Senior Lecturer

Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship (Mental Health) (Blended Learning) - UH-000824

Leading to eligibility to apply for registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Professional Register.

As this is an apprenticeship course, applicants are employees. Applicants will be considered, if they are selected by the host organisation and will be interviewed for the field of nursing by practice organisation managers (or delegated personnel) and field-specific nursing academic staff at the University.
The University of Huddersfield seeks and encourages applicants in order to widen participation, improve access and apply the principles of equal opportunities. We provide support for applicants who require additional assistance in order to select the right course of study and make a successful transition to studying at University. We encourage local and national applications. International applications are not permitted for apprenticeship programmes.
The University provides opportunities for the accreditation of prior learning (APL) as stated at the following link: <a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-c/">https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-c/</a>
The NMC regulations on APEL/APLA (referred to as RPL in NMC standards) will apply as follows:
<ul>
<li>A maximum of 50% of the course may be accredited provided all elements are met in full. </li>
<li>Learners transferring from one institution to another must ensure their previous learning is mapped against the new course. </li>
<li>Additionally, adult learners must still be able to meet the general care requirements of Directive 2005/36.EC.  We require learners from all fields to achieve this for parity.</li>
</ul>
Further information related to the School APL process can be found as follows:  <a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-c/">https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-c/</a>       
The University’s general minimum entry requirements are specified in the ‘Regulations for Awards' which can be found on the Registry website as follows: <a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/contents/">https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/contents/</a>
Every person who applies for this course and meets the minimum entry requirement – regardless of any disability – will be given the same opportunity in the selection process. Having a disability should not be seen as a barrier to becoming a health and care professional. As such the University will consider reasonable adjustments, in line with any disclosed application. All shortlisted applicants are selected through interview undertaken by field-specific admissions teams. Learners are usually selected through field-specific group interviews. Applicants must demonstrate the qualities required for the field of nursing through a values-based recruitment approach. Academics, practice partners and service-user and carers are involved in the selection process. General advice and information regarding disability and the support the University can give can be found by contacting as follows:
Telephone: 01484 472675
Email: disability@hud.ac.uk
Further information is available at their website at: <a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/disability-services/">http://www.hud.ac.uk/disability-services/</a>
In addition this course leads to eligibility to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Further advice on the specific skills and abilities needed to successfully undertake this course can be found by visiting the NMC website at <a href="https://www.nmc.org.uk/">https://www.nmc.org.uk/</a> and by contacting the admissions tutor.          
However, the specific entry requirements and admission criteria for this course are detailed below.
<ul>
<li>Be selected by the host organisation (as an employee of that organisation).</li>
<li>Applicants must meet the required pre-entry hours as specified in the pre-entry portfolio.</li>
<li>Applications will be made via employers. However, from the point of selection for consideration by employers, applicants will be selected and recruited for the programme as with direct entry learners.</li>
<li>All applicants must meet the NMC (2018) entry requirements in respect of literacy and numeracy (usually evidenced at interview), good character and good health.</li>
<li>Provide 2 references, 1 of which should be from a referee who has known the candidate for a minimum of 6 months.</li>
<li>All applicants will complete a Rehabilitation of Offenders form and have a Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check which is undertaken by the employer and checked by the admissions team to ensure this is less than 6 months old. If the DBS is more than six months old, the applicant is required to complete a new DBS with their employer. This is checked and recorded by the admissions team. Learners in exceptional circumstances may be allowed to enrol on the programme (under a registration disclaimer) while awaiting a DBS but are not permitted to attend placement until this has been received, checked and been approved at a DBS panel if there are any recorded criminal cautions or convictions.</li>
<li>All candidates will require Occupational Health clearance which is undertaken by employers and reported and recorded by the University admissions team.</li>
<li>All successful applicants will be required to attend an interview.</li>
<li>Evidence of practice experience within a healthcare, social care or educational setting.</li>
<li>All candidates will be required to complete an Initial Needs Assessment.</li>
</ul>
Academic criteria
The route requires:
<ul>
<li>A first degree (2:2 or above).</li>
<li>GCSE English Language or English Literature and Maths at grade 4 or above, or grade C or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme, or Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English.</li>
<li>Evidence of recent study (within 5 years).</li>
</ul>
Admissions Process
The interview process will normally consist of a face-to-face interview and include practice partners. Service-users are usually involved in the interview process wherever possible as per NMC(2018a) recommendations. Service-users have also been involved in developing questions/scenarios for the interviews. 
Evidence pack 
Prior to entry to the apprenticeship, all nursing learner applicants will agree to the terms set in the evidence pack. This will include the training plan, which will be signed by the learner, the employer and the University as the main education provider for the apprenticeship.

NMC-Specific Assessment Rules
Learners must achieve at least 50% in all summative assessments to pass a module. 
However, the medicines calculation test must be achieved at 100% by the end of the course (NMC, 2018c).
Learners are required to pass all components of summative assessments in both theory and practice in order to be awarded MSc Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship (Adult).
In order to progress, or be eligible for registration, learners are required to pass all theory and complete the relevant practice assessment document (PAD) and ongoing achievement record.  All proficiencies in the PAD are awarded either pass or fail, for which approval has been granted by the PVC for Teaching and Learning.
There is no condonement on this course.
There is no compensation in assessments across theory and practice learning (NMC, 2018a).
To qualify for the award of the MSc Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship (Adult), learners must complete all the course requirements, and only learners who successfully obtain 180 level 7 credits and successfully meet the NMC standards will be eligible to apply for registration and entry to the Professional Register.
On completion of the course learners have five years in which to register or record a qualification leading to a mark on the register (NMC 2018c).
Derogation will apply to this course to facilitate individualised assessment schedules where necessary.

UH-000824 - Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship (Mental Health) (Blended Learning)

End Point Assessment Compulsory

End Point Assessment

Masters Compulsory

Masters Core

Masters Optional

Masters Level

Structure

MSc Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship (Mental Health) Progression Rules:
Learners must pass all components of all modules.
Condonement is not allowed.
The pass mark for theory modules is 50% except for the medicines calculation test in each practice module in which the pass mark is 100%.
Placement related elements of practice modules are pass/fail. Theory elements of practice modules (where applicable) are pass/refer/fail. Failed practice elements cannot not be trailed.
Practice module 2 must be complete (in year) before Practice module 3 can be attempted. An administrative module board will take place after the placement for Practice module 2 to verify results before learners can progress to Practice module 3 placement. 
Theory Course Assessment Meeting (CAM) (plus repeat year)
<ul>
<li>If all theory modules passed, then confirm pass theory</li>
<li>If any theory modules (or module components) are referred/deferred, the learner will have a referral/deferral attempt before the progression/award CAM</li>
<li>Theory elements of the practice modules will be presented at the theory CAM</li>
</ul>
 Progression/Award CAM
Theory
<ul>
<li>If all year credits passed then May Progress</li>
<li>If all credits have been passed except for one 15-credit theory module which is a fail, refer or defer then the learner May Progress with Trail as long as no other modules are left outstanding</li>
<li>In any other circumstances, the learner May Not Progress into year 2 and will need to resolve any outstanding credits in the next academic session</li>
<li>No more than 15 credits may be trailed</li>
</ul>
Placement:
<ul>
<li>Learners must pass placement elements of modules in order to progress. If the learner has failed at the point of the course assessment board, then they will not be permitted to progress and will be required to repeat the placement in the next academic session. Referred/deferred/failed theory elements of the practice modules may be trailed in line with theory module detailed above</li>
</ul>
Final year learners with any outstanding failed theory/practice modules will be in a repeat year and will repeat in the next academic session.
Final year learners with any outstanding referred or deferred work will be able to re-sit 3 weeks after the results are released and marks will be taken to a mop-up CAM. 
We have approved PVC exemption from the standard CAM model. This includes pass/fail for placement assessments and a mid-year module assessment board for Year 2 to confirm progression following placement (NMC requirement).
IMPORTANT
Apprenticeship learners will be required to complete an End-Point Assessment gateway prior to the awarding course assessment board to be eligible for the apprenticeship award.
A the end of year 2 learners will qualify for the award of the MSc Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship (Mental Health), if they have completed all the course requirements (180 credits). 
The End-Point Assessment gateway starts with the examination board and finishes when the AEI makes the required declarations to the NMC. The End-Point Assessment gateway according to Institute of Apprenticeships requires the learners to confirm that they are competent and knowledge, skills and behaviours to meet the occupational standards. 
On completion of the course and End-Point Assessment gateway, learners have five years in which to register or record a qualification leading to a mark on the register (NMC 2018 standards, republished in 2023).

Postgraduate Certificate

Postgraduate Diploma

creatively contribute to a group presentation of the research proposal.

exercise initiative to make an effective contribution to the work of a group to undertake and present an empirical, or literature-based research project.

critically apply principles of a holistic assessment of physical, mental health and cognitive care needs to the individual in their care.

critically analyse the suitability and appropriateness of quantitative, qualitative, literature reviews and audit research methods.

achieve the proficiencies as set out in the Midlands, Yorkshire and East Practice Assessment Document and Ongoing Achievement Record.

systematically identify ethical issues arising out of research involving human participants and be able to apply them appropriately.

Recognise the importance of inter-professional working for the benefit of people requiring nursing care.

evaluate the specific care needs for people across the lifespan and with a range of care needs other than those commonly seen in the field of nursing.

evaluate critically the links between theoretical learning and practice experience.

critically evaluate interventions for managing acute care in unpredictable and complex situations, dealing with complex issues systematically and creatively.

apply and systematically evaluate theories supporting the care of the range of physical, mental health and cognitive care needs across the lifespan.

critically evaluate learning and assessment theories and apply to the learning needs of others.

identify and critically apply the principles and importance of maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of themselves and others.

critically apply principles of effective teaching and assessment strategies to meet the learning needs of others.

critically understand developmental and disease processes and apply to the ways in which this manifests in people in the field.

critically outline the differences in caring approaches for people across the lifespan and with a range of physical, mental health and cognitive care needs.

critically and systematically review appropriate literature and relate it to the research area.

critically identify and distinguish between different types of knowledge to support nursing practice.

critically and comprehensively apply underlying principles to the safe administration of medicines to people in the field of nursing.

critically analyse the impact of their own values and beliefs on the people in their care.

safely calculate medicines at level 2 with 100% pass mark.

identify critically the links between theoretical learning and practice experience.

critically reflect on the range of professionals who contribute to care delivery.

reflect on and analyse their learning needs to facilitate the transition to further academic study and becoming a registrant.

skilfully plan and develop a proposal for a field-specific research project.	

systematically outline the legal requirements for medicines administration across a range of settings to meet the specific service needs.

critically analyse and appreciate own role as a member of the multi-professional team working collaboratively to inform decision-making about individual patient care, and improving safety and quality in the delivery of care and services to communities.

skilfully write a fully referenced research report in a style suitable for publication.

critically analyse theories of learning, teaching and assessment to inform the delivery of effective teaching and learning opportunities for patients, junior staff, professional colleagues and learners in clinical practice and enhance the learning culture.

evaluate critically caring approaches to safe and effective person-centred care in the mental health field of nursing.

demonstrate comprehensive and critical understanding of the method used in their research.

critically understand the importance of inter-professional working for the benefit of people requiring nursing care.

systematically and critically appraise the signs and symptoms in relation to altered physiology of people in the field of nursing presenting with acute and complex care needs.

comprehensively identify how theoretical principles of health promotion and care delivery apply to people in the field of nursing.

have an in-depth understand of their own professional field identity and role when working with others, including people in their care and other professionals.

appreciate and expertly apply underlying legal principles to the safe administration of medicines to people in the field of nursing.

skilfully communicate service improvement needs to a range of audiences.

critically apply clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills to systematically examine the professional, legal, ethical and quality issues relevant to the delivery of care to patients in your field of professional practice.

systematically and safely respond to an alteration in the condition of a patient or service-user from the field of nursing.

critically appreciate the concepts and theories of leadership, management and team-working, risk management, clinical governance and accountability in relation to own professional and inter-professional practice.

comprehensively search for relevant literature and sources of evidence.

critically reflect on the importance of inter-professional working for the benefit of people requiring nursing care.

critically and systematically appraise the literature for its value and relevance to nursing practice.

comprehensively understand and apply appropriate methods of data collection and analysis.

systematically describe and differentiate anatomy and physiology across the lifespan.

appreciate and critically discuss professional issues relating to working as an accountable nurse.

systematically and comprehensively understand the role of the qualified nurse in influencing quality care within and beyond an organisation.

systematically and critically evaluate the safety and effectiveness of care when planning and implementing care for the mental health field of nursing.

critically and comprehensively appraise and apply evidence-based principles that support safe and effective care and management of people presenting with acute and complex mental health care needs within and across organisations.

critically evaluate the links between theoretical learning and practice experience.

The methods for the validation and annual evaluation of courses, including those validated by external bodies, and for the review of teaching and research and of academic support services are specified in the University’s Quality Assurance Procedures for Taught Courses which can be found on the Registry website as follows: <a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/">https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/</a>
The School is committed to comprehensive learner engagement and works actively with the University of Huddersfield Student Union to support this through the student representative system see further information at: https://hudsu.unioncloud.org/ 
Within the School learners are represented at committee level from Student Panels to the School Board. The School also has a Student Council. Individual feedback on the quality and standards of teaching and learning is received through module and course evaluations. For nursing courses, a Yorkshire and Humber web-based evaluation tool is used to gain statistical evaluation of placement experience.
An effective external examination system is managed by Registry and all reports are viewed at University, School and course levels. External examiner and learner feedback, as well as all statistical data about the course, is reported through the course committee structure and scrutinised through the University-wide annual evaluation process.
Ofsted and inspections
Ofsted inspects the quality of apprenticeships at all levels, which makes it the single body responsible for their quality assurance.
This means that Ofsted carries out inspections of apprenticeship training at universities and colleges registered with the Office for Students (OfS). It then reports its judgements to OfS and the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA).

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Public funds are used to fund apprenticeships and as such this course will be regulated by the Education and Skills Funding Agency to ensure appropriate management of funds and standards of education:
<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/education-and-skills-funding-agency/about">https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/education-and-skills-funding-agency/about</a>
The  Master’s Registered Nurse Degree  Apprenticeship  (MRNDA) course will follow the same curriculum and study the same modules as a student studying the Master’s Pre-registration Nursing course. 
There are however some key differences to the MRNDA journey, The MRNDA is an apprenticeship programme and the learner, as such, is undertaking the course as an employee of a sponsoring healthcare provider such as NHS, PIVO or health and social care. As employees, apprentices will remain subject to their employing organizations terms and conditions which includes annual holiday entitlements.  
The Education and skills Funding agency (ESFA) administers all apprenticeships including MRNDA courses. ESFA  regulations apply and provide clarity on areas such as eligibility for apprenticeships, apprenticeship salaries,  employment hours and funding regulations. Prior to the MRNDA practical period (start of the course) commencing, an initial needs assessment is carried out to identify and recognize prior learning and to identify current specific learning needs. A training plan is then completed and signed by the apprentice, the employer and the provider and  sets out details of the training to be delivered. Finally, an apprenticeship agreement is signed by the apprentice, the employer, and the provider. These three documents comprise the evidence pack which must be in place prior to commencement of the course. At the end of the apprenticeship an end-point assessment gateway is required and for the PRMA course is integrated into the master’s degree course. An end-point assessment  is a holistic and independent assessment of the knowledge, skills and behaviours which have been learnt throughout a course. The University of Huddersfield is a registered EPA organization and as such can award an EPA to its successful apprentices. Independent scrutiny and quality assurance is undertaken by course-appointed appropriately qualified external examiners prior to the course assessment meeting at end of the course. An apprenticeship will be awarded  after the final course assessment meeting. The PRMA course is also subject to Ofsted (Office for Standards in Education) inspection. The role of Ofsted is to ensure that organisations providing education including apprenticeships do so to a high standard and to ensure this Ofsted will inspect, regulate, and publish reports on findings. To monitor the progress of all apprentices, tripartite reviews of learning are carried out on a quarterly basis for the duration of an apprenticeship – approximately every 12 weeks. Tripartite reviews will be facilitated by clinical nurse educators for the duration of the course.

Module Leader
The module leader is responsible for teaching, learning and assessment of the modules within this course.
Programme Leader
The programme leader is responsible for the entire quality assurance arrangements for the course.
Course Leader
The course leader is responsible for learner experience and management for that particular field.
Practice Supervisor
The practice supervisor is a registered nurse or midwife or registered health or social care professional who has current knowledge and experience and are appropriately prepared for the role. They are responsible for ensuring that learning opportunities are facilitated, for contributing to learner assessment and for providing regular feedback to the learner.
Practice Assessor
The practice assessor is a registered nurse with current knowledge and expertise who is appropriately prepared for the role. The practice assessor conducts assessments, informed by feedback from practice supervisors and others, makes and records objective decisions, drawing on records, observations, learner reflection and other resources. They will periodically observe the learner and schedule communication with academic assessors at relevant points
Academic Assessor
The academic assessor is a registered nurse and is nominated for each part of the programme and are appropriately prepared for the role. The academic assessor will work in partnership with the practice assessor to evaluate and recommend the learner for progression for each part of the programme. They will have understanding of their learning and achievement in practice and schedule communication and collaboration between academic and practice assessors.
Practice Learning Facilitator (PLF)
The PLF supports learners when they are in their placement setting and also provides support to practice assessors and practice supervisors as needed. The PLF is based in the placement setting in the clinical education team and works in partnership with the University and the practice placements to ensure that learners receive excellent, quality-assured clinical placements.
Centre for Apprenticeships
The Centre for Apprenticeships offers advice and guidance to apprentices, employers, staff and other stakeholders to assist them through the apprenticeship process. This includes: quality assurance, compliance, and data-collection requirements necessary to meet ESFA, Ofsted and University regulatory requirements for apprenticeship courses. The team also supports the administrative processes linked to recruitment to the courses, ensuring apprenticeship funding rules and University regulations are followed and evidence packs are completed. The team monitors off-the-job hours, attendance of learners, reviews progress made, supplies data to practice partners as requested, plans and administers End-Point Assessment Gateway and End-Point Assessments with external EPA Organisations (where applicable).