The BSc (Hons) Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (School Nursing) at the University of Wolverhampton is designed for registered nurses seeking to advance their careers into specialist public health practice. You will explore critical areas such as safeguarding children, young people, and families, alongside the leadership and innovation essential for modern public health nursing. This undergraduate top-up degree equips you to address complex public health challenges, focusing on evidence-based practice and the promotion of health and wellbeing within specialist community settings. It is ideal for practitioners aiming to become highly competent school nurses.
This full-time, on-campus programme is delivered over one year, blending theoretical knowledge with essential practical experience. You will engage with modules covering appraising evidence, public health, and leadership within specialist practice, preparing you for the demands of school nursing. The course structure emphasizes the application of learning in real-world scenarios, ensuring you develop the skills to advocate for children and families. Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to register as a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (School Nurse) on the Nursing and Midwifery Council register, opening pathways to influential roles in community health services.