European Social Fund Plus (ESF+)
THESE LHP SKILLNET PROGRAMMES ARE CO-FUNDED BY THE GOVERNMENT OF IRELAND, THE EUROPEAN UNION, AND NETWORK COMPANIES www.eufunds.ie

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What Is the ESF+?

LHP Skillnet is currently co-funding learners’ places on QQI-accredited programmes under the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+). The ESF+ is the European Union (EU)’s main instrument for investing in people and supporting the implementation of the European Pillar of Social Rights. To learn more, visit www.eufunds.ie.

Funded places are limited. To apply for a QQI Level 5 programme provided by LHP Skillnet, follow the links below. If you would like to apply for a programme listed under Other Programmes, please fill in the form at the bottom of the page to begin the application process. Our team will contact you to discuss your options.

QQI Level 5 Programmes Provided By LHP Skillnet

Places on these programmes, which are developed and delivered by LHP Skillnet, are funded under the ESF+. To learn more or to apply for a place, simply click on the tiles below.

Other Programmes Supported under the ESF+ Initiative

LHP Skillnet is currently co-funding places on each of the following programmes under the ESF+. It is not a finite list of eligible programmes. If you are interested in a programme that is not on the list, please let us know by filling in the form at the bottom of this page, and we will advise you on available funding. Please make sure to contact us at least 1 month before the cut-off date for applications.

Funding can only be granted to eligible learners subject to availability. You must be employed in the private healthcare sector in Ireland and meet the entry requirements of your chosen programme as stated on the provider’s website. It is important to note that funding does not extend to university application fees or student fees.

With the ESF+, the level of contact between you and LHP Skillnet requires phone calls on introduction, the submission of forms and questionnaires, and other correspondence on a regular basis. Your timely participation on all levels is required before, during and up to 6 months post completion of your programme.

Upon submission of the form at the bottom of this page, applicants will be notified about their eligibility for funding and the next steps in the process.

LHP Skillnet is currently CO-funding PLACES on each of the following programmes under the ESF+ FOR 2024/25
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Award: PgDip
Provider: RCSI
Duration: 1 year
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid – part-time
Credits: 60 ECTS

Award: PgDip / MSc
Provider: TCD
Duration: 1 year (PgDip) / 2 years (MSc)
Mode of Delivery: Part-time
Credits: 60 ECTS (PgDip) / 90 ECTS (MSc)

Award: MSc
Provider: ATU
Duration: 2 years
Mode of Delivery: Part-time
Credits: 90 ECTS

This route is only open to those who have completed a PgDip in Gerontological Nursing with the RCSI within the past four years.

Award: MSc
Provider: RCSI
Duration: 1 year
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid – part-time
Credits: 30 ECTS

Award: PgCert
Provider: UCC
Duration: 8 months
Mode of Delivery: Online – part-time
Credits: 30 ECTS

Award: PgDip
Provider: RCSI
Duration: 1 year
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid – part-time
Credits: 60 ECTS

Award: ProfDip
Provider: Iheed
Duration: 9 months
Mode of Delivery: Online – part-time
Credits: 44 CPD Credits

Award: PgDip
Provider: RCSI
Duration: 1 year
Mode of Delivery: Online – part-time
Credits: 60 ECTS

Award: ProfDip
Provider: RCSI
Duration: 9 months
Mode of Delivery: Online – part-time
Credits: 30 ECTS

Award: ProfDip
Provider: Kingston College
Duration: 6 months
Mode of Delivery: Online – part-time

Award: PgDip / MSc
Provider: UCC
Duration: 2 years
Mode of Delivery: Online – part-time
Credits: 60 ECTS / 90 ECTS

Award: HDip
Provider: UCC
Duration: 1 year
Mode of Delivery: Part-time
Credits: 60 ECTS

Award: HDip
Provider: ATU
Duration: 1 year / 2 years
Mode of Delivery: Part-time / Full-time
Credits: 60 ECTS

Award: GradCert
Provider: UCD
Duration: 1 year
Mode of Delivery: Part-time
Credits: 40 ECTS

Award: MSc
Provider: RCSI
Duration: 2 years
Mode of Delivery: Online – part-time
Credits: 90 ECTS

Award: PgDip
Provider: RCSI
Duration: 1 year
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid – part-time
Credits: 60 ECTS

Award: Cert
Provider: UCC
Duration: 6 months
Mode of Delivery: Full-time
Credits: 30 ECTS

Award: ProfCert
Provider: RCSI
Duration: 6 months
Mode of Delivery: Part-time
Credits: 30 ECTS

Award: ProfDip
Provider: UCD
Duration: 6 months
Mode of Delivery: Part-time
Credits: 20 ECTS

Award: ProfDip
Provider: UCD
Duration: 6 months
Mode of Delivery: Part-time
Credits: 30 ECTS

Award: PgDip
Provider: RCSI
Duration: 1 year
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid – part-time
Credits: 60 ECTS

Award: MSc
Provider: TCD
Duration: 2 years
Mode of Delivery: Part-time
Credits: 90 ECTS

Award: PgDip
Provider: UL
Duration: 1 year
Mode of Delivery: Full-time taken on a part-time basis
Credits: 60 ECTS

Award: PgCert
Provider: UCC
Duration: 1 year
Mode of Delivery: Online – part-time
Credits: 30 ECTS

Award: MSc
Provider: RCSI
Duration: 2 years
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid – part-time
Credits: 100 ECTS


Award: MSc
Provider: UCD
Duration: 2 years
Mode of Delivery: Part-time
Credits: 110 ECTS

Award: MSc
Provider: RCSI
Duration: 2 years
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid – part-time
Credits: 120 ECTS

Award: MSc
Provider: University of Galway
Duration: 2 years
Mode of Delivery: Full-time
Credits: 90 ECTS

Award: GradDip / MSc
Provider: UCD
Duration: 1 year (GDip) / 16 months (MSc)
Mode of Delivery: Full-time
Credits: 60 ECTS (GDip) / 90 ECTS (MSc)

Award: PgDip / MSc
Provider: University of Galway
Duration: 1 year / 2 years
Mode of Delivery: Full-time
Credits: 60 ECTS / 90 ECTS

Award: PgDip
Provider: RCSI
Duration: 1 year
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid – part-time
Credits: 60 ECTS

Award: PgDip
Provider: RCSI
Duration: 1 year
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid – part-time
Credits: 60 ECTS