Advanced Practice In Neonatal Nursing - MSc - Distance Learning

Similar to our MSc Advanced Practice course, this route allows you to apply advanced practice to the specialisation of neonatal nursing.

Similar to our MSc Advanced Practice course, this route allows you to apply advanced practice to the specialisation of neonatal nursing. For a qualified nurse currently working in neonatal nursing, this course provides the opportunity to take the next step to an advanced career role. You'll gain an in-depth understanding of the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you need to practice at an advanced level, as well as the ability to critically appraise relevant health and social policy. You'll also acquire the knowledge and skills you need to address ethical and professional issues, and the ability to apply current scientific knowledge to initiate change and improve care for infants and families, as well as identifying potential areas for nursing research in clinical practice. As a graduate, you'll enjoy increased employment opportunities in the nursing profession. You'll develop a combination of theoretical and practical skills in this course, including critical thinking when considering the issues associated with practice, knowledge and application of research methods and their application, and efficient approaches to time management, prioritisation and workload planning. You will also learn to recognise and manage the personal stresses of the profession, and become proficient in the use of the latest technologies in the practice of your role. View Full Screen

What's involved Based over three years part-time, the course is conducted as a blended learning process, involving a combination of lectures, tutorials, practice experience, online study, workshops and independent study. Year 1 Advanced Neonatal Nursing Practice 1, Advanced Neonatal Nursing Practice 2, Research Methods Year 2 Advanced Neonatal Nursing Practice 3, Non-medical Prescribing Year 3 Dissertation

Requirements at a glance Entry to the course To apply, you must be a Registered General Nurse or Registered Sick Children's Nurse, Registered Nurse (Child Health) or Registered Midwife with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. You must be able to show evidence of a specific neonatal education course independent of the pre-registration programme, and have a minimum of three years' experience in a neonatal intensive care environment. You must have an Honours degree or a postgraduate diploma or a professional qualification recognised as being equivalent to an honours degree, and have the support, in writing, of your nursing/midwifery manager to undertake the course.Fees Table Fees 2012/13 2013/14 Home/EUOverseasHome/EUOverseasStage 1£1,700£4,650£1,700£4,840Stage 2£1,700£4,650£1,700£4,840Stage 3£350£1,050£350£1,080Total Fee£3,750£10,350£3,750£10,760