PG Dip Specialist Community Public Health Nursing in Liverpool United Kingdom | Liverpool John Moores University

Liverpool John Moores University | Liverpool United Kingdom
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 18,250
(c. USD24,440.58)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Pursue your Specialist Community Public Health Nursing qualification at LJMU, with pathways available in School Nursing and Health Visiting.

Applications for this program are processed through the NHS jobs platform.

Earn a Level 7 professional qualification offering career pathways in School Nursing and Health Visiting
Gain insights from nursing experts and guest specialists in this modern program that includes professional registration
Experience a curriculum commended by the NMC for its practical focus and exceptional relevance to real-world nursing
Demonstrate your professional competencies, as defined by the Nursing and Midwifery Council, through both academic and practical assessments
Complete 22 weeks of hands-on clinical placements
Option to upgrade to a BSc (Hons) degree (Level 6) for qualified nurses holding a DipHE or current NMC registration
This forward-thinking program blends 50% academic study with 50% supervised clinical practice, fostering both clinical expertise and teamwork skills.
Graduates of the SCPHN program will be prepared to drive innovation in public health nursing services.

Intake begins: September
Program format: Full-time study
Duration: 1 academic year


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

Minimum Academic Entry Requirement 120 Credits at Level 4 120 Credits at Level 5 120 Credits at Level 6 The Degree must normally be in a Health related area Nongraduates may in exceptional circumstances gain entry to the programme by virtue of a strong portfolio which provides evidence of significant achievement These must meet both of the following criteria Have a Diploma in HE in a related area eg nursing or public health and Written work equivalent to the standard of a First Degree for example Papers presented at conferences Publications Reports and innovative proposals Successful project management experience Professional Requirements A challenge assessment may be required Must be a level 1 nurse on part one or part two of the NMC Professional Register Where a nurse or midwife has not yet received confirmation of registration from the NMC LJMU must receive evidence prior to the student starting the programme that the student has successfully completed their preregistration nursing or midwifery programme and that the student has made an application for NMC registration If the student has not received registration within two months the student will normally be withdrawn from the programme NMC circular 62011 Students cannot be exempted from meeting any programme requirement NMC circular 12011 Students must be seconded or sponsored by an NHS Organisation Recruitment A coordinated approach to recruitment is established between the local NHS organisations and Liverpool John Moores University Satisfactory references Occupational Health clearance and DBS check are also required

Tuition GBP 18,250

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