Community Practitioner Nurse Prescribing
University of DerbyChesterfield, United Kingdom
Course overview
• Assess and consult with patient/clients, clients, parents and carers • Undertake a thorough history, including medication history and current medication (including over-the-counter, alternative and complementary health therapies) to inform diagnosis • Understand and apply the relevant legislation to the practice of nurse prescribing • Critically appraise, use sources of information/advice and decision support systems in prescribing practice • Understand the influences that can affect prescribing practice, and demonstrate your understanding by managing your prescribing practice in an ethical way • Understand and apply knowledge of drug actions in prescribing practice
Key highlights
- Develops patient assessment and consultation skills with clients, parents and carers
- Covers full medication histories, including complementary and over-the-counter therapies
- Applies legislation governing nurse prescribing to everyday practice
- Builds skills in using decision support systems for prescribing
- Explores ethical prescribing and influences on prescribing practice
- Applies knowledge of drug actions to prescribing decisions
Entry requirements
Have a professional qualification (Diploma, Degree or equivalent) Hold a minimum of two years appropriate clinical experience as a registered nurse. Have appropriate background knowledge and experience. Demonstrate the ability to study at academic level 6 (degree level) Have an approved Mentor or Practice Teacher, normally recognised by the employing / Health Service commissioning organisation as having relevant experience and training in the supervision support and assessment of trainees
Scholarships
10% Alumni Discount
All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.
Up to 10% of fees25% Alumni Discount
The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.
Up to £1,000Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
Please contact the provider.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Careers this course leads to
- Community Practitioner Nurse Prescriber
- District Nurse
- Health Visitor
- School Nurse
- Community Staff Nurse
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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