BSc(Hons) Nursing (Learning Disability)

Learning disability nursing is an exciting and rewarding career where you can support people from a range of backgrounds to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. Learning disability nurses provide hands-on care, as well as emotional and educational support in order to promote an individuals independence. They work in peoples homes, schools, respite units, hospitals, and security services to empower individuals to achieve their potential and have more choice and control over their lives. Working in partnership with the individual and their families, learning disability nurses work independently and with other professionals, learning how to respond to individual needs. The course is designed to help you become a competent, caring, and compassionate nurse who can work confidently with a high level of personal and technical skills to improve the quality of life of people with a learning disability. You'll spend half of your time undertaking theoretical study and the other half in practice as you develop your knowledge and skills in order to empower, advocate and protect the rights of marginalized people. These will include communication and interpersonal skills, person-centered working, leadership and management, evidence-based decision making, and team working.

A Level - BBB BTEC - DDM

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.