Buckinghamshire New University: Specialist Practitioner Qualification (District Nursing)

Name: Specialist Practitioner Qualification (District Nursing)
Availability: InStock
Author: Buckinghamshire New University

Institution	Buckinghamshire New University
Department	College of Health and Society
Web	http://www.bnu.ac.uk
Email	advice@bucks.ac.uk
Telephone	0330 123 2023
Study type	Taught

Summary

Led by a team of highly skilled Specialist Practice Lecturers who have strong links with the wider nursing community, this NMC-approved programme will help give you the skills you need to be able to inspire and lead community teams with gravitas.

We strongly believe in the importance of working in partnership with people with lived experience. We collaborate with Experts by Experience and invite them into the classroom to share their story with authenticity. This helps you to reflect on your impact on patients and families as well as understand the landscape of health from the patient and carer’s perspective.

Why study at Buckinghamshire New University?

The SPQ District Nursing programme is designed to prepare registered you with the advanced knowledge, clinical proficiencies, critical thinking skills and professional behaviours required to meet the NMC standards of proficiency for community nursing specialist practice qualifications for District Nursing.

It emphasises the development of specialist expertise in community healthcare, equipping you with enhanced skills in leading autonomous practice. This will enable you to provide high-quality, individualised care that meets the holistic needs of diverse people and populations within community settings.

You will learn to be accountable and autonomous leaders of community nursing services, adept at working collaboratively with individuals, families and communities, within the context of the wider community interprofessional workforce. Skills in leading change will be fostered, providing the opportunity for you to plan and implement tangible service improvements within the context of district nursing.

You will benefit from an excellent standard of teaching provided by staff from the University and practice, in partnership with our NHS Trust partners. As well as this you will be taught by lecturers who have a wide expertise in the field. Our lecturers also maintain close links with practice, ensuring that the programme is up-to-date with modern practice.

We offer continuous support throughout the programme, and you will receive personal tutoring and benefit from a high level of research within the teaching team. Your personal tutor will help guide you through your studies, support you with your academic development and give advice when needed.

Highly regarded by students and practice partners for our teaching in this area, BNU has a strong reputation for its District nurse training. You will work with highly skilled academics, who have worked in the community – and spend time in practice yourself, consolidating and deepening your understanding and skills.

What facilities can I use?

We have a range of state-of-the-art facilities for you to access, including our Nursing Simulation Labs, multi-storey library and IT suites. You will be able to access our full range of support services, including the Learning Development Unit for skills and study support, the Careers and Employability Team, Student Finance Team, Accommodation and Counselling Services.

Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip

Full-Time, 1 years starts Sep 2026

Level	RQF Level 7
Entry requirements	You must be an Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registered nurse (Level 1) with relevant professional registration, capable of safe and effective practice at the level of proficiency appropriate to the NMC approved community nursing specialist practice qualification programme. You must have the equivalent of one-year full-time hours working in a relevant community nursing role and be able to evidence appropriate post-registration experience to Buckinghamshire New University and Practice Learning Partners. As an NMC registered nurse, which could include NHS, non-NHS, self-employed and self-funding applicants, you will require access to a district nursing clinical practice setting, and to a Practice Supervisor and Practice Assessor who meet the requirements of the NMC Standards of Student Supervision and Assessment and can facilitate successful completion of the programme learning outcomes. Governance structures to support learning must be in place, in addition to a commitment to student support and learning. Your application must be supported by two references, one of which must refer to your professional competence. Where appropriate, one referee must be from your current employer. You will have in place a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. If you are self-employed, you must prove that indemnity insurance and DBS requirements are met. You must evidence the competence, experience and academic ability to study at the required level of the programme. The minimum academic criteria for admission to this programme is usually 120 credits at level 6 in Nursing. However, experienced nurses who have fewer than 120 credits at level 6 and relevant professional experience will be asked to undertake a written assessment to demonstrate to the programme team of their ability to study at level 7. Your previous study, professional and/or vocational experiences may be recognised as the equivalent learning experience and permit exemption from studying certain modules in accordance with our accreditation of prior learning (APL) process. A self-declaration of good health and character will be undertaken as part of the admission process and will be repeated at the end of the programme prior to your qualification being recorded with the NMC. A selection process for employed applicants in collaboration with practice-based learning partners is undertaken and will include a value-based interview. It may also include academic skills tests, group discussion and presentation. During the interview, we will provide advice and guidance to ensure you fully understand the entry requirements for the programme and what you need to do to succeed once you are enrolled. Interview questions from Experts by Experience (People who use services and carers) are also included and, where possible and practical for them, we endeavour to include them on the interview panel in person. Reasonable adjustments can be made during the interview process to accommodate individuals with specific needs, ensuring equal opportunities and a fair assessment of abilities. A selection process for self-employed applicants will follow the Application Process for Self-Funding Learners – PGDip Specialist Practice Qualification flow chart to ensure that all required practice learning support and governance structures are in place.
Location	High Wycombe Campus Queen Alexandra Rd High Wycombe HP11 2JZ

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