University of Wolverhampton

University Statement of Credit Neonatal and Infant physical examination (L6)

University of WolverhamptonUniversity: Walsall Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

This course allows registered midwives and nurses to study towards the development of skills to undertake Newborn and Infant Physical Examinations (NIPE) in line with national requirements (NHS England, 2024).

Key highlights

  • Develops skills to perform Newborn and Infant Physical Examinations (NIPE)
  • Aligned with national NHS England (2024) NIPE requirements
  • Designed for registered midwives and nurses already working with babies
  • Level 6 statement of credit for continuing professional development

Entry requirements

Applicants are required to evidence the following:; Diploma in Higher Education in midwifery or nursing; Current NMC registration pin with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).; In addition, applicants should possess a current enhanced DBS and be up to date with their NHS trusts’ mandatory training. They should have the opportunity to examine babies as part of their normal role.

Scholarships

  • Academic Excellence Postgraduate Scholarship

    Value of scholarship: £4,000

    Up to £4,000
  • Academic Excellence Undergraduate Scholarship

    £4,000 Year 1; £2,000 Year 2; £2,000 Year 3.

  • Access Bursary

    The Access Bursary is a £2000 cash payment paid during the 1st and second years of study.

    Up to £2,000
  • Alumni Scholarship

    Value: £2k for Second class honours Or £3k for First class achievement.

  • Chevening Scholarship

  • Global Opportunities Undergraduate Regional Scholarship

    There are 25 scholarships of £3,000 per year for students.

    Up to £3,000
  • International School Scholarships

    Value: £1,000 per year – awarded automatically.

    Up to £1,000
  • Prompt Payment Discount

    Early Deposit Payment Discount - £500 discount; Early Full Fee Payment Discount - £1,000 discount.

  • University of Wolverhampton Sports Scholarship

    Tier One Scholarship: Scholars can receive up to £1,500 per academic year for their course of study. Tier Two Scholarship: Scholars can receive up to £1,000 per academic year.

  • WLV Women in Engineering Scholarships

    We are offering scholarships of £1,000 to be awarded, to female students beginning their engineering education at the University.

    Up to £1,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Registered Midwife (NIPE practitioner)
  • Neonatal Nurse
  • Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
  • Neonatal Practitioner
  • Community Midwife

Cost of study

UK/Home: £1050 per year

Admission

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