HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

Adult Critical Care Nursing Advanced Diploma - Level 6

The programme provides qualified nurses who are working in the speciality of adult critical care with an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills to inform clinical practice and challenge existing ways of working.

B12 Administration - MC0019

This course will enable you to deliver safe and evidenced based health care regarding B12 administration within primary care. Students will be provided with a competency assessment to complete in their own practice area.

Behaviour Change Masterclass

Behaviour change has become one of the most prominent topics of discussion within academic and lay circles in recent times. This course will cover issues relevant to interventions to change various behaviours related to health and well-being, inequality, and sustainability.

Carbon Footprinting (GHG Accounting), Net Zero Targets and Carbon Reduction Planning for Organisations:

Northumbria University is proud to be able to offer our Carbon Footprinting (GHG Accounting), Net Zero Targets and Carbon Reduction Planning for Organisations. The course is designed to provide the knowledge and skills to calculate the carbon footprint of an organisation, in line with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol. The content is largely generic, supported by a range of case studies, and is applicable…

Cervical Cytology Sample Taker Training - MC0010

This short course follows the National cervical screening training guidelines and is delivered via blended learning, i.e. one day in university and one day e-learning.

CNO002 Discovering a Nursing Career in General Practice - Level 6 Accredited

This module is for those who are considering a future career in Primary Care/General Practice Nursing. The module is aimed at supporting those either in pre-employment in any field of nursing i.e., Pre-registration nurses in Year 2 or 3, or those who are already qualified and wishing to move to Primary Care/General Practice Nursing.

CNO002 Discovering a Nursing Career in General Practice - Level 7 Accredited

This module is for those who are considering a future career in Primary Care/General Practice Nursing. The module is aimed at supporting those either in pre-employment in any field of nursing i.e., Pre-registration nurses in Year 2 or 3, or those who are already qualified and wishing to move to Primary Care/General Practice Nursing.

CNO002 Discovering a Nursing Career in General Practice - Non-Accredited

This module is for those who are considering a future career in Primary Care/General Practice Nursing. The module is aimed at supporting those either in pre-employment in any field of nursing i.e., Pre-registration nurses in Year 2 or 3, or those who are already qualified and wishing to move to Primary Care/General Practice Nursing.

Core Immunisation Training - MC0020

This short course follows the National Immunisation core training guidelines and is delivered via face to face sessions.

Diabetes and Footcare - MC0033

This one day masterclass will concentrate on the management of diabetic foot health.

Diabetes Mellitus Masterclass - MC0026

The masterclass in diabetes mellitus will build upon you existing professional and healthcare knowledge to improve the quality of care you are able to deliver to people living with, or at risk of diabetes.

Ear Care - MC0014

This masterclass is aimed at nurses new to undertaking ear care consultations and reviews. It will cover the assessment of the patients ear symptoms and the management options for those with excessive cerumen.

Professional Practice in Health Framework

Our Professional Practice in Health framework provides learners with a structured approach to continuing workforce development allowing professionals looking to develop their practice to undertake accredited modules and work towards a degree, masters, graduate certificate or post-graduate certificate over an extended period. The modules included within the framework can also be undertaken as single…

History Taking and Clinical Skills for Mental Health - Level 6 - AC6694

This is a module focused upon practice and skills acquisition, particularly in the areas of the development of the admission profile and early interview.

History Taking and Clinical Skills for Primary Care - Level 6 - AC6712

An NHS Continuing Workforce Development module that provides an introduction to the process of history taking and assessing the physical manifestations of acute and chronic health issues.

Immunisation Update - MC0032

This half day session is aimed at all immunising staff who regularly administer vaccines as part of their role. This session will provide contemporary updates on all vaccine related issues in accordance to national guidance and developments

Initiating Contraception - MC0031

This 2 day masterclass will examine how/when/what contraceptive methods can be commenced in a routine and post emergency contraception situation.

Interpreting Blood Results - MC0015

This session is aimed at nurses new to undertaking blood result reviews. It will cover what tests are appropriate in primary care according to the evidence, safety issues for the patient and staff member, common blood test requests and optimal results, how to manage those outside of optimal ranges.

Learning Disability - MC0034

This masterclass will examine the requirements of the annual review of those clients with learning disabilities within your practice, across the spectrum of severity. This session will be delivered by a GP with specialist interest and a CCG lead role in learning disability and mental health.

LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Workshops

The LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Method is a technique which utilises visual, auditory and kinaesthetic skills and improves group problem solving. The issues addressed by each workshop will vary according to the needs of your team.

Medical Law Postgraduate Certificate

This practice-based distance learning course has been designed to meet the distinct needs of hospital doctors who are required to make medical decisions with legal implications.

Menopause Management - MC0013

This course is aimed at registered practitioners who will be assisting women with menopausal symptoms and their management.

Mental Health Law and Practice Certificate

The Certificate in Mental Health Law and Practice has been designed to provide an introduction to mental health law for students whose work involves the application of statutory and common law provisions relating to the voluntary and compulsory care and treatment of individuals who are suffering from mental disorder.

Musculoskeletal First Contact Practitioner in Primary Care Practice

This module aligns to the knowledge, skills and attributes required to demonstrate clinical competence as a first contact practitioner (FCP) within primary care. Through a combination of university and placement learning, you will develop advanced skills in clinical communication, assessment, diagnosis, and complex condition management using a personalised care approach.

NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (Distance Learning mode)

The NEBOSH Diploma is a widely recognised and respected qualification and will be delivered by highly qualified, experienced tutors over 4 units; Unit A: Managing health and safety Unit B: Hazardous agents in the workplace Unit C: Workplace and work equipment safety Unit D: Application of health and safety theory and practice Unit A: Managing Health and Safety, begins by looking at principles of health…

NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (Part-Time)

If you’d like the must-have qualification for professional health and safety advisors and environmental practitioners, the NEBOSH Diploma is for you. The NEBOSH Diploma is a widely recognised and respected qualification and will be delivered by highly qualified, experienced tutors over 4 units; Unit A: Managing health and safety Unit B: Hazardous agents in the workplace Unit C: Workplace and work…

NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (Distance Learning)

This Certificate is aimed at managers, supervisors and staff whose day-to-day responsibilities include health and safety. It covers essential topics like how to assess risks, control hazards, undertake auditing, and promote a safety-conscious culture. We’ll prepare you to carry out a rigorous inspection of a workplace, assessing hazards and controls, and recommending remedial actions. The Certificate…

NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (Part-Time)

This Certificate is aimed at managers, supervisors and staff whose day-to-day responsibilities include health and safety. It covers essential topics like how to assess risks, control hazards, undertake auditing, and promote a safety-conscious culture. We’ll prepare you to carry out a rigorous inspection of a workplace, assessing hazards and controls, and recommending remedial actions. The Certificate…

Non Medical Prescribing Update Masterclass - MC0028

The masterclass update for Non medical prescribing will build upon you existing professional and healthcare knowledge to improve the quality of care you are able to deliver.

Non-Medical Prescribing (V300) - Level 6

The Non Medical Prescribing module consists of 38 days of prescribing preparation. The module can be studied at level 6 (degree) or at level 7 (masters). Your choice may be dependant on a number of factors e.g. whether it is integrated into a post graduate programme (level 7 study) or whether you are undertaking as a stand alone module and already have an academic profile.

Non-Medical Prescribing (V300) - Level 7

The Non Medical Prescribing module consists of 38 days of prescribing preparation. The module can be studied at level 6 (degree) or at level 7 (masters). Your choice may be dependant on a number of factors e.g. whether it is integrated into a post graduate programme (level 7 study) or whether you are undertaking as a stand alone module and already have an academic profile.

Non-Medical Prescribing (V300) - Recognition of Prior Learning - Level 6

The Non Medical Prescribing module consists of 38 days of prescribing preparation. The module can be studied at level 6 (degree) or at level 7 (masters). Your choice may be dependant on a number of factors e.g. whether it is integrated into a post graduate programme (level 7 study) or whether you are undertaking as a stand alone module and already have an academic profile.

Non-Medical Prescribing (V300) - Recognition of Prior Learning - Level 7

The Non Medical Prescribing module consists of 38 days of prescribing preparation. The module can be studied at level 6 (degree) or at level 7 (masters). Your choice may be dependant on a number of factors e.g. whether it is integrated into a post graduate programme (level 7 study) or whether you are undertaking as a stand alone module and already have an academic profile.

Phlebotomy - MC0018

This one day session will cover basic introduction to phlebotomy practice for those who have not undertaken this training previously. A practical skills workshop is included. A competency assessment document is provided for in-house competency assessment post course attendance.

Placement Provider Training - For those who host students on placement

This course would suit healthcare practitioners who are interested in assuming responsibility for learning and assessment in their practice setting.

Adult Critical Care Nursing Postgraduate Certificate - Level 7

The programme provides qualified nurses who are working in the speciality of adult critical care with an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills to inform clinical practice and challenge existing ways of working.

Community Practitioner Prescribing for Nurses and Midwives (V150) - Level 6 - AC6709

Successful completion of all components of this module will lead to the achievement of a recordable prescribing qualification of Community Practitioner Prescriber with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. This will permit you to prescribe from the Community Practitioner Formulary within your healthcare role where your employer/organisation supports this.

Community Practitioner Prescribing for Nurses and Midwives (V150) - Level 7 - AC7067

Successful completion of all components of this module will lead to the achievement of a recordable prescribing qualification of Community Practitioner Prescriber with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. This will permit you to prescribe from the Community Practitioner Formulary within your healthcare role where your employer/organisation supports this.

Professional Practice in Mental Health Law Postgraduate Certificate

This programme has been tailored to provide a systematic academic and work-based means to enable eligible professionals to prepare for the Approved Clinician (AC) role (Mental Health Act 1983) and to produce evidence of competencies.

Principles and Practice of Restorative Just Culture 3-day Programme

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust and Northumbria University are proud to present a four-day course on the principle and practises of Restorative Just Culture, which is also part of the learning encouraged in the NHS plan; We are the NHS: People Plan 2020/21 – action for us all.

Restorative Just Culture Masterclass

Restorative Just Culture - Restorative Conversations

Implementing a Restorative Just and Learning Culture

Restorative Just Culture Peoples Practice

Return to Practice - Nursing and Midwifery - Level 6 - AC6736

This module is suitable for Nurses (Children’s, Adult, Learning Disability, and Mental Health) and Midwives wishing to return to the professional register and re-register with the NMC and for those unable to meet re-validation requirements.

Treatment Room Skills for HCA's - MC0011

This is a 5 day short course (non-accredited) that supports the care certificate for HCA's new to general practice. This course follows the care certificate chapters and content.

Understanding Sexual Violence & Abuse in Healthcare

This masterclass will address key issues relating to sexual violence and abuse, including gender-based violence, with a focus on the role of health professionals in recognising, responding to, and supporting those affected (service users and colleagues).

Wound Care Management - MC0012

This 2 day course covers an introduction to wound care management, with day 1 covering basic techniques and day 2 covering advanced techniques.