Program Overview

Overview

Sharpen your decision-making and  problem-solving ability and learn to meet the challenges of complex clinical  situations in our PgD Advancing Practice in District Nursing with Specialist  Practitioner Qualification. This course is designed for registered nurses  who want to build on their existing knowledge and develop new skills.

Gain training to better meet the political  and organisational demands of delivering care – and advance best practices in your field. Harness your  commitment to the Common Good to make a meaningful difference at the local,  national or global level. Prepare for a challenging and rewarding career as a  specialist practitioner in a course that uses a variety of dynamic learning  opportunities.

At GCU, we give you the tools you  need to succeed. Join a thriving, open and diverse community with a shared belief  in social responsibility.

Our PgD course complies with the  standards of the Nursing and Midwifery Council Standards for specialist  education and practice as well as proficiency for nurse and midwife  prescribers.

Graduate prospects

The PgD Advancing District Nursing practice with Specialist Practitioner Qualification course sets you up for success in an exciting new chapter of your career. All of our students are employed in the National Health Service (NHS); after graduation, our alumni generally pursue roles with NHS service providers that are commensurate with the professional qualification of Specialist Practitioner: District Nursing