Prescribing for Healthcare Practitioners

• Holistic consultation through analysis of consultation models and assessment tools
• Pharmacology; pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of drugs
• Critiquing evidence base practice to inform decision making

• Non-medical prescribing influences on practice
• Prescribing within a team context

Learning Methods

The September cohort is delivered online with 6 single study days and online materials including online chat, virtual classroom and discussion forums. In addition, you will engage with directed and self-directed learning activities supported by the module team. 
 
The March cohort is delivered using a blend of face to face teaching (6 single study days) on campus and online materials including online chat, virtual classroom and discussion forums. In addition, you will engage with directed and self-directed learning activities supported by the module team.

Assessment

This course is assessed through practice portfolio and exams.

• Valid registration with the Health and Care Professions Council or the Nursing and Midwifery Council
• Nurse/midwives and relevant allied health professionals are required to have a minimum of one year relevant post registration experience and have been in the clinical field in which they intend to prescribe from for at least one year preceding application

• Demonstrate an ability to study at degree level for level 9 and honours level for level 11 - written approval from the employer that requirements of the local prescribing clinical governance infrastructure are fulfilled
• Written confirmation from a designated prescribing practice assessor and supervisor who meet the criteria outlined by the relevant professional regulatory bodies and employer

For Academic Year 2025/2026

SCQF Level 9 or 11

• UK students: £1,240

This course is not available for international students.

For Academic Year 2024/2025

SCQF Level 9 or 11

• UK students: £1,130

Additional Costs

The following course-related costs are not included in the course fees:

• Accommodation and living costs
• Printing

Disclaimer

For new intakes course fees are reviewed and published annually for each mode of delivery. Tuition fees are fixed for the duration of a course at the rate confirmed in the offer letter.  For further information see: