Welcome to your Nursing Practice (Mental Health) course

Your place on the course is subject to a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check. If you have worked previously in a healthcare setting you will be familiar with this process. Our Regulation and Compliance Team will contact you well in advance of the course start date to begin this checking process for all students, so that it is completed prior to your first placement.

Your place on the course is subject to Occupational health clearance. You will be contacted by TP Health our Occupational Health provider to complete your pre course screening information. You will then be invited to attend a face-to-face appointment during your first week of the course. We would advise that you make every effort to attend this appointment as delaying this may affect your ability to access your online learning platform, and start date on your first clinical placement.

Your will be able to order your student nursing uniform during your first week on the course. When this is available you will be expected to wear full uniform during clinical skills lessons in university and on placement in clinical practice. 

Introductory reading will be identified for each module when this is launched. We would advise that rather than purchase books, that you use our online library services to access reading materials.

Most teaching will be classroom based i.e. on campus. This face-to-face contact is crucial in developing your communications skills but, equally it enables a cohesive and robust learning environment. However, there may be times when some learning may be conducted online.

The course is designed to ensure that you progress in line with Parts 2 and 3 of the NMC Future Nurse Curriculum. Successful completion of theory and practice elements will enable you to then apply for registration with the NMC and obtain your PIN to practice as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN). Your progress is monitored closely by the team, and you will receive feedback and support throughout the course. 

Whether you're joining us after recent prior academic study or you're returning to education after some time away, everyone can benefit from the Academic Study Skills resources provided by the University library.

The Academic Skills team is here to support you throughout your academic journey and to help you gain the skills you need to reach your full potential. They can assist with academic reading and writing skills, give advice on how best to plan assignments, and help improve your time management.

The library's Academic Skills Guides offer the key information to make studying easier and give a comprehensive guide to the learning resources and services we offer.