| Code | NU6310 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 Feb to 12 March 2027 |
| Teaching Mode | Part-Time. See Additional Teaching Mode Information for more info. |
| Fees | 鈧�900 See Fees and Costs for full details. |
| Closing Date | 4 Dec 2026 |
| Course Delivery Method | Online |
| Venue | Delivered fully on-line; students do not attend workshop dates. |
| Credits | 10 |
| Start Date | 2 February 2027 |
Outline
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of the development of evidence-based practice for quality improvement in healthcare.
- Formulate focused research questions as a basis for searching for evidence to address a healthcare/clinical query concerning quality improvement.
- Analyse and critically examine evidence relevant to student's practice/healthcare area.
- Critically appraise current debates on evidence-based practice and their implications for quality improvement in healthcare.
- Adopt a critical and reflective stance on how practitioners and healthcare providers can engage with the evidence-based practice movement for quality improvement in healthcare.
- Examine strategies to evaluate the effects of evidence-based practice changes in practice.
Module Objective: To equip the student with a critical frame of reference with which to evaluate and apply evidence-based practice for quality improvement in healthcare.
Module Content: This module explores the development and substance of evidence-based practice in healthcare in its broadest scope. Turning healthcare and clinical queries into focused questions from which to search the evidence. Search strategies across a range of databases relevant to healthcare. Matching a research question with the most appropriate study design. Critically appraising evidence to understand its quality and implications for translation into quality improvement initiatives in healthcare. Strategies for implementing evidence and for developing an evidence-based culture for quality improvement in healthcare are explored. Evaluating the effects of evidence-based practice changes in practice.
Delivered fully online; students do not attend workshop dates.
Module Co-Ordinator: Dr. Elaine Lehane, School of Nursing & Midwifery.
Lecturer(s): Staff, School of Nursing & Midwifery.
Additional Teaching Mode Information
Module runs from 2 February to 12 March 2027. Online, including orientation
Duration: 200hr(s) Other (On-line Learning:- Discussion Board Preparation and Participation, Required Reading, Assignment Preparation and Submission, Self-Directed Learning).
Assessment: Total Marks 200: Continuous Assessment 200 marks (1 x 2,000 word report on a quality improvement initiative:- 120 marks; On-line activities:- 80 marks).
Compulsory Elements: Continuous Assessment.
Dates are subject to slight changes
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 for funding applications.
- A guide to indicating NMPDU funding during your application can be found here: ACE Help Hub
- All other funders/sponsors are considered sponsored applications. please follow the Sponsorship Guide for Applicants.
For further information on fees and financial supports please click here.
How To Apply
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: Implementation of Evidence Based Practice for Quality Improvement in Healthcare NU6310
You can view a CPD Application Guide for all Nursing & Midwifery courses here: /en/ace/helphub/