Non medical prescribing for nurses
Who should attend this course?
All nurses and midwives registered with the NMC.
Course content
The non medical prescribing for nurses course provides opportunities to develop and demonstrate knowledge, understanding and skills in prescribing practice through independent reasoned thought, systematic enquiry, reflection and evaluation.
Topics include:
- Systematic approaches to assessment and diagnosis
- Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
- Factors that influence prescribing practice and patients' use of medication
- Evidence based sources of information Legal, professional and ethical issues associated with the role.
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How does this course map the NHS KSF?
- This course contributes to the development of knowledge and understanding for
- Core dimensions 1 - 6
- Health and well-being 1 - 10
- General 1, 2, 5 and 7
- Information and Knowledge 1 - 3
Assessment
The following assessments are undertaken:
- Practice Portfolio demonstrating achievement of required practice learning hours and professional competencies
- Numeracy assessment
- Examination
- Prescribing analysis
- OSCE
Why choose this course?
How to apply
Apply for the Non medical prescribing for nurses course
Entry requirements...
You will be required to hold current registration with the HPC and experience in a relevant field of practice for your intended prescribing role.
You should also have support from your employer with appropriate supervised practice in a clinical area together with a Doctor who is willing to support and assess you in supervised practice.
Current CRB clearance is also necessary.
Course fees
Credit/level : 6 or 7 / 30
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Contract funding for NHS staff
The University is contracted by the NHS to provide post-registration education/CPD and training for its health professionals.
If you are an NHS employee contact the senior manager responsible for post-registration education/CPD in your Trust to check if the course you wish to attend can be supported by the Trust's contract with our University.
Study routes
- Part Time