Nursing/Registered Nurse: Learning Disabilities Nursing - BSc (Hons)

University of Cumbria

Empower children, young people, and adults to live their best lives. This degree equips you to deliver specialised and inclusive support, improving healthcare, social inclusion, and overall quality of life for individuals with learning disabilities. \There is a strong emphasis on collaborative teaching from all fields of nursing, which is informed by clients’ experiences of learning disability healthcare. Throughout your degree, our expert academic team will support you to ensure your experience is fulfilling and enjoyable. \You will boost your skills and confidence in safe and supportive learning environments using our on-campus clinical skills and simulation facilities. These include our simulated ward areas, high-dependency care areas, home spaces, and our immersive simulation room. \You will also spend half of your degree on clinical placements, providing nursing care to individuals and families in a variety of settings. You will have many opportunities to network with local services, and you will become an advocate for people with learning disabilities. Our unique campus locations mean you will gain wide-ranging experience in both rural and city areas. \The NHS Learning Support Fund, offering at least £5,000 per year, is available to eligible students. For more information and details of eligibility, visit www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/lsf.

Nursing, Health and Professional Practice