Places are limited on this programme and are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
Please read the pre-course information and prescribing authorisations form in preparation for submitting your application (please find links for these at the end of this webpage).
The Non Medical Prescribing module consists of 38 days of prescribing preparation which includes:
The module can be studied at level 6 (degree) or at level 7 (masters). Your choice may be dependent 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 standalone module and already have an academic profile. Completion at degree level provides an academic award of 40 degree level (level 6 equivalent) credits and 40 masters level (level 7 equivalent) credits. There are differences in the assessment of degree and masters level.
Please ensure that you complete the application for the level you wish to study. This is shown in the course title.
The prescribing qualification / authority of independent and supplementary prescribing relates to regulatory and legal permissions. Currently Dietitians and Diagnostic Radiographers may qualify as supplementary prescribers whereas Registered Nurses (level 1), Midwives, SCPHN, Physiotherapists, Chiropodists, Advanced Paramedics, Podiatrists and Therapeutic Radiographers may qualify as supplementary and independent prescribers. Your professional registration will dictate your qualification.
In order to assist you in completing your application we have included a link to guidance notes via the links at the end of this webpage. Please refer to these while completing your application. You must also read the 'Pre Course Information' via the link at the end of this website page. This contains essential information which you must review prior to completing your application form.
As part of your application you will need to upload a copy of your completed Prescribing Authorisations Form to the Experience – CV section of the application (please find a link for the form via the link at the end of this web page). If you do not attach your approval form to your application, or it is incomplete this will delay your application and may impact you being offered a place on the module.
If you are practicing in an area which does not have a Northumbria University Education Audit in place (i.e. takes Northumbria University undergraduate students) a self-assessment of the Education Environment is required by yourself and/or the area manager. This form can be found with the supplementary information and authorisation forms and must be completed before we can fully confirm a place on the course.
Practice Assessor and Supervisor Preparation
Online invitations will be sent to PS/PA for an Update on the 19th Sept 10:00-12:00. Applicants to ensure their PA/PS are aware of this date.
Protected study time is required as per below in addition to taught, and supervised practice.
Please make a note of these dates and ensure your work can facilitate your course time.
| Day | Date | Delivery |
| 1 | 26/09/2024 | Taught |
| 2 | 03/10/2024 | Taught |
| 3 | 04/10/2024 | Study |
| 4 | 10/10/2024 | Taught |
| 5 | 11/10/2024 | Study |
| 6 | 17/10/2024 | Taught |
| 7 | 24/10/2024 | Taught |
| 8 | 31/10/2024 | Study |
| 9 | 07/11/2024 | Study |
| 10 | 14/11/2024 | EXAMS |
| 11 | 15/11/2024 | Study |
| 12 | 21/11/2024 | Taught |
| 13 | 22/11/2024 | Study |
| 14 | 28/11/2024 | Study |
| 15 | 29/11/2024 | Study |
| 16 | 05/12/2024 | Taught |
| 17 | 12/12/2024 | Taught |
| 18 | 13/12/2024 | Study |
| 19 | 19/12/2024 | Taught |
| 20 | 09/01/2025 | Taught |
| 21 | 16/01/2025 | Study |
| 22 | 17/01/2025 | Study |
| 23 | 23/01/2025 | Study |
| 24 | 24/01/2025 | Study |
| 25 | 30/01/2025 | Study |
| 26 | 31/01/2025 | Study |
For applicants who wish to undertake V300 (non-medical prescribing) as part of the Health and Social Practice Framework – please note additional checks are required in order to ensure you are fully prepared to undertake this module and in accordance with PSRB requirements. These additional checks must be carried out at least 6 weeks prior to module start. For applicants wishing to undertake this module in September, all checks must be completed by the 18th August, for January start, checks must be completed by 20th November, therefore, programme application and acceptance of offer must be completed before these dates.
If you are working in private practice, please see the additional entry requirements below.
PRESCRIBING AUTHORISATIONS FORM
EDUCATION AND AUDIT PRACTICE FORM
If you have any questions or queries about this module please contact us via email at NSApplicantServices@northumbria.ac.uk
Award Type External PSRB approval NMC & HCPC
Delivery Method Blended Delivery
Mode of Study
Part Time
Start September 2024 (Applications open May 22nd 2024)
Duration
22 weeks (approx)
Sector
Health and Social Care
Successful completion of all components of this module will lead to the achievement of a recordable prescribing qualification (Independent and/or Supplementary Prescriber) with your regulatory body (NMC or HCPC).
Please view our placement provider risk form here.
1. Provide information confirming completion of a level 7 PG Cert/DIP (HEI or OFQUAL approved) training programme. This may be evidenced via production of completion certificate/transcript of study.
2. Provide a personal statement that details your post qualification practice, and identifies you as established and expert clinicians in your field. Learning must have been robustly consolidated and demonstrated in line with knowledge, skills, and competence.
3. Your named authoriser must supply a supporting reference. Detail of professional relationship and level of competence must be included.
4. Your authoriser must be a professional registrant practicing in aesthetics.
5. Provide a completed education audit, and employer risk assessment and insurance form.
1. Provide a personal statement that details your post qualification practice, and identifies you as established and expert clinicians in your field. Learning must have been robustly consolidated and demonstrated in line with knowledge, skills, and competence.
2. Your named authoriser must supply a supporting reference. Detail of professional relationship and level of competence must be included.
3. Your authoriser must be a professional registrant practicing in your area of practice.
4. Provide a completed education audit, and employer risk assessment and insurance form.
By the end of the module you will be able to:
You will learn from subject specialist tutors who are prescribers and are actively researching the prescribing landscape, contributing to prescribing practice, academic and specialist knowledge base. Your academic tutors will help you to draw on the very latest evidence informing contemporary healthcare practice and engage in critically appraising evidence which supports your clinical practice and prescribing decision making.
Fee: TBC
We are keen to work with partners to ensure the most effective and efficient delivery models that meet your individual needs so please contact us directly to discuss your interest and explore collaboration arrangements in more detail.
For any individuals with programme enquiries please contact NSApplicantServices@northumbria.ac.uk
For organisations with business enquiries please contact businessenquiry@northumbria.ac.uk
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