Nursing

Overview

Within this Nursing PG Cert course from University of Essex Online you will have the ability to customise your studies by selecting from a range of modules in various healthcare and management topics alongside our compulsory offer, including:

• the management of disease, including pathophysiology and pharmacology
• the principles of pain management
• the theoretical knowledge required to support the delivery and management of diabetes care both in primary and secondary healthcare settings
• the role of nurses in meeting the needs of vulnerable individuals, groups and communities
• the scientific concepts underpinning infection control and prevention
• contemporary models and strategies to guide the design of effective health promotion activities
• practical leadership skills underpinned by a critical appreciation of leadership theory

Why we’re great

• You can achieve a respected qualification in just 8 months without any need to take a break from work.
• This Nursing course from University of Essex Online contributes towards your required CPD and will allow you to further your skills and knowledge.
• Our range of optional modules means that, whatever your clinical background or future career goals, you will find topics of relevance to you.

Career opportunities:

With our PG Cert Nursing, you’ll be confident to progress from wholly clinical roles to middle and senior management positions within nursing. These could include Ward Manager, Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager, Senior Staff Nurse or Nursing Officer.