MSc in Professional Practice: Professional Management of Complex Behaviour in Clinical Practice
This programme is suitable for Nurses, Midwives and Health & Social Care Professionals, who are registered with their recognised professional body.
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Course Overview
DkIT has in partnership with the HSE and others, consulted widely with, clinical, professional, and regulatory bodies, and worked collaboratively in the preparation of the proposed programme in the Professional Management of Complex Behaviours in Clinical Practice (CBCP) which will prepare students to provide training in line with contemporary person-centred, trauma-informed and recovery-oriented best practice.
Career Opportunities
Those graduating from the Certificate in Professional Practice: Professional Management of Complex Behaviour in Clinical Practice award option will have specific skills and knowledge to provide training to others to assist them in preserving their personal safety while safely and effectively managing a range of manifestations of verbal and physical aggression and in the safe provision of patient care.
Course Delivery and Modules
Virtual delivery via live on line lectures each Wednesday. Students are also required to attend for on site workshops in each semester.
This programme will be delivered on the following days:
29/01/2025 09.00hrs to 16.30hrs Live Online Lectures
5/02/2025 09.00hrs to 16.30 hrs Live Online Lectures
11/02/2025 to 13/02/2025 (Inclusive) 09.00hrs to 16.30 hrs Face to Face in DkIT
19/02/2025 09.00HRS TO 16.30hrs Live Online Lectures
26/02/2025 09.00hrs to 16.30 hrs Live Online Lectures
4/03/2025 to 7/03/2025 (Inclusive) 09.00hrs to 16.30 hrs Face to Face in DkIT
12/03/2025 09.00hrs to 16.30 hrs Live Online Lectures
19/03/2025 09.00hrs to 16.30hrs Live Online Lectures
26/03/2025 09.00hrs to 16.30hrs Live Online Lectures
02/04/2024 09.00hrs to 16.30hrs Live Online Lectures
09/04/2025 09.00hrs to 16.30hrs Live Online Lectures
16/04/2025 09.00hrs to 16.30hrs Live Online Lectures
30/04/2025 09.00hrs to 16.30hrs Live Online Lectures
Please note this timetable is subject to change.
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Modules
- Application of Professional Management of Complex Behaviours in Care Contexts
- Safety Strategies in Professional Management of Complex Behaviours
- Theoretical Principles Underpinning Professional Management of Complex Behaviours in Health and Social Care settings
- Advanced Safety Strategies in PMCB
- Integrated Organisational and Practice Strategies to Manage PMCB
- Research Methodology and Project Design
- Research Dissertation for PMCB
Education Progression
Graduates from the MSc in Professional Practice: Professional Management of Complex Behaviour in Clinical Practice will have specific skills and knowledge to practice at an advanced level incorporating key concepts such as advanced decision making, professional leadership, evidence-based practice, professional ethics and research knowledge and skills. Graduates from the MSc in Professional Practice: Professional Management of Complex Behaviour in Clinical Practice programme will have achieved the outcomes necessary for study at NFQ level 10
Fees and Funding
EU Fees:
- Full-time (EU): €8,000
- Part-time (EU): n/a
Non-EU Fees:
- Full-time (non-EU): n/a
- Part-time (non-EU): n/a
You may be eligible for financial support for this course through the Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) system. Find out more
Fees
€8000
Entry Requirements
- Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years post registration experience.
- Applicants who do not have a level 8 qualification may apply for entry to the programme in accordance with the procedures outlined in the DkIT Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy. Applicants may be interviewed.
- Graduates of the DkIT BSc in Professional Management of Aggression and Violence programme may apply for exemptions to undertake this programme in line with DkIT recognition of prior certified learning - learn more about RPL at DkIT
- Applicants must complete and submit the Employer Support form in support of their application and agreeing to facilitate the learner’s teaching practice
- Applicants must have successfully completed and have certification for the duration of the programme in the following: Basic Life Support; Manual Handling; First Aid
- Applicants must be in good health and complete a health declaration prior to commencing the programme
- Due to the blended learning delivery within this course students should have access to a PC / Mac, a headset with a mic, and a broadband internet connection from home, so as to be able to fully participate in the course
How To Apply
Apply for this course using our online applications system as per below.
Please submit the following documents with your application:
- An up-to-date CV
- Copy of Professional Body Registration
- Completed Employer Support Form(.docx)
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Current Basic Life Support/CPR certificaton
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Current Manual Handling certification (Theory and Practical)
- Copy of Academic Transcipts
You must also upload completed documents to the Supplemental Items & Documents section of your online application
Apply Directly to DkIT
Apply directly to DkIT using our online applications system. Please remember to upload the required documentation (copies of your existing qualification(s), your CV, any other support documents etc) with your online application to expedite your application. To avoid disappointment early registration is recommended.
Ask us a Question
If you have a question about the MSc in Professional Practice: Professional Management of Complex Behaviour in Clinical Practice please ask it below and we will get back to you.
Dr. Geraldine O’Connor
Head of Section (Part-Time Courses), School of Health and Science
Email: geraldine.oconnor@dkit.ieDisclaimer: All module titles are subject to change and for indicative purposes only. All courses are delivered subject to demand and timetables are subject to change. Elective Module options will only run subject to student numbers. The relevant Department will determine the viability of each elective module option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose that option. Students will be offered alternative elective modules on their programme should their preferred elective option not be proceeding. Award Options for Common Entry Programmes: The relevant Department will determine the viability of each award option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose either option. If the numbers for one of the Award options exceed available places, students for this option will be selected based on Academic Merit (highest grades).
