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InstitutionProgram

Institution

University of Stirling

Currency

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Program Level

MSc

Program

Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visiting)

Summary

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.

Tuition Fees

8000.00 €

Duration

Year

Application Fee

0.00 €

Living Costs

0.00 €

CertificateName

MSc Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visiting)

Intake

September

Program Length

2 years

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