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MSc - Master of Science
University of Stirling
Full Time
SEP-25
24 months
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MSc - Master of Science
University of Stirling
Full Time
SEP-25
24 months
MSc - Master of Science
University of Stirling
Part Time
SEP-25
36 months
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Overview
This academic and professional Masters course has been designed to prepare Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registered nurses and/or midwives to fulfil the role of Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visitor).
It will equip you with the higher level of autonomy, knowledge and skills in health visiting practice, enabling you to apply for registration with the NMC as a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visitor).
This course is aligned with Scottish Government policy and legislation that commits to supporting and improving the health and wellbeing outcomes of children, young people and families, upholding their rights and enabling them to thrive (Children and Young People (Scotland) Act 2014); Scottish Government 2022; Public Health Scotland 2022).
The MSc Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visiting) course adopts a strengths-based, student centred, culturally sensitive and trauma informed approach underpinned by the principles of salutogenesis, human valuing, ecological systems theory, and a life course perspective.
You'll be taught by a group of world-leading academics and your experience will be enhanced by working in collaboration with other faculties and researchers. You will also have an opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge in the practice module.
A unique feature of our course is the provision of masterclasses delivered by expert and key note speakers providing real-world experience and up-to-date research. You'll also benefit from a blended approach to teaching that includes face-to-face teaching, webinars, online guided study, group-work, podcasts and experiential learning. Support and guidance is on hand from your personal tutor, as well as your practice supervisor and practice assessor.
Course objectives
The course curriculum is designed to equip NMC registered nurses and midwives to deliver safe and best practice in their role as a culturally competent autonomous health visitor committed to improving the health and wellbeing outcomes for children, families and communities as defined in the Standards of Proficiency for Specialist Community Public Health Nurses (NMC 2022).
The course focuses on the following three themes which have been informed by consultation with our key stakeholders, current policy drivers and the Standards of Proficiency for Specialist Community Public Health Nurses (NMC 2022).
To gain entry to the MSc/PGDip Early Years Practice (Health Visiting), you must meet the following requirements. Valid registration as a nurse or midwife on either parts 1 or 2 of the NMC professional register. We would welcome applications from nurses working in all fields of nursing (Adult, Child, Learning Disability and Mental Health) and midwives. The ability to study at degree level (minimum academic level SCQF Level 9) (NMC 2004; Standard 5). Demonstrate knowledge, skills and competence beyond your initial NMC registration, i.e. normally two years’ post registration experience as a registered nurse or midwife-however, other relevant professional experience can be considered. Each individual application is considered on their own merit. In order to meet the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) practice requirements for the programme, you’ll need to be supported by an NHS Health Board/LA in an approved practice with a nominated practice assessor and practice supervisor. The placement will be negotiated between the University and NHS health boards and local authorities.
Students living in
Domestic
£4,000 per year
Students from Domestic
Fee for the PGDip: £6,075; Fee for the Dissertation: £2,025; Total fee for Masters: £8,000
Students from EU
This course is only available to students with a tuition fee status of Scottish.
Students from International
This course is only available to students with a tuition fee status of Scottish.
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