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BSc Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Learning Disability)

Northumbria University

Institution
Northumbria University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Learning Disability) BSc (Hons)
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
B741
Typical offer
A-level CA, UCAS 96-112

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff: 96 to 112 Tariff Points Subject requirements: There are no specific subject requirements for this course.

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Learning Disabilities Nursing BSc (Hons), preparing students for professional practice. Core topics include Clinical Skills, Critical & Analytical Training, Ethics & Professional Practice. The curriculum incorporates clinical placements in partnership with the NHS and adheres to the Nursing and Midwifery Council Future Nurse standards.

Modules

  • Skills for Academic Success in a UK University
  • Introduction to Evidence Based Practice in Health and Ill Health Registered Nurse Learning Disability
  • Applied Life and Social Sciences, Planning and Evaluating Care
  • Practice Module 1: Becoming a Safe, Caring Professional
  • Nursing Skills 1: Introduction to Nursing Assessment Skills
  • Nursing Skills 2: Development of Communication Skills and Nursing Interventions
  • Skills for Academic Success in a UK University
  • Capability, Empowerment and Capacity in Learning Disability Nursing
  • Perspectives of Complex Care in Learning Disability Nursing
  • Practice Module 2: Developing Shared Decision Making
  • Nursing Skills 3: Developing Evidence-Based Skills for Best Practice
  • Nursing Skills 4: Enhancing Clinical Skills for Complex Care
  • Skills for Academic Success in a UK University
  • Transition to Accountable Practitioner in Learning Disability Nursing
  • Practice Module (3) Leadership, Quality and Team Work
  • Nursing Skills 5: Leading and Improving Safety and Care Quality
  • Nursing Skills 6: Advancing Nursing Skills