Overseas Nurse Programme (Supervised Practice Programme)

Course overview

The Overseas Nurse Programme is for practising nurses who are registered overseas, but who wish to register as a nurse to work in the UK.

 

The programme aims to support and facilitate recruitment at a time when there is a national shortage of qualified nurses in the UK.

 

Upon successful completion of the programme, you will achieve registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and will be able to practice in the UK.

 

There has never been a more challenging and exciting time to work in health and social care in the UK. The programme is designed to help overseas students meet these challenges.

 

You will be provided with the opportunity to build clinical skills and awareness of the UK Health Service through either a three or six month attachment within a hospital or nursing home setting.

 

You will receive 20 days of protected learning time at City. These study days allow you time to develop theoretical knowledge and provide the opportunity to discuss progress with other students and the programme leader.

 

Students are expected to attend a supervised placement for the duration of the programme.

Course content

You will gain the knowledge necessary to adapt to working as a registered nurse in the UK.

 

Studies include topics relating to:

  • Personal effectiveness and professional development
  • Healthcare in the UK
  • Nursing systems and structures
  • Clinical care and multidisciplinary team working
  • Professional policy
  • Local policies and procedures
  • Evidence-based practice.

Teaching and assessment

Teaching methods and support

A blended approach to learning and teaching is adopted including University-based teaching, study days and work-based learning.

 

While on the programme, you will have full access of City IT and library facilities.

 

The programme leader will be available to discuss any issues with you and other specialist teaching staff will also be available as necessary.

 

The University has a forward-thinking approach to learning, practice and research. We provide high quality interprofessional and discipline-specific education that develops professional thinking and skills.

 

Supported by a team of experienced educators and clinicians, students gain enormously from learning within a group and sharing information across professional roles and experiences.

Assessment

While in practice you will be working alongside a named sign-off mentor who will supervise and assess you in gaining the practical skills necessary to achieve your learning outcomes.

 

Progress will be recorded through exercises testing communication skills and assignments relating to practice profile, as well as completion of a practice based academic essay.

Selection policy

  • All students must be registered as a nurse overseas
  • All students must also meet the NMC standards for registration – an assessment letter from the NMC will be required to confirm students eligibility to register. Visit www.nmc-uk.org for further information
  • Students will need to achieve a satisfactory standard during interview
  • Students will be required to undergo an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check and a satisfactory clearance from Occupational Health Department
  • Acceptance on the programme is subject to students obtaining employment or clinical placement
  • A valid IELTS certificate (academic level) with overall band score 7 and 7 in each section.

Professional placement and study abroad

A clinical work placement within a hospital or nursing home is required. This is essential to guarantee students clinical practice and to assist with the transition to registered practice and employment on completion of the programme.

Fees & bursaries

The programme costs £1,500 per person.

 

Discounts can be negotiated for groups of 15 or more students.

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