HSE Technology and Transformation and Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT) Partnership

Strengthening Innovation, Knowledge, and Recruitment in Healthcare Technology

HSE Technology and Transformation is proud to announce a new partnership with Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT) through the Corporate Partnership Programme. This collaboration marks an important step in advancing knowledge, skills, and talent development in healthcare technology, ensuring a more connected, patient-centred healthcare system for Ireland.

Benefits to HSE Technology and Transformation

Access to Cutting-Edge Research and Innovation
Through engagement with DkIT’s leading researchers and academic experts, HSE Technology and Transformation will gain valuable insights into emerging healthcare technologies. Collaborative research initiatives will explore innovative solutions that can improve healthcare delivery across Ireland.

Upskilling Opportunities for HSE Technology and Transformation Staff
This partnership will offer Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programmes, guest lectures, and targeted training initiatives. These opportunities will enable HSE staff to enhance their expertise in digital health, innovation, and technology-driven healthcare solutions.

A Stronger Talent Pipeline
By working closely with DkIT’s Careers and Employability Centre, the partnership will create pathways for graduate recruitment, internships, and placements. A dedicated Graduate Programme will attract and nurture the next generation of healthcare technology professionals.

Contributions to Curriculum Development
HSE Technology and Transformation will play a role in shaping course content to ensure that DkIT graduates are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills required in digital healthcare. Participation on advisory boards and school committees will help align academic programmes with real-world healthcare challenges.

Collaborative Research and Industry Engagement
Joint projects, research funding applications, and networking events will foster collaboration between healthcare professionals, researchers, and industry leaders. These initiatives will drive meaningful advancements in digital health and patient care.

Driving Future Growth and Innovation

This partnership reflects HSE Technology and Transformation’s commitment to building a highly skilled workforce, driving digital transformation in healthcare, and supporting Ireland’s future healthcare professionals. By working together, DkIT and HSE Technology and Transformation will foster innovation, create new learning opportunities, and strengthen the healthcare technology sector for years to come.

Stay tuned for updates on this exciting collaboration and how it will shape the future of healthcare technology in Ireland.

To find out more about College Partnerships, please email: Training.TechnologyAndTransformation@hse.ie