Postgraduate Diploma Advanced Practice Nursing

Course Overview This intensive one-year postgraduate diploma equips experienced Master's-prepared nurses with the expert knowledge and autonomous clinical skills required for advanced practice. The program focuses on developing complex decision-making abilities and clinical competencies to deliver high-quality, direct patient care within an expanded scope of practice. Graduates are prepared to become clinical leaders and are eligible to apply for registration as a Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner (RANP) with the NMBI. Key Program Highlights Eligibility for registration as a Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner (RANP) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) Extensive clinical mentorship with 500 hours of advanced practice supervision Authorization for nurse prescribing, including a dedicated 96-hour clinical practicum Development of advanced skills in autonomous decision-making and complex patient care Focus on leadership within multidisciplinary healthcare teams and specialist professional practice