Children and Young Peoples Nursing with a Health Care Foundation Year

The Health Care Foundation Year (Year One) introduces you to essential healthcare concepts and prepares you with the foundational skills needed for progression onto the full degree course (Years Two to Four).

The full course trains you to work in a variety of clinical settings and provide care, support, advice, and education to children and young people from birth to 18 years old, as well as to their families and carers. This programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage and promote the health of paediatric patients, whether in a hospital or community setting.

50% of your studies will be conducted in clinical settings, including both the NHS and independent sectors, where you will work closely with experienced practice assessors and supervisors in a supportive environment. You will gain practical experience through diverse placements, including hospitals and community settings, which will help you develop a comprehensive understanding of paediatric nursing.

At the University, you will be welcomed into a relaxed and friendly learning environment with access to a range of facilities. These include formal teaching, group and one-to-one sessions, and state-of-the-art clinical setups with simulators for child, infant, and adult care.

Upon successful completion of the programme, you will earn a degree that qualifies you for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

• Foundation Year: Foundations of Mental and Physical Health, Introduction to Applied Sciences, Introduction to Exploring Evidence, University Life, and Working in Healthcare Settings.
• Year one: Foundations of Integrated Nursing Practice, Introduction to Children and Young People Nursing, Transdisciplinary Science, Voices and Choices.
• Year two: Children and Young People Field Specific Care Needs, Developing Children and Young People’s Nursing, Exploring Care Intervention and Evidence, Exploring the Fundamentals of Integrated Nursing Practice.
• Year three: Being an Autonomous Children and Young People’s Practitioner, Being an Inspiring Children and Young People’s Practitioner, Leading and Empowering in Integrated Nursing Practice, Leading Children and Young People’s Nursing.
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You will be assessed during the foundation year through written essays, a written portfolio, written exams, and a coursework presentation.