Community Health Nursing Specialist Practitioner - District Nursing - BSc (Hons) / PgDip

This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to become a specialist practitioner in community health nursing, with a focus on district nursing. You'll learn how to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for individuals and communities across the healthcare continuum. Our experienced faculty will guide you through theoretical and practical learning experiences, preparing you for a rewarding career in this field. Graduates of this course have gone on to work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community organizations.

Additional Information

This course is designed for nurses who want to specialize in community health nursing and district nursing. It's also suitable for those who are new to the field but have experience working in healthcare. Our students come from a variety of backgrounds, including registered nurses, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals.

Unlock Your Potential at Birmingham City University - Home to Expert Nursing Education and Cutting-Edge Facilities

Birmingham City University has a long history of excellence in nursing education, with a strong reputation for producing skilled and compassionate healthcare professionals. Our faculty are experts in their fields and have extensive experience working in healthcare, giving you the opportunity to learn from the best. Our state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology will provide you with the best possible learning environment. Plus, our location in Birmingham gives you access to a diverse range of clinical placements and opportunities for networking with other healthcare professionals.

Well expand your knowledge, as well as the way you think, helping you to reflect, solve problems and think independently, all of which are essential attributes in this challenging but highly rewarding career. We take a half theory/half practice approach on this course to ensure you gain important knowledge as well as first-hand experience. There will also be an extended period of practice to allow you to develop your skills by participating in vital management of real-life situations and challenges. Youll learn to apply the skills and qualities of a specialist practitioner to meet the needs of clients, communities, and purchasers, as well as work in a team, creating strong working partnerships.

For BSc (Hons) you will need the equivalent of 240 credits of which 120 must be at level 5 (diploma level).