NUR-10053 - Module Specification
School of Nursing and Midwifery
Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

This is the first theory module in the first year of a three-year programme leading towards a BSc (Hons) in Adult, Children¿s, Learning Disability or Mental Health Nursing and eligibility to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. The module includes theory that will equip student nurses with the essential knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviours for professional nursing practice.
The module will instil a sense of professional identity for the student nurse whilst ensuring that the fundamental principles of person-centredness, respect, dignity and compassion are at the forefront of care delivery.

To introduce concepts of safe, effective, evidence based, person-centred care in the context of professional, ethical, legal and policy frameworks. Students will develop self awareness and effective sensitive communication strategies, that respects individuals diverse needs and preferences, learning how to confidently advocate for all people.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Apply theories and strategies to demonstrate effective communication, using a range of skills and strategies with colleagues and people at all stages of life with a range of mental, physical, cognitive and behavioural health challenges, demonstrating self awareness, respect, care, compassion and non-discriminatory behaviour: 2
Apply principles of equality and diversity and recognise duty of candour, recognising and reporting any situations, behaviours or errors that could result in poor care outcomes within own limitations: 2
Describe concepts of person-centred care including ethical, legal, political/policy and professional frameworks: 1

Study hours

Breakdown of active learning hours hours-
In situ- 48hrs (Lectures, discussion, seminars, tutorials, workshops, assessment preparation)
Asynchronous- 42hrs (Guided independent study including preparation for scheduled sessions, follow up work)
Independent study - 210hrs (Wider reading, revision, assessment preparation)
Due to the dynamic nature of nursing programmes, the above breakdown may be subject to alteration.

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment