Program Overview
Course Details
Prescribing medicines is a key area of practice for many nurses and midwives looking to progress professionally and develop a broader skillset. The University of Bolton's Non-Medical Independent and Supplementary Prescribing for Nurses and Midwives V300 professional development course covers all the relevant theoretical areas of independent and supplementary prescribing. You'll explore a wide range of subjects, including clinical pharmacology, the psychology of prescribing and professional accountability, and have the opportunity to complete practice-based learning under the supervision of your Practice Assessor.
Suitable for first-level nurses, midwives or health visitors on the Professional Register maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Council, this course offers a comprehensive introduction to independent and supplementary prescribing, split across theoretical learning and practice.
When you have successfully completed the course, you'll possess an understanding of the legal and professional frameworks, enhanced pharmacological knowledge and the ability to prescribe safely, appropriately and cost-effectively for all age groups.
Highlights
Our academic staff have a wealth of industry experience in NHS settings and relevant research positions.
We've been offering high-quality courses specifically designed to meet the needs of the health and social care sector for over 30 years.
This course combines knowledge of theory and practice. We'll support you in developing your prescribing consultation skills and applying your growing understanding of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics in practice.
When you successfully complete the course, you'll be eligible to register your qualification as a Nurse Independent/Supplementary Prescriber with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. You'll also possess 40 credits at Level HE7 that can be used to contribute to a larger award in the University of Bolton's professional development framework.
Key Features
Our courses are developed to reflect the requirements of the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework and are updated regularly in accordance with the changing healthcare landscape.
As part of this course, you'll have the opportunity to develop employability skills, values and behaviours, including action planning, personal impact and confidence.
You'll explore how to communicate effectively with patients and carers and assess patients' needs for medicines, taking account of their wishes, values, ethnicity and choices in their treatment.
We review the course curriculum regularly to ensure we incorporate contemporary theories and advancements.
This course is designed to help you achieve your potential and encourages you to take charge of your development to advance your career in healthcare.
Your employer may give you financial support to undertake this course, or you may be self-funded.
When you successfully complete this course, the University of Bolton will award you an Advanced Diploma of CPD in Non-Medical Independent and Supplementary Prescribing for Nurses and Midwives worth 40 credits at Level HE7.
