Course Overview

The course specifically caters for clinically experienced nurses seeking a flexible route to a masters level qualification that has a recordable Specialist Practitioner Qualification (PG Diploma only) with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Reasons to study Nursing (Specialist District Nursing) with NMC Recordable SPQ at DMU: With an integrated theory and practice approach, you will develop the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for the safe and effective specialist practice to patients and clients, as well as the confidence to deliver higher-level clinical decision making, make consistent developments and advancements in clinical healthcare, and drive through strategic or operational change within your workplace Our strong links with clinical practice, combined with direct input and teaching from experienced colleagues in clinical settings, ensure your learning is relevant to current practice You will benefit from experienced visiting lecturers, ensuring your learning is at the cutting-edge of developments in the sector

General Eligibility

• A UK honours degree (2:2 or above in a relevant subject, or equivalent)

• A minimum of 60 credits (inclusive of research) at level 6 plus three years’ clinical experience

• Effective registration on the NMC professional register

• At least two years’ clinical experience in nursing in a chosen field of practice, and demonstration of experience in leadership, within your clinical area either through continued professional development (CPD) or publication of clinical articles/material

• You should also be able to demonstrate that you have the requisite clinical skills and relevant CPD required and therefore be in a position to develop higher level skills

• Demonstration of direct and continuing contact with clients who have specialist care needs, prior to and continuing throughout the duration of the course

• Provide two references, one giving emphasis to academic ability and the second relevant to clinical experience

• You will be expected to attend an interview

You must complete a declaration form and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (if you are overseas you will also need to submit a criminal records certificate from your home country), before starting the course, which need to be cleared in accordance with DMU’s admission policy. Contact us for up-to-date information.

Part Time Work Details

N/A

Language Requirement

• If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent when you start the course is essential. English language tuition, delivered by our British Council accredited Centre for English Language Learning (CELL), is available both before and during the course.