ObjectivesMany national reports emphasise that working with and caring for children and young people demands specialist knowledge and skills. This is because the needs of the child and young person vary according to age, growth and stage of development. The needs of children, young people and their families are not only related to the science of nursing such as physical and technical factors but also to the art of nursing which incorporates psychological, social, emotional, cultural, spiritual beliefs, respect for diversity and gender issues and humanistic caring activities.
Entry requirementsEntry requirements: A second class honours degree (or above) in a relevant subject such as Biology, Sociology, Psychology or Social Science.
Academic titleGraduate Diploma Child Nursing
Course descriptionGraduate Diploma Child Nursing
Programme
Year 1
* Lifespan Development
* Individual Health Needs
* Personal Academic Development
* Preparation for Professional Practice (IP)
* Communication (IP)
Year 2
* Community Child Health
* Paediatric Acute Altered Health Status
* Portfolio 1
* Risk Assessment and Risk Management (IP)
* Communication in Groups (IP)
Year 3
* Paediatric Emergencies
* Paediatric Enduring Altered Health Status
* Portfolio 2
* Team Working (IP)
* Communication in Health & Social Care (IP)