Developed in collaboration with NHS Trusts, the program provides hands-on experience through placements in prestigious partner hospitals. Our modern facilities, including high-tech simulation suites, ensure you gain practical skills in realistic emergency care situations. Accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council, our course guarantees the highest standard of education. With a focus on flexibility, the program allows you to shape your nursing career, specializing in areas like neonatal care or paediatric oncology.

You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of child development from infancy to adolescence, learning to assess, plan, and implement effective healthcare strategies. Critical thinking, decision-making, and teamwork will become second nature, equipping you to provide optimal care while evolving into a self-reflective and analytical practitioner.

Our strong partnerships with NHS and independent health organizations ensure excellent placement opportunities, with approximately 500 pre-registration students on placement at any given time. Upon completion, you'll be eligible to enter the professional nursing register, receiving career guidance from a dedicated Professional Development Tutor. Nursing offers a flexible and varied career, allowing specialization in areas like neonatal care or paediatric oncology. Professional accreditation by the Nursing and Midwifery Council guarantees that our education and training meet the highest standards, setting you on a path to success in the nursing profession.

After working with our students to gather feedback on what they love most about our courses, we’re making some changes to how we structure and teach our programmes for the start of the 2024/25 academic year. You can find more information about how this course is affected by viewing the relevant course information sheet on our Learning Framework page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/learning-framework/