Community Health Studies, Specialist Practice Award in District Nursing, MSc / PGDip

Program Overview

The MSc Community Health Studies, Specialist Practice Award in District Nursing prepares nurses for independent and autonomous practice in community settings. The program combines 50% practice and 50% theory, emphasizing the connection between the two. Graduates can advance their careers by seeking Band 7 Team Leader positions and contributing to the evidence base for district nursing practice through practice-based projects.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The MSc Community Health Studies, Specialist Practice Award in District Nursing aims to prepare district nurses to work independently and autonomously in a complex, rapidly changing environment; our aim is to help you become inspirational leaders of the future, transforming practice, contributing to the wider health care agenda. As a result of this Master's Degree you will be able to:

• Work as part of a Primary Health Care Team to provide skilled nursing care to patients in a variety of community settings.
• Take responsibility for managing the caseload and the team.
• Act as the patient's advocate to facilitate the patient's own choices with regard to nursing care, promoting independence and self-care, as appropriate.
• Actively monitor, maintain and develop service/practice innovation through supervision, reflection, skilled professional leadership and integration with other allied health professionals.
• Follow a complex framework of legislation, policy and standards for safe effective medicine management and prescribing practice.
• Conduct a practice-based project in order to add to the evidence base for district nursing practice.
• Seek opportunity to apply for a band 7 Team Leader post.

Outline:

The course is made up of 50% practice and 50% theory, there is a strong emphasis on the relationship between practice and theory. During the course, you will be assigned a Personal Academic Mentor who will provide academic guidance and support for your personal development.

Teaching:

Our academic staff are qualified nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals, many of whom are also practicing clinicians, providing an exceptional combination of theoretical rigour, professional insight, and practical expertise.

Careers:

Successful completion part one of the programme will lead to a PGDip and professional award which can be recorded on the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) register. On successful completion of the Master's Degree you will be able to advance your career seeking opportunity to apply for a Band 7 Team Leader post.