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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
CU Scarborough
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Learning disabilities nurses provide specialist healthcare and support to people with a significantly reduced ability to understand new or complex information. They work across a range of settings including people鈥檚 homes, primary and community settings, schools and specialist services, in-patient hospitals and care homes.This course aims to equip you to support, empower and safeguard people with learning disabilities. You will explore involving individuals, their families and support networks in the holistic assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care. Successful completion of this course makes you eligible to apply for professional registration as a learning disabilities nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Gain the skills to deliver professional, impactful, evidence-informed care across a range of dynamic and diverse healthcare environments. Learn to collaborate and thrive as a learning disabilities nurse across and within multidisciplinary teams to coordinate safe, evidenced-based care delivery. Study one module at a time, with five weeks of learning followed by one week of assessment per module. All home learners on this course can apply for a minimum payment from the government of 拢5,000 per year. You can apply for additional payments if you incur childcare costs. 50% of your learning will take place in diverse practice-based learning environments where you will apply your theoretical knowledge to the real world.
Why you should study this courseThe course is aimed at committed and enthusiastic individuals who embody a compassionate attitude and are eager to acquire the skills to deliver professional, impactful and evidence-informed care. Our approach supports you to develop a strong sense of professional identity as a learning disabilities nurse from the outset. Learn to thrive in dynamic healthcare environments and multidisciplinary teams, developing your relationship management skills. Focus on one module at a time, with five weeks of learning followed by one week of assessment per module. Gain a strong sense of professional accountability, in preparation to lead, influence and supervise others. Delivered by a team that includes highly skilled, knowledgeable, nursing and allied health professionals. Focusing on digital fluency, curiosity, critical and reflective thinking, this course instils you with the ability to access, evaluate and apply evidence to inform your practice. Access to success coaches, placement supervisors, health and wellbeing services and specialist support for mathematics and academic writing.Coventry University's School of Health and Care collaborates closely with NHS Trusts across the UK to develop the workforce of the future. Together, we鈥檒l prepare you for a rewarding and exciting career with great prospects and the opportunity for lifelong learning.For full course and professional body accreditation information please check the course page on the Coventry University website.
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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