BSc Nursing Studies (Learning Disability)
Course Overview
This program prepares you to become a Registered Nurse in Learning Disabilities (RNLD), working in partnership with individuals and families to promote health, autonomy, and social inclusion. You will develop the expertise to provide holistic, person-centered care and address health inequalities for people with learning disabilities across various settings. The course combines academic study with diverse practice placements to equip you for a rewarding career.
Key Program Highlights
- Eligibility for registration as a Registered Nurse (RNLD) with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) upon successful completion
- Gain hands-on experience through clinical placements in NHS Health Boards and third-sector organizations throughout Scotland
- Explore key themes including forensic practice, person-centered planning, legislation, and addressing health inequalities
- Learn using state-of-the-art simulation suites and a virtual learning environment for flexible, innovative study
- Access diverse career opportunities in community teams, forensic services, specialist units, and hospital liaison
Course Overview
This program prepares you to become a Registered Nurse in Learning Disabilities (RNLD), working in partnership with individuals and families to promote health, autonomy, and social inclusion. You will develop the expertise to provide holistic, person-centered care and address health inequalities for people with learning disabilities across various settings. The course combines academic study with diverse practice placements to equip you for a rewarding career.
Key Program Highlights
- Eligibility for registration as a Registered Nurse (RNLD) with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) upon successful completion
- Gain hands-on experience through clinical placements in NHS Health Boards and third-sector organizations throughout Scotland
- Explore key themes including forensic practice, person-centered planning, legislation, and addressing health inequalities
- Learn using state-of-the-art simulation suites and a virtual learning environment for flexible, innovative study
- Access diverse career opportunities in community teams, forensic services, specialist units, and hospital liaison
Requirements
Modules
- Foundations of Nursing Practice
- Introduction to Nursing and Professional Values
- Introduction to Nursing Care Throughout the Lifespan
- Becoming a Graduate Nurse
- Health, Wellbeing and Inequalities
- Practice Learning Experience Part 1
- Understanding Excellence in Care
- Promoting personal outcomes for people with complex needs (LD)
- Developing partnerships with people with learning disabilities, families and other professionals
- Individuals, Teams, and Communities
- Practice Learning Experience Part 2a
- Practice Learning Experience Part 2b
- Delivering Excellence in Care
- Practice Leadership and Care Coordination in Learning Disability Nursing
- Forensic Learning Disability Nursing
- Understanding Professional Teams and Leadership
- Practice learning experience Part 3a
- Practice Learning Experience Part 3B
