This flexible award will allow you to develop your knowledge within the field of public health and qualify as a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN), health visiting or school nursing. The award is suitable for nurses currently registered on part one or two of the NMC Register. The programme runs over 52 weeks and is equally divided between theory and practice. It will enable you to develop the core skills required for specialist community public health nursing and will enhance your core skills and knowledge, as well as the specific knowledge and skills required for specialist community public health nursing. It aims to enhance practitioners’ understanding, knowledge and competence to manage and develop public health practice in a range of settings. Successful completion of the award will equip you with a sound knowledge of public health issues and practice skills. It will also support you in developing the skills of critically appraising evidence from a wide range of sources and integrating that into your professional life. All students are supported in their development by a personal tutor from the University and a practice teacher or mentor from their practice area. You will need to be sponsored by an appropriate health care provider and the selection process is a joint one between the health care provider and the University. In light of NHS changes, please contact Pat Colliety for up-to-date advice regarding sponsorship.

Typical entry requirements

240 credits of which at least 120 must be at level two. Registration on parts one or two of the NMC Register.

Contact details

Director of Studies: Pat Colliety

T: +44 (0)1483 684505

F: +44 (0)1483 686746

E: postreg_admin@surrey.ac.uk