Program Overview

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Wrexham University

Wrexham University is a higher education institution that offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and short courses.

Study Options

The university provides various study options, including:

• Undergraduate courses
• Postgraduate courses
• Part-time courses
• Short courses
• Online courses
• International courses

Course Details

One of the short courses offered by the university is the Fundamentals of Community Nursing.

Course Overview

This module is designed to align with the NMC SPQ Standards (NMC 2022) and provides the foundations for the development of a competent, accountable practitioner.

Key Course Features

• Designed in alignment with the NMC (2022) SPQ standards
• Opportunity to undertake Level 7 study prior to embarking on a Level 7 study programme
• Provides a unique opportunity to build confidence in academic ability
• Opportunity for progression to the SPQ programme
• Delivery is for 8 consecutive weeks
• Funding can be sourced for this module for those working in a community setting within BCUHB and Powys LHB

What You Will Study

The Fundamentals of Community Nursing contains the following indicative syllabus:

• Learning through simulation
• Community-based case scenarios
• Person-centred care in unpredictable situations risk reduction
• Exploring personal values and beliefs
• Accountability, autonomy, and self-awareness
• Professional judgement
• Duty of candour, advocacy, and transparency
• Inclusivity, stigma, and bias
• Admission, discharge, and referral processes
• Political drivers within Health and Social Care
• Introduction to compassionate leadership
• Emotional intelligence
• Personal health and wellbeing
• Literacy, numeracy, digital, and technical skills
• Conversational Welsh language

Entry Requirements and Applying

Applicants must be NMC registered nurses with current professional registration.

Teaching and Assessment

The university adopts an Active Learning Framework (ALF) approach to teaching and learning.

• Formative assessments:
  1. Multiple choice questions via MS Forms on conversational Welsh language within community nursing
  2. Simulation scenario based on a clinical home visit, followed by reflection and simulation debrief
• Summative assessment:
  • Digital Group Presentation of the outcomes of a simulated scenario

Fees and Funding

｣500 at Level 7 (per 10 credits) Funding can be sourced for this module for those working in a community setting within BCUHB and Powys LHB.

Course Dates

Start Date: Wednesday, 1st October 2025

Related Courses

• PGDip Community Specialist Practice (District Nursing)

About the University

Wrexham University has various faculties, including:

• Arts, Science, and Technology
• Social and Life Science The university also has a research focus on economic, social, and cultural development.