IELTS score of 7.0 overall with 6.5 in writing and 7.0 in all other elements.
UCAS tariff points: 112-128
GCSE at grade 4 or above (or grade C or above for GCSEs taken before 2017) in English Language and Mathematics (Science also preferred) or equivalent qualification, e.g. Functional/Key skills Level 2 in numeracy and literacy; Level 2 Applied Science.
GCSE Science grade 4 or above (formerly A*-C) is not required from Access students undertaking a science or health-based access course.
Enhanced DBS check and Occupational Health Clearance. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview.
The typical requirement for entry for this course is 112-128 UCAS points, Health and Science subjects preferred:
A-levels BBC (General Studies not accepted)
BTEC Extended Diploma Distinction Merit Merit
Access to HE course to value of 112 UCAS points normally achieved with 21 Distinctions and 18 Merits
Study this course and you'll become a registered learning disabilities nurse, ready to make a positive difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities. You'll study the factors that affect people's health and wellbeing, the health inequalities in our society and how we can improve health outcomes for people with a learning disability and autistic spectrum conditions (ASC).
You'll explore the management of complex conditions across the lifespan, from children to the older person and those with dementia, or other mental or physical health needs.
You'll gain hands-on experience in our award-winning simulation suite and develop your skills and confidence in caring for people by working with the famous Baked Bean Theatre Company.
You'll also have the opportunity to be a part of the wider Learning Disability Nursing UK and Eire network and can attend the Positive Choices Learning Disability Conference.
This course is designed for a small and enthusiastic cohort of students, where you'll benefit from individual learning and support. You will be taught by our dynamic teaching team which includes leading researchers and experts in Learning Disability nursing from practice and the Department of Health.
Placement providers include South West London and St George's Mental Health Trust, Surrey and Borders Partnership Trust, Great Ormond Street, The Children's Trust, and The Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability.
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What you will study
Please note that this is an indicative list of modules and is not intended as a definitive list. These modules will be subject to change in accordance with the new pre-registration education standards from the Nursing and Midwifery Council for 2020.
Year 1
You will develop your skills in caring for people with a learning disability, learning alongside students of adult, child and mental health nursing.
Core modules
Introduction to Life Sciences
Introduction to Learning Disability Nursing NL4104
Introduction to Public Health and Health Promotion
Introduction to Professional Practice
Year 2
In Year 2, you can develop your community nursing skills on our Alternative Practice Programme. Working in teams, you will explore topics such as mental health and wellbeing and nutrition and sustainability, and prepare a presentation.
Core modules
Therapeutic Interventions in Nursing: Bio-Psycho-Social Approaches
Assessment and care process in learning disability nursing NL5107
Collaborative Working for health and Wellbeing in Learning Disability Nursing NL5108
Developing Professional Practice
Year 3
In Year 3 you will explore the management of complex conditions across the lifespan (e.g. children, transition, adulthood, the older person and those with dementia or other mental or physical health needs).
Core modules
Safe and Effective Quality Care in Learning Disability Nursing NL6110
Co-ordinating the Care of People with Learning Disabilities with Complex Health Care Needs NL6111
Leadership in Learning Disability Nursing NL6112
Advancing Professional Practice
After you graduate
Our graduates have gone on to posts as specialist nurses (e.g. epilepsy), nurse therapists, as senior managers and leaders of the profession as well as community, clinical liaison and consultant nurses. Many go on to gain higher degrees and study clinical specialisms e.g. in Positive Behavioural Support, Autism, etc.
Type of jobs on qualifying
Staff nurse learning disability
Clinical health team for people with a learning disability
Community nurse learning disability
Types of organisations
London Borough of Sutton
The Children's Trust
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Your Healthcare
The Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability, Putney
Insurance - Single: 300 (£) per year
