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PGCert Emergency Nursing

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Study mode

Part time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

Postgraduate Certificate

Subject areas

Nursing

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Why choose this course?

The Postgraduate Certificate in Emergency Nursing programme will extend your knowledge and skills within the Emergency and urgent care settings.

This programme will give you the confidence and competence to provide care to a wide range of patients presenting to an Emergency or Urgent care setting

We have developed the programme by listening to the most junior to most senior members of the Emergency care teams and ensuring the course content and curriculum design reflects that

Key course features

A programme structure based on a 50% theory and 50% practice divided in programme hours.

Assessment of practice learning through a portfolio of evidence allows you to demonstrate your progression in practice.

High and low fidelity simulation throughout.

Teaching provided by subject area specialists with current practice and a programme leader who is an emergency nurse and an advanced nurse practitioner working in the NHS.

The programme team work in partnership with the University Health Board

Career prospects

Students all working in the NHS

Seconded by the Health board or NHS Trust

Our

  • Careers & Employability
  • service is there to help you make decisions and plan the next steps towards a bright future. From finding work or further study to working out your interests, skills and aspirations, they can provide you with the expert information, advice and guidance you need.

Modules

Poly-trauma, Prehospital care, Resuscitation Room, care of the child and young person, care of the older person, mental health, disaster planning.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£2,432

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

Please visit website for the fee details.

Entry requirements

All applicants must meet the following criteria: You must be registered with the NMC, Two years post registration experience in the emergency or urgent care setting, DBS will be part of the NHS.

University information

Wrexham University offers a wide range of postgraduate courses, along with part-time and professional qualifications. Renowned for its high standards of teaching and inclusive learning community, the university is home to over 9,000 students, with around 1,500 of these enrolled in postgraduate study. The university's main campus, based in Wrexham, is where you'll find the majority of courses. There's also a rural campus a short distance...more