Advanced Adult Physical Assesssment and Intervention NUR1142
Module code: NUR1142
NFQ level: 9
ECTS credits: 10
Commencing: September 2025
Cost: The fee for this module is €1,250.
The University does not refund application or registration fees for professional development courses, however, students can defer their registration to the next available sitting, except in the case of micro-credential courses where there is no availability for a deferred entry.
Closing date: August 30th 2025, or earlier if this course is oversubscribed.
Module aim
This module is accredited by DCU and approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
The module will develop students' knowledge and skills in history taking and advanced clinical assessment, including observation, physical examination techniques and detecting clinical deterioration. Students will advance their communication and interaction skills in all populations, including individuals with an intellectual disability and impaired cognition. They will develop their skills in multidisciplinary collaboration and trans-sectoral communication at the level of a specialist nurse. The advanced physical assessment components of this module will mainly focus on the four major systems e.g. cardiac, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and neurological.
Who should apply?
Registered nurses and midwives.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
- Critically discuss the structure and function of various anatomical and physiological organ systems.
- Apply theoretical knowledge and skills to carry out advanced clinical assessments on all adult populations, including individuals with an intellectual disability and impaired cognition.
- Demonstrate advanced comprehensive knowledge and skills to competently choose appropriate clinical assessments, and clinical decision aids for all adult populations, including individuals with an intellectual disability and impaired cognition.
- Critically evaluate presenting clinical details in the context of the existing evidence to inform clinical decision-making.
- Articulate understanding and reflect on own physical and clinical assessment skills with a view to advancing one’s emerging field of practice.
- Critically discuss strategies for enhancing nursing- & multidisciplinary collaboration and trans-sectoral communication.
Online delivery
Online delivery over a 12-week semester.
Entry requirements
Applicants will typically hold a (NFQ) Level 8 Honours Degree with a H2.2 or equivalent. Candidates will generally hold a primary degree in a relevant discipline.
In addition, candidates must be currently registered in one of the following four divisions of the Register of Nurses maintained by NMBI: General Nursing; Psychiatric Nursing; Intellectual Disability Nursing or Children’s Nursing.
Note: In exceptional circumstances, applicants who do not fulfil this entry requirement may be recommended for entry to the module under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) following a review of their individual qualifications and experience. Admission to such applicants will be subject to the approval of the School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health.
Please Note: Applicants may not apply to take more than 30 credits of micro-credentials.
How to apply
For information on how to apply for this micro-credential, please visit our Application Guide.