relation to patient safety and managing clinical risk.
- Summarise the principles of improvement and how improvement in patient safety can be measured.
- Explain the importance of communication with patients, relatives/carers particularly with regard to open disclosure and adverse events.
Module Objective: To explore and critically examine with students issues relating to patient safety.
Module Content: Content is aligned to the World Health Organisation multi-professional patient safety curriculum guide. It will cover areas such as how to assess patient safety, understanding the importance of teamwork, managing clinical risk and employing quality-improvement methods to enhance care.
Delivery:
- Fully online module, including an online orientation,
- Students do not attend workshop dates
- Dates: 14 Sep - 23 Oct 2026 (Online) Dates are subject to slight changes.
- 200hr(s) Other (Online Learning; Discussion Board Preparation and Participation, Required Reading, Assignment Preparation and Submission, Self-Directed Learning).
Compulsory Elements: Continuous Assessment.
Assessment: Total Marks 200: Continuous Assessment 200 marks (Practice Discussion - 60 marks; Case Study Discussion - 60 marks; Presentation ? 60 marks; online activities- 20 marks).
Requirements
Applicants must satisfy the following to be eligible to apply:
- Applicants must be qualified healthcare professionals registered with the regulatory body in their country of residence.
- Applicants must have a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) or equivalent.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
Applicants who do not meet the above programme entry requirements may be eligible to apply through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). See information on RPL here.
To be considered, applicants should be able to demonstrate experience and training in a relevant field. View the RPL for applicants guide here: /en/ace/helphub/.
Some such applicants may be invited for an interview to satisfy the selection committee of their suitability for the programme. Admission to such applicants will be subject to the approval of the School of Nursing and Midwifery.
UCC Student IT Requirements: All applicants should ensure the meet the UCC Student IT Requirements prior to application. See here: ACE Help Hub
Fees and Costs
The fee for this programme is €900
- This is payable on application (unless you are sponsored/funded)
- This fee is fully refundable if the programme does not run or you are not offered a place on the programme
About Funding
- Those applying for NMPDU, or other funding should contact the funding body directly.
- A guide to indicating NMPDU funding during your application can be found here: ACE Help Hub
For further information on fees and financial supports please click here.
How To Apply
Applications are accepted in two rounds.
- Round 1 closes on 26 June and Round 2 closes on 28 August.
- If all places are filled by eligible applicants by the Round 1 deadline, the programme will not open for Round 2.
- For round 2, applications will remain open until the final deadline or until all places are filled, whichever occurs first. Early application is strongly advised.
Before you apply, please prepare the following items which you will need during your application:
- Proof of Identity (Birth Cert, Passport or Driver's Licence)
- Passport-style Photograph
- Copy of your degree parchment/transcript if not a previous UCC graduate.
- English Language Test Report (if applicable)
- Supporting documentation (if required for RPL)
- Programme fee (unless sponsored/funded)
Create an account or login to UCC Apply (click the 'Apply' button below).
- Start a new application
- WHEN ASKED FOR APPLICATION TYPE - YOU MUST CHOOSE: ADULT & CONTINUING EDUCATION
- During the application on the tab titled Academic Level, under Level Selection, select the following options:
- Academic Level: Adult Continuing Education (ACE at UCC)
- Course Type: CPD Credit-Bearing Modules
- Academic Programme: Advancing Practice for Patient Safety NU6303
You can view a CPD Application Guide for all Nursing & Midwifery courses here: /en/ace/helphub/