Becoming a Professional Advocate (PA)
University of NorthamptonWaterside Campus, Northampton
Course overview
This RCN accredited 20-credit level 7 module, has been developed with NHS England and NHS Improvement (NHSEI) to support your development to become a Professional Advocate (PA). The module focuses on leadership and clinical supervision that promotes quality improvement within clinical practice, that enhances the wellbeing and resilience of the clinical team. Over the course of the module, you will be supported to critically appraise and develop the key knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a PA.
You will be encouraged to develop existing leadership and advocacy skills to utilise the A-EQUIP model to enhance both personal and professional practice of yourself, and others in your clinical practice. For more information please email: [email protected]. RCN accreditation aligns The University of Northampton to the RCN’s standards of excellence.
As a delegate on an RCN accredited programme the delivered content will promote best practice and lead to improved patient care.
Key highlights
- RCN accredited 20-credit level 7 module
- Developed with NHS England and NHS Improvement
- Focuses on leadership and clinical supervision for quality improvement
- Applies the A-EQUIP model to personal and professional practice
- Supports wellbeing and resilience of clinical teams
- Builds knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a PA
Entry requirements
You will be a graduate nurse or Allied Health Professional or have evidence of recent study at level 6. And you will have support from line manager/PA Lead.
Scholarships
Alumni PGCE Bursary Award
This will be a £500 cash payment that will not have to be repaid and does not affect the payment of a student’s maintenance loans.
Up to £500Chevening Scholarships
Sir John Lowther Scholarship
The Sir John Lowther Scholarship provides financial awards of up to £2,000 to a postgraduate student within the Arts.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Professional Nurse Advocate
- Clinical Supervisor
- Senior Staff Nurse
- Clinical Nurse Lead
- Practice Development Nurse
Cost of study
UK/Home: £967 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 Northampton, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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