BSc (Hons) Integrated Practice in Learning Disabilities Nursing and Social Work
- Clinical Placement
- NHS Funding and bursaries available
- Overseas study available
- Work placement opportunity
When you qualify, you will be a valuable asset to employees because of your dual qualification. This will enable you to apply for a wide range of jobs within the NHS, Local Authorities and the independent sector. Many learning disability practitioners also occupy roles as managers and lead teams of support staff.
Career Prospects
As a practitioner who recognises the importance of collaboration across the social and health care divide, you will be extremely valuable to employers. You will be well equipped to take up a range of posts, many within statutory services, for example in day, field or residential services. You may also go on to be a staff nurse, community nurse, social worker or care manager and decide to work with adults with complex health needs or children with challenging behaviour.
Industry Links
We have formed strong and varied partnerships with a large number NHS Trusts and social work agencies in the North West which means your learning is informed by current practice and developments. You will undertake your practical placements in a variety of setting depending on what area you wish to specialise in which include hospitals, community settings, third sector and private health care organisations.