Level 6 (20 credits) Intensive and Emergency Care of the Neonate - Single module

  • Part-time study available
  • Alternative start dates available

The course is open to qualified midwives and nurses who are based on a neonatal intensive care unit and registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council:

120 credits at Level 1 and 120 credits at Level 2, preferably with a minimum of 12 months post-registration experience.

English Language Requirements

If your first language is not English you must provide evidence of proficiency in English - IELTS 6.5 band score or a score of TOEFL at 575 or above (232 computer based) with a TWE of 4.0 or above are proof of this.

Suitable For

Neonatal nurses and midwives who care for infants requiring intensive care and are based on a neonatal intensive unit.

Applicant profile

We positively welcome applications from students who may not meet the stated entry criteria but who can demonstrate their ability to successfully pursue a programme of study in higher education. Students who do not have formal entry qualifications are required to sit a written assessment which is designed for this purpose. Support in preparing for the written assessment is available from the University. Please contact Gill Colgan the Director of Admissions for further information.

Supporting Information and Personal statement if you are applying through NHS North West CPD-Apply

Supporting information: you should include details of your current post and role and previous study at level 5 / 6

Personal statement: please outline the reasons why you wish to undertake this module.