The Postgraduate Diploma Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (School Nursing) at the University of Northumbria Newcastle is designed for registered nurses and midwives seeking to advance their practice and make a significant impact on the health and wellbeing of children and young people. You will build upon your existing knowledge to develop specialist skills in public health and community working, addressing critical areas such as assessment, surveillance, intervention, and leadership within public health practice. This programme is ideal for those aiming to become autonomous practitioners who champion the rights of school-aged children and young people, working collaboratively across health and education sectors.
This full-time, on-campus programme is studied over one year, integrating theoretical learning with essential practical experience. You will engage with modules covering research, policy, evidence, evaluation, and leadership, alongside practical application through placements. A key feature of the course is its focus on developing advanced partnership working and leadership skills, preparing you for the complex demands of school nursing. Upon successful completion, you will graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma from Northumbria University and be recognised as a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse, eligible for registration on the third part of the Nursing and Midwifery Council register.