Learning Disabilities Nursing with foundation year

About this course

Learning disabilities nursing is a specialist nursing field dedicated to supporting people with intellectual disabilities, including Down's syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, and other conditions that affect cognitive development, to live as independently, healthily, and fulfilling a life as possible. It is a profession that requires both clinical competence and a deep commitment to person-centred care, advocacy, and the rights of people who have often been excluded from or underserved by mainstream health and social care. Learning disabilities nurses work across a broad range of settings, from community teams and supported living services to specialist hospitals and acute care environments. At Coventry University, this four-year full-time degree combines theory with practice-based learning to lead you to professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council and a rewarding ca

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 96% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 32 / 100Artistic, literary and media occupations · 1% of graduatescards →
• 30 / 100Managers, directors and senior officials · 1% of graduatescards →
• 18 / 100Teaching Professionals · 1% of graduatescards →
• 8 / 100Other Health Professionals · 1% of graduatescards →
• 6 / 100Nursing Professionals · 92% of graduatescards →

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