Undergraduate Programme Specification
Cert Nurse and Midwife Prescribing
Academic Year 2021/22
A programme specification is required for any programme on which a student may be registered. All programmes of the University are subject to the University's Quality Assurance processes. All degrees are awarded by Queen's University Belfast.
Programme Title | Cert Nurse and Midwife Prescribing | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Certificate | |||||||||||
Programme Code | NAM-UC-NCM | UCAS Code | HECoS Code |
100290 - Nursing - 100 |
ATAS Clearance Required | No | |||||||||||||
Mode of Study | Part Time | |||||||||||||
Type of Programme | Undergraduate Certif | Length of Programme | Part Time - 1 Academic Year(s) | Total Credits for Programme | 60 | |||||||||
Exit Awards available |
Institute Information
Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
School/Department |
Nursing & Midwifery |
Quality Code Higher Education Credit Framework for England |
Level 6 |
Subject Benchmark Statements The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies |
Midwifery (2009) |
Accreditations (PSRB) |
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Nursing and Midwifery Council |
Date of most recent Accreditation Visit 26-11-19 |
Regulation Information
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations Examination Numeracy assessment is a requirement from the NMC Standards for Prescribing Programmes (NMC, 2018 https://www.nmc.org.uk/globalassets/sitedocuments/education-standards/programme-standards-prescribing.pdf ). It is related to prescribing and calculation of medicines (the numeracy assessment must be passed with a score of 100%). A pharmacology exam is a professional requirement of the NMC Standards for Prescribing Programmes and this must be passed with a minimum score of 80%) (NMC, 2018 https://www.nmc.org.uk/globalassets/sitedocuments/education-standards/programme-standards-prescribing.pdf ) |
Programme Specific Regulations This programme leads to both the academic award of Postgraduate Certificate in Nurse and Midwife Prescribing and a recorded professional award as a Nurse or Midwife Independent/ Supplementary Prescriber (V300) with the NMC. The course is offered only as a part time option with students expected to devote a minimum of 90 hours of supernumerary practice to develop their prescribing skills. |
Students with protected characteristics Patient safety must be the primary consideration. |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) Yes |
Educational Aims Of Programme
The aim of this undergraduate level 3 programme is to prepare nurses, midwives and specialist nurses to be able to incorporate safe, appropriate and cost-effective, person-centred prescribing into their practice.
Within this overall aim, the programme is designed to enable the student to:
1. Be a confident, competent and safe prescriber
2. Prescribe in the context of person centred care
3. Prescribe as part of an interprofessional team
This programme is available at undergraduate level (3) to take account of the professional and academic background and achievement in the target population. The clinical competency base is the same for undergraduate and postgraduate students. This is reflected in the Learning Outcomes for the modules in this programme.
2. Prescribe in the context of person centred care
3. Prescribe as part of an interprofessional team
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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1.1 Apply knowledge and understanding of pharmacology and pharmacodynamics to prescribe appropriately using clear and accurate documentation |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn the theory in the taught modules and through coursework, examinations and ongoing practice assessment they begin to demonstrate higher order cognitive skills and relate these to their clinical practice Methods of Assessment Coursework |
1.6 Critically review and reflect on medication practice and policy fulfilling statutory and professional requirements |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn the theory in the taught modules and through coursework, examinations and ongoing practice assessment they begin to demonstrate higher order cognitive skills and relate these to their clinical practice Methods of Assessment Coursework |
3.4 Negotiate the appropriate level of supervision and support for a prescriber |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn the theory in the taught modules and through coursework, examinations and ongoing practice assessment they begin to demonstrate higher order cognitive skills and relate these to their clinical practice Methods of Assessment Coursework |
2.4 Effectively communicate the role of the Nurse and Midwife prescriber with the person/ carer and how this role can support the person in their self management |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn the theory in the taught modules and through coursework, examinations and ongoing practice assessment they begin to demonstrate higher order cognitive skills and relate these to their clinical practice Methods of Assessment Coursework |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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1.2 Use best available evidence to make decisions in prescribing practice |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Knowledge and the capacity to achieve the above outcomes is acquired through: lectures, guest lectures (e.g. NICE), seminars, practical workshops, case studies, topic centred guided reading, tutorials and student centred learning (individual and group activities) and use of supporting online material. In all modules, ELearning is used to support the theoretical instruction and student centred learning. Methods of Assessment Assessment methods require students to demonstrate the application of knowledge to practice through: |
2.3 Critically explore the ethical, legal and professional implications of decisions made with the person/ carer respecting their right to make their own decision |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Knowledge and the capacity to achieve the above outcomes is acquired through: lectures, guest lectures (e.g. NICE), seminars, practical workshops, case studies, topic centred guided reading, tutorials and student centred learning (individual and group activities) and use of supporting online material. In all modules, ELearning is used to support the theoretical instruction and student centred learning. Methods of Assessment Assessment methods require students to demonstrate the application of knowledge to practice through: |
1.3 Evaluate and document the effectiveness of prescribed drug therapy and develop a bespoke log of drugs to be prescribed relevant to respective scope of practice |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Knowledge and the capacity to achieve the above outcomes is acquired through: lectures, guest lectures (e.g. NICE), seminars, practical workshops, case studies, topic centred guided reading, tutorials and student centred learning (individual and group activities) and use of supporting online material. In all modules, ELearning is used to support the theoretical instruction and student centred learning. Methods of Assessment Assessment methods require students to demonstrate the application of knowledge to practice through: |
1.4 Prescribe within the legislative and regulatory frameworks specific to the country in which they practice |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Knowledge and the capacity to achieve the above outcomes is acquired through: lectures, guest lectures (e.g. NICE), seminars, practical workshops, case studies, topic centred guided reading, tutorials and student centred learning (individual and group activities) and use of supporting online material. In all modules, ELearning is used to support the theoretical instruction and student centred learning. Methods of Assessment Assessment methods require students to demonstrate the application of knowledge to practice through: |
3.3 Promote support and advice to other prescribers or those involved in administration of medicines as appropriate |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Knowledge and the capacity to achieve the above outcomes is acquired through: lectures, guest lectures (e.g. NICE), seminars, practical workshops, case studies, topic centred guided reading, tutorials and student centred learning (individual and group activities) and use of supporting online material. In all modules, ELearning is used to support the theoretical instruction and student centred learning. Methods of Assessment Assessment methods require students to demonstrate the application of knowledge to practice through: |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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2.2 Work in partnership with the person (and carer where appropriate) to make informed decisions about treatment to achieve appropriate outcomes for the person |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The outcomes are developed throughout the programme through directed study and practical workshops, debate and discussion, the use of learning contracts, development of the Practice Assessment Document and independent learning building on previously acquired knowledge and skills. Students will continue to develop their clinical skills with the support and guidance of their Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor. In addition, discussion with their Academic Assessor, reflection on practice and clinical supervision will promote development in these areas. Methods of Assessment Coursework |
2.1 Undertake a thorough history, including medication history and current medication (including over-the-counter, alternative and complementary health therapies) to inform diagnosis |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The outcomes are developed throughout the programme through directed study and practical workshops, debate and discussion, the use of learning contracts, development of the Practice Assessment Document and independent learning building on previously acquired knowledge and skills. Students will continue to develop their clinical skills with the support and guidance of their Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor. In addition, discussion with their Academic Assessor, reflection on practice and clinical supervision will promote development in these areas. Methods of Assessment Coursework |
1.3 Evaluate and document the effectiveness of prescribed drug therapy and develop a bespoke log of drugs to be prescribed relevant to respective scope of practice |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The outcomes are developed throughout the programme through directed study and practical workshops, debate and discussion, the use of learning contracts, development of the Practice Assessment Document and independent learning building on previously acquired knowledge and skills. Students will continue to develop their clinical skills with the support and guidance of their Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor. In addition, discussion with their Academic Assessor, reflection on practice and clinical supervision will promote development in these areas. Methods of Assessment Coursework |
3.5 Work in partnership within the Interprofessional team to review and audit current prescribing practice. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The outcomes are developed throughout the programme through directed study and practical workshops, debate and discussion, the use of learning contracts, development of the Practice Assessment Document and independent learning building on previously acquired knowledge and skills. Students will continue to develop their clinical skills with the support and guidance of their Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor. In addition, discussion with their Academic Assessor, reflection on practice and clinical supervision will promote development in these areas. Methods of Assessment Coursework |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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3.1 Engage and innovate with appropriate healthcare and other agencies and professionals to ensure continuity in the environment of care. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The development of skills is embedded within the curriculum where they are taught, practiced and assessed in a range of situations e.g. seminars, tutorials and supervised practice sessions. The theoretical modules provide the relevant knowledge underpinning these learning outcomes. Students continue to develop their clinical and professional skills with the support and guidance of their Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor, and through discussion with their Academic Assessor, continually reflection on practice to promote their development in these areas. Methods of Assessment Coursework |
3.2 Demonstrate respect and collegiality with all team members |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The development of skills is embedded within the curriculum where they are taught, practiced and assessed in a range of situations e.g. seminars, tutorials and supervised practice sessions. The theoretical modules provide the relevant knowledge underpinning these learning outcomes. Students continue to develop their clinical and professional skills with the support and guidance of their Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor, and through discussion with their Academic Assessor, continually reflection on practice to promote their development in these areas. Methods of Assessment Coursework |
1.5 Identify their own limitations in prescribing practice and how to address these through continuous professional development (CPD) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The development of skills is embedded within the curriculum where they are taught, practiced and assessed in a range of situations e.g. seminars, tutorials and supervised practice sessions. The theoretical modules provide the relevant knowledge underpinning these learning outcomes. Students continue to develop their clinical and professional skills with the support and guidance of their Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor, and through discussion with their Academic Assessor, continually reflection on practice to promote their development in these areas. Methods of Assessment Coursework |
Module Information
Stages and Modules
Module Title | Module Code | Level/ stage | Credits | Availability |
Duration | Pre-requisite | Assessment |
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S1 | S2 | Core | Option | Coursework % | Practical % | Examination % | ||||||
Health Assessment | NMP3002 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Pharmacotherapeutics for Prescribing | NMP3101 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 80% | 20% | 0% | |
Prescribing in Practice | NMP3102 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
Notes