Overview

The PgCert Neonatal Care: Qualified in Speciality is a part-time, blended online course designed to develop knowledge, understanding, and skills in neonatology. The programme aims to provide a teaching, learning, and assessment experience that allows students to develop as reflective practitioners with in-depth knowledge of neonatal physiology and pathophysiology.

Mode of Study

• Part-time (available as Part-time)

Duration

• 1 year

Start Date

• September

Course Details

This part-time blended online course will take up to a year to complete and is structured to support the student through their journey. Students will learn by a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, guest lectures, tutorials, and independent study.

How You'll Be Taught

• Lectures
• Guest lectures
• Tutorials
• Independent study

Assessments

• There is an assessment towards the end of each module.
• Students will be assessed through activities that require them to show knowledge, understanding, creativity skills, and synthesis of research.
• Assessment methods employed to assess core knowledge and understanding include self-assessment, written professional development activities, case studies, and time-limited, unseen examinations.
• Skills and professional capabilities are assessed in the clinical practice area by way of completion of a set of professional-specific capabilities.

Entry Requirements

What Are the Entry Requirements for Neonatal Care Qualified in Speciality?

• A bachelor's degree in Nursing, Midwifery, or a related Applied Health Profession and registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or country-specific professional registration body is required.
• The employer/manager MUST submit a statement of support and verify that the health board is funding the studies. They must also raise a purchase order (P.O.) and send it to the university, who will issue an invoice for payment.
• Other qualifications or experience that demonstrate through the recognition of prior learning process that the student has appropriate knowledge and skills at SCQF level 10 may be considered on an individual basis.

Can I Get Admission into Neonatal Care Qualified in Speciality Based on My Working Experience in This Sector?

• This course has academic entry requirements that are assessed alongside relevant work experience.
• Full details of any relevant work experience, including references, should be submitted with the application and may be considered for entry where the minimum academic entry requirements are below those required.

Can I Make an Appointment with an Advisor to Discuss Further About the Admission Process?

• If you want to get more information on the admission process, please get in touch with the postgraduate admissions team.

English Language

• A minimum International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 overall with all four elements having a score of at least 5.5 or an equivalent.

International Students

• We welcome applications from students studying a wide range of international qualifications.
• Please note that international students are unable to enroll onto the following courses:
  • BM Midwifery/MM Midwifery
  • All Graduate Apprenticeship courses.

Admissions Policies

• We're committed to admitting students who have the potential to succeed and benefit from our programmes of study.
• Our admissions policies will help you understand our admissions procedures and how we use the information you provide us in your application to inform the decisions we make.

Fees & Funding

Tuition Fees for 2024/25

• Students from Scotland and the Rest of the UK: £1,575
• Overseas and EU students: £1,780
• Tuition fees are subject to an annual review and may increase from one year to the next.

Careers

As a graduate from this education programme, you will be in possession of the knowledge and skills to develop professionally and work autonomously in your chosen field of practice where neonatal care is provided. Within your scope of practice, you will work in a safe and innovative way and make challenging decisions within a multidisciplinary team.

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Degree Overview:

This program is designed to develop knowledge, understanding, and skills in neonatology. It is a multiprofessional program that aims to enrich the understanding of different aspects of neonatal care provision across various professions involved in delivering holistic neonatal and family-centered care. The program aims to provide a teaching, learning, and assessment experience that allows students to develop as reflective practitioners with in-depth knowledge of neonatal physiology and pathophysiology. It also aims to develop students as critical thinkers who can apply research skills to neonatal care and contribute positively to neonatal practice. The program explores the moral responsibilities that come with local, national, and global citizenship.

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Outline:

The program is structured as a part-time blended online course that takes up to a year to complete. It is structured to support students through their journey. Students learn through a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, guest lectures, tutorials, and independent study. The program is constructed using two distinct modules:

• Special and Transitional Care of the Neonate (20 credits): This module focuses on the newborn baby who requires care in a special or transitional neonatal care setting.
It supports students in developing their knowledge and understanding of neonates as they transition to extrauterine life, together with the needs of their parents and families. The content is based on relevant embryology and fetal development, including exploration of maternal and perinatal factors that impact on the outcome of newborns as they adapt to extrauterine life. It includes dedicated time spent revising normal physiology, then learning the altered physiology and the pathophysiology relevant to the newborn baby. Students will critically engage with the global evidence base that guides how we provide care and treatment options for these babies.
• High Dependency and Intensive Care of the Neonate (40 credits): This module centers around complex physiology and pathological processes related to the respiratory, cardiovascular, central nervous, endocrine, renal, gastrointestinal, and immunological systems of the premature and ill neonate as they transition to extrauterine life.
This will enable students to recognize developing illness and initiate plans of care. Students will critically engage with the global evidence base that guides how they provide care and treatment options for these babies. Students will be assessed through activities that require them to show knowledge, understanding, creativity skills, and synthesis of research. Assessment methods employed to assess core knowledge and understanding include self-assessment, written professional development activities, case studies, and time-limited, unseen examinations. Skills and professional capabilities are assessed in the clinical practice area by way of completion of a set of professional-specific capabilities.

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Teaching:

Students learn through a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, guest lectures, tutorials, and independent study. Live lectures are delivered using Microsoft Teams, allowing for live discussion with peers. These synchronous activities help students develop specific discussion skills and relationships with their fellow students. Asynchronous activities are set within each module site of the university's virtual learning environment in the form of workbooks, academic activities, peer and tutor-led discussion boards, action learning sets, and other forums for presenting/engaging in further discussion/review and application of learning.

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Careers:

As a graduate from this education program, students will be in possession of the knowledge and skills to develop professionally and work autonomously in their chosen field of practice where neonatal care is provided. Within their scope of practice, they will work in a safe and innovative way and make challenging decisions within a multidisciplinary team.

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Other:

The program is led by Anne Moylan, who has extensive experience in neonatal care both nationally and internationally and a clinical career in neonatology spanning 35 years, including many years as an advanced neonatal nurse practitioner. As an educator, she has taught within several universities in both Scotland and abroad and is committed to developing and delivering neonatal education programs that are committed to evidence-based holistic care of the neonate and their families.

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Tuition fees for 2024/25 Students from 2024/25 2025/26 Module NMS11196 £1,575 £tba Overseas & EU £1,780 £tba Please note that the tuition fees liable to be paid by EU nationals commencing their studies from 1 August 2021 will be the Overseas fee rate. The University offers a range of attractive Tuition Fee bursaries to students resident in specific countries. More information on these can be found here.

Edinburgh Napier University

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Overview:

Edinburgh Napier University is a modern university located in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is renowned for its student learning experience and its commitment to innovation and enterprise. The university boasts a diverse student body with over 20,000 students from over 140 countries.

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Services Offered:

The university offers a wide range of services to its students, including:

Libraries and Heritage Collections:

Access to extensive library resources and heritage collections.

Accommodation:

On-campus accommodation options for students.

Student Life:

Opportunities for student engagement through clubs, societies, and events.

Funding:

Bursaries and scholarships to support students financially.

Career Services:

Guidance and support for career development and job searching.

International Student Support:

Dedicated services for international students.

Online Study:

Flexible learning options through online courses.

Short Courses:

Opportunities for professional development through short courses.

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Student Life and Campus Experience:

Edinburgh Napier University provides a vibrant and engaging campus experience. Students can participate in a variety of activities, including:

Clubs and Societies:

Joining clubs and societies related to their interests.

Events:

Attending university-organized events and social gatherings.

Sports:

Participating in sports teams and activities.

Student Union:

Engaging with the student union for representation and support.

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Key Reasons to Study There:

High Rankings:

Consistently ranked among the top modern universities in Scotland and the UK.

Student Satisfaction:

High student satisfaction rates, reflecting a positive learning environment.

Research Power:

Strong research output and impact, contributing to knowledge advancement.

International Focus:

Diverse student body and global partnerships, fostering a multicultural environment.

Career-Focused Education:

Programs designed to equip students with the skills needed for successful careers.

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Academic Programs:

Edinburgh Napier University offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:

Accounting and Finance

Acting

Biological Sciences

Building and Surveying

Business and Management

Computing

Criminology, Psychology, and Sociology

Design, Photography, and Advertising

Engineering

English, Creative Writing, and Publishing

Film, Journalism, and Media

Health and Social Care

Law

Marketing

Music

Nursing and Midwifery

Sport and Exercise Sciences

Teaching

Tourism, Hospitality, Festival, and Events Management