1. Key Information
- Award Titles Qualifications:
Level 3 Certificate Child Nursing, Level 4 Certificate Child Nursing, Level 5 Certificate Child Nursing, Level 6 Certificate Child Nursing
- Length of Programme:
Level 3 – 6 Months, Level 4 – 6 Months, Level 5 – 6 Months, Level 6 – 6 Months
- Mode(s) of Study:
Full Time
- Mode of Delivery:
Live (Online) Delivery
- Language of Study:
English
2. Programme Summary
VAL is known for delivering high-quality and innovative nurse education. The Children’s Nursing programme integrates academic study with practice-based learning, supported by collaborations with the university, service users, and practice partners. Students are nurtured to become compassionate, proficient, and confident registered nurses prepared for leadership and specialist roles in integrated care systems.
3. Programme Aims and Learning Outcomes
- Provide varied learning opportunities integrating theory and practice to achieve eligibility as a Registered Children’s Nurse.
- Develop competent and compassionate professionals who practice according to professional standards.
- Facilitate knowledge and skills for holistic, person-centered care across the lifespan.
- Empower students to become reflective, resilient, and lifelong learners in diverse healthcare environments.
4. Programme Structure
| Level |
Modules |
Exit Awards |
| Foundation |
Core Academic Skills for Health and Social Care |
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| Year 1 |
- Personal Development and Teamworking for Health and Social Care
- Communication in Health and Social Care
- Evidence in Health and Social Care
- Enquiry Based Care
- Introduction to Ethics in Health and Social Care
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| Level 4 |
- Introduction to Professional Practice
- Fundamental Skills for Nursing
- Essential Anatomy and Physiology for Healthcare
- Pharmacology and Numeracy in Nursing
- Understanding Health, Illness Disability and Diversity Across the Lifespan
- Becoming a Children’s Nurse
- Beginning Practice
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| Level 5 |
- Approaches to Research Methods, Appraisal and Application in Nursing
- The Professional Context of Nursing
- Understanding Health Conditions in Children’s Nursing
- Assessing Needs and Planning Care in Children’s Nursing
- Developing Competence in Children’s Nursing
- Option Modules (1): Socio-cultural Aspects of Health, Sexual Health, Infant Feeding, Elective Placement
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| Level 6 |
- Medicines Management
- Leading and Managing Care
- Coordinating Complex Care in Children’s Nursing
- Advancing Nursing Practice
- Preparing for Registration in Children’s Nursing
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