
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 £4,000Academic 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 £2,000Alumni 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 £3,000International School Scholarships
Value: £1,000 per year – awarded automatically.
Up to £1,000Prompt 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
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 Wolverhampton, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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