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  PG Cert - Practice Nursing


De Montfort University    Faculty of Health & Life Sciences

Part time September, January PGCert 40 weeks part time over two semesters
Nursing & Health (27)

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The PG Cert in Practice Nursing is a postgraduate programme designed to equip registered nurses with the necessary skills and knowledge to work in general practice. The programme offers a flexible study option, allowing you to tailor your learning to suit your professional needs. With a focus on both academic and clinical skills, you will gain competencies in key areas such as venepuncture, wound management, immunisations, and cervical cytology. The course is subsidised by Health Education East Midlands, and the teaching team consists of experienced practitioners in the field. Entry requirements include a relevant UK honours degree and registration with the NMC.

About the course

The Practice Nursing programme is a 60 credit at level 7 (postgraduate) programme which means that on successful completion of the programme you will be awarded with a Post Graduate Certificate (PG Cert) in Practice Nursing. The teaching provided on the programme is shared with level 6 (postgraduate) students.

The aim of the programme is to prepare registered nurses who have not worked in general practice before to have a baseline competence in the General Practice Nursing (GPN) role. The programme incorporates academic learning and work-based learning.

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Entry Requirements

A UK honours degree (2:2 or above in a relevant subject, or equivalent)
A minimum of 60 credits (inclusive of research) at level 6
Evidence of recent study (within the last 5 years)
Effective registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) professional register
Be employed as a general practice nurse by the start of the programme
You must complete a declaration form and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting the course, which need to be cleared in accordance with DMU’s admission policy


Fees

This programme is currently supported by the Local Education Training Board and Health Education East Midlands.

For the 2022/23 academic year employers are required to pay a £600 contribution towards the cost of the programme.

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