Children's and Young People's Nursing Practice (Hons) University of Sunderland

Overview

On the BSc Children's and Young People's Nursing Practice (Hons) degree at University of Sunderland develop skills to communicate with children, young people, and their families. Graduate with the qualifications needed to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a registered children's nurse.

Key facts

• This children's nursing course will allow you to learn how to care for children and young people in community, acute, and critical settings, and develop confidence through practical application of your learning. 

• You'll be taught by expert practitioners with first-hand experience of nursing and you'll gain competence in the care of children who require assistance to meet their health needs, including how to deliver support to patients with long-term health issues.

• You'll appreciate the theoretical aspects that are essential to children's nursing and also develop the personal skills to communicate with children, young people, and their families.

• Clinical placements will make up 50% of your time on this children's nursing course and we work closely with local healthcare providers to organise placements which allow you to put theory into practice, including the Great North Children's Hospital in Newcastle, one of the best in the UK.

Children's nursing jobs

• Children's nurses are responsive to the needs of children, young people, and their families and deliver care within a variety of settings, including hospitals, health centres, children’s centres, GP practices and the family home.

• Paediatric nurses are key members of the multidisciplinary team involved in the delivery of care to children and young people with healthcare needs.

• Start your children's nursing career at the University of Sunderland working in the local healthcare organisations and develop lifelong nursing skills in a collaborative and supportive environment. 

• Many career opportunities are available post-qualification and with additional qualifications, children's nurses have the potential of earning an even higher salary.