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Nursing (Nurse/Midwife Prescribing) - Certificate

Enhance your knowledge to become an independent prescriber and provide patients with effective access to medication.

Key information

EU fees per year €3,000
Non-EU fees per year €3,000
NFQ Level NFQ Level 8
Duration Six months
Attendance Part-time
Programme type Taught, Professional / Flexible
Delivery Blended
Start date January
Award Certificate
Application end date 2 November 2026

The January intake begins on the 27th January 2027. The Closing date for applications is Monday 2nd November 2026.


Enhance your knowledge to become an independent prescriber and provide patients with effective access to medication.

UL's six-month Certificate in Nursing (Nurse/Midwife Prescribing) provides flexible, student-friendly access to learning with students based in practice throughout.

The programme supports registered nurses and midwives to expand their skill and competencies while continuing to work in practice.

Benefit from the guidance of a senior medical practitioner who will provide supervision and support.

During this programme, you will

  • Enhance your knowledge and skills for nurse/midwife prescribing.
  • Explore professional accountability and responsibility governing the role of nurse/midwife prescribing.
  • Gain a broad understanding of prescribing practice and interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary team working.
  • Progress towards becoming an independent prescriber and providing patients with effective access to medications.
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