Learning Disabilities Nursing, BSc (Hons)

From September 2025, this course will be delivered under the new code HU06. This degree blends theoretical and practical learning to prepare students for professional registration as learning disabilities nurses, who provide specialized healthcare and support in diverse settings such as homes, communities, schools, hospitals, and care facilities. The program equips learners to empower and safeguard individuals with learning disabilities through holistic care assessments, involving families and networks, while fostering skills in evidence-based practice and multidisciplinary collaboration.Successful completion enables eligibility for Nursing and Midwifery Council registration, with a focus on modular study—five weeks of learning followed by one week of assessment per module—and 50% practical placements. Financial support includes a minimum £5,000 annual government payment for home learners, plus options for childcare costs. The curriculum covers professional development across three years, including modules on nursing care, therapeutic interventions, and complex decision-making, assessed through coursework, examinations, and practical evaluations. Delivered by expert faculty, it emphasizes digital fluency, critical thinking, and career preparation for a rewarding healthcare role.