find your perfect postgrad program
Search our Database of 30,000 Courses
Birmingham City University: Community Health Nursing Specialist Practitioner
| Institution | Birmingham City University |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Nursing and Midwifery |
| Web | http://www.bcu.ac.uk |
| courseenquiries@bcu.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0121 331 6295 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Are you are community nurse? Do you want to progress into work as a Specialist Practitioner? If so, why not take the next step with our specialist course which will provide you with the learning and resources you need to become a clinical leader in your community.
What's covered in the course?
We’ll expand your knowledge, as well as the way you think, helping you to reflect, solve problems and think independently, all of which are essential attributes in this challenging but highly rewarding career.
We take a half theory/half practice approach on this course to ensure you gain important knowledge as well as first-hand experience. There will also be an extended period of practice to allow you to develop your skills by participating in vital management of real-life situations and challenges.
You’ll learn to apply the skills and qualities of a specialist practitioner to meet the needs of clients, communities and purchasers, as well as work in a team, creating strong working partnerships.
You’ll discover how to assess the professional, ethical and legal context of the specialist practitioner role, as well as evaluate sources of information to support the assessment and management of long term conditions, the provision of inter-professional palliative care, and effective and efficient case management.
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
| Level | RQF Level 6 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must have at least one of the following: For BSc (Hons) you will need the equivalent of 240 credits of which 120 must be at level 5 (diploma level); For PGDip you will need to provide evidence of successful completion of accredited Level 6 study within the last 5 years; Have a minimum of 1-2 years' professional experience where appropriate; Securing secondment/sponsorship from a Primary Care Trust; You will require DBS and Occupational Health Clearance prior to course entry. |
| Location | City South Campus, Edgbaston Westbourne Road Birmingham B15 3TN |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must have at least one of the following: For BSc (Hons) you will need the equivalent of 240 credits of which 120 must be at level 5 (diploma level); For PGDip you will need to provide evidence of successful completion of accredited Level 6 study within the last 5 years; Have a minimum of 1-2 years' professional experience where appropriate; Securing secondment/sponsorship from a Primary Care Trust; You will require DBS and Occupational Health Clearance prior to course entry. |
| Location | City South Campus, Edgbaston Westbourne Road Birmingham B15 3TN |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must have at least one of the following: For BSc (Hons) you will need the equivalent of 240 credits of which 120 must be at level 5 (diploma level); For PGDip you will need to provide evidence of successful completion of accredited Level 6 study within the last 5 years; Have a minimum of 1-2 years' professional experience where appropriate; Securing secondment/sponsorship from a Primary Care Trust; You will require DBS and Occupational Health Clearance prior to course entry. |
| Location | City South Campus, Edgbaston Westbourne Road Birmingham B15 3TN |
Not what you are looking for?
Browse other courses in Management, Leadership, Health studies, Nursing or Nursing education, or search our comprehensive database of postgrad programs.Postgraduate Bursary Opportunity with Postgrad.com
Are you studying as a PG student at the moment or have you recently been accepted on a postgraduate program? Apply now for one of our £2000 PGS bursaries.
Click here
