MSc Nursing/Registered Nurse: Mental Health Nursing

The MSc Mental Health Nursing (Pre-registration) course offered by the University of Cumbria is designed to prepare and guide individuals for a rewarding career as a mental health nurse. This course has a strong practical focus while integrating theory and practice that will ensure students acquire the skills necessary to become a successful mental health nurse.Course Content: The course is constructed to accomplish knowledge, skills and attitudes in mental health practice. It consists of learning subjects like understanding health and social care, research and development in nursing, therapeutic skills for nursing practice, illness management, vulnerability, resilience, and empowerment. The course also includes a mental health nursing research project as well as placements targeted to enhance practical skills.Key Modules: Some of the key modules covered in this course are Applied Pathophysiology, Pharmacology for Healthcare, Mental Health Nursing: Approaches for Advancing Practice, and Developing Recovery-Oriented Practice.Accreditations: The course is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Upon successful completion, students can register with the NMC as a qualified mental health nurse.Future Careers: This course allows the graduates to delve into a variety of career options. Many graduates follow a career path in the NHS, Social Services, Education or within the private, voluntary, and independent sectors. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.