Nursing (Specialist District Nursing) with NMC Recordable SPQ MSc/PG Dip

Program Overview

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This program provides a flexible route to a master's level qualification with a recordable Specialist Practitioner Qualification (PG Diploma only) with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). The program integrates theory and practice, offering a unique blend of academic rigor and practical experience. Graduates can pursue careers as specialist district nurses in various settings, including hospitals, community health centers, and private practices.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

The Nursing (Specialist District Nursing) with NMC Recordable SPQ is a postgraduate program designed for nurses seeking to advance their knowledge and skills to an expert specialist level within district nursing. This program provides a flexible route to a master's level qualification with a recordable Specialist Practitioner Qualification (PG Diploma only) with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

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Objectives:

• To equip graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to deliver safe and effective specialist practice to patients and clients.
• To develop graduates' confidence in making higher-level clinical decisions and driving consistent advancements in clinical healthcare.
• To empower graduates to navigate strategic or operational change within their workplaces.

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Program Description:

This program integrates theory and practice, offering a unique blend of academic rigor and practical experience. Participants will dedicate 50% of their time to theory-based sessions and private study, while the remaining 50% is devoted to clinical practice in district nursing teams.

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Key Features:

• NMC-recordable Specialist Practitioner Qualification (PG Diploma pathway)
• Expert-developed core and clinical modules
• Integration of Community Formulary Prescribing (CFP) v100
• Successful completion of CFP module (V100) enables graduates to prescribe from the CFP formulary in practice
• Applicants must be supported by their manager and hospital trust.

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Outline:

The program consists of a combination of taught modules, independent study, and clinical practice experiences.

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Modules:

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Semester 1:

• SPEC 5608: Developing Expertise in District Nursing (30 credits)
• SPEC 5615: The Community Agenda (15 credits)
• SPEC 5610: Research Methods for Health Professionals (15 credits)

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Semester 2:

• SPEC 5604: Physical and Psychosocial Examination and Consultation Skills for Specialist Practice (30 credits)
• SPEC 5601: Accountable Practitioner (15 credits)
• SPEC 5603: Influencing/Innovating and Problem Solving in Clinical Practice (15 credits)
• NMAH 3112 (V100): Community Formulary Prescribing (0 credit module)

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Assessment:

Assessment methods vary depending on the module and may include:

• Written assignments
• Presentations
• Clinical skills assessments
• Practical examinations
• Case studies

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Teaching:

The program employs a range of teaching and learning strategies, including:

• Teacher-led sessions
• Student-led seminars and presentations
• Discussions and tutorials
• Independent study
• Focused reflection
• Experiential teaching methods

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Careers:

Graduates can pursue careers as specialist district nurses in various settings, including hospitals, community health centers, and private practices.

• The program duration is one year full-time for the PGDip with NMC SPQ pathway and two to six years part-time for the MSc with NMC SPQ pathway.
• The program start date is October 2023.
• The program is funded by Health Education England.
• Applicants must have a UK honours degree (2:2 or above in a relevant subject, or equivalent) and at least two years' clinical experience in nursing.
• Successful completion of the program requires a 3-day induction and attendance according to the schedule for each module.
• The program is offered at De Montfort University Leicester UK.
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