Neonatal Intensive Care PG Certificate | 2021 | Postgraduate

Division of Nursing and Midwifery, Health Sciences School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health

Designed for those already working in neonatal intensive care, this course gives you the specialist knowledge and skills you need to manage, promote and deliver safe evidence-based care.

Course description

If you’re working within neonatal intensive care, this course gives you the opportunity to advance clinically and professionally.

You’ll focus on the specialist knowledge and skills necessary for managing, promoting and delivering safe evidence-based care that addresses the physiological, psychological and cultural needs of neonates and their families.

Clinical experts in neonatology and other related fields contribute to the course, reflecting the multidisciplinary nature of real practice.

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Rachel Thrumble

Rachel Thrumble PGCert Neonatal Intensive Care

“I always wanted to be a nurse but never really knew what area I wanted to specialise in until I began working”, explains Rachel Thrumble, who studied for a Postgraduate Certificate in Neonatal Intensive Care. “I now know I am destined to be an intensive care nurse.”

Modules

Core modules

Stabilisation and Management of the Special Care Baby
Care of the Critically Ill Neonate
Specialist Neonatal Practice

Teaching

You’ll learn through lectures, blended learning, independent study and small-group work. Sessions are run by either clinical experts or our experienced lecturers.

Assessment

Assessment includes online and practical exams, written assignments and a poster presentation.

Duration

1-2 years part-time

Entry requirements

We’re looking for registered nurses working within the context of neonatal intensive care in the UK who already have a nursing degree.

Entry requirements for international students

English language requirements

Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.

Other English language qualifications we accept

Fees and funding

Financial information for postgraduate taught courses

Studentships

If you already work with NHS patients in NHS Yorkshire and the Humber or in the East Midlands, funding may be available. Contact us for more information.

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You can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It's a quick and easy process.

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The course information set out here may change before you begin, particularly if you are applying significantly in advance of the start date.