Nurse Independent Prescribing Practice Certificate
6 monthsProgramme duration
3,149 GBPTuition Fee/year
Mar-2026Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Blended
This 45-credit, postgraduate, Level 7 short course equips registered nurses to become independent and supplementary prescribers, building the clinical, professional, and leadership skills to deliver safe, effective prescribing in everyday practice.
The programme is delivered by a blended approach, part-time study over six months designed to fit around professional workers and is a Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)-accredited qualification which is required for independent and supplementary prescribing roles. The programme is taught by expert clinicians with current prescribing experience in diverse healthcare settings. You’ll learn through a clinically relevant, evidence-based programme that combines online learning, interactive workshops, and supervised practice in your workplace, ensuring you gain both theoretical insight and practical prescribing competence.
This programme is ideal for UK-registered nurses who work in a patient-facing clinical role, have at least one year post-registration experience, and can secure written support from their employer and a Designated Prescribing Practitioner (DPP).
Programme overview
Main Subject
Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Blended
This 45-credit, postgraduate, Level 7 short course equips registered nurses to become independent and supplementary prescribers, building the clinical, professional, and leadership skills to deliver safe, effective prescribing in everyday practice.
The programme is delivered by a blended approach, part-time study over six months designed to fit around professional workers and is a Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)-accredited qualification which is required for independent and supplementary prescribing roles. The programme is taught by expert clinicians with current prescribing experience in diverse healthcare settings. You’ll learn through a clinically relevant, evidence-based programme that combines online learning, interactive workshops, and supervised practice in your workplace, ensuring you gain both theoretical insight and practical prescribing competence.
This programme is ideal for UK-registered nurses who work in a patient-facing clinical role, have at least one year post-registration experience, and can secure written support from their employer and a Designated Prescribing Practitioner (DPP).
Admission Requirements
- Be a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for at least one year and be employed in a patient-facing role.
- Have written approval from their employer, line manager, and NMP lead.
- Secure a qualified Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor.
- Be prepared to identify a relevant area of prescribing practice.
For full entry requirements, visit course page.
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