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The Nethersole School of NursingFaculty of MedicineThe Chinese University of Hong Kong

Professional Diploma Programme in Advanced Nursing Practice (1-year part-time)(Management and Leadership / Medical Nursing / Perioperative Nursing)

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Application Deadline (for admission in September 2017) 7 July 2017 (Friday)

Study Streams of the ProgrammeStudents admitted in 2017-18 may choose to study in one of the following study streams: Management and Leadership Medical Nursing Perioperative Nursing

Who Should ApplyRegistered nurses who would like to pursue specialty nursing education offered by a recognised university in Hong Kong.

Entry RequirementsThe applicant should: be a Registered Nurse in Hong Kong with a valid

practising certificate;

have a bachelor’s degree in nursing;

have at least 2 years’ post-registration work experience in healthcare; and

be currently practising in a specialty area related to the chosen study stream.

Nurses who assume specialty roles in different clinical settings have been increasing significance in the provision of high quality nursing care and the enhancement of healthcare outcomes. This programme is designed to provide comprehensive specialty training for bachelor’s-prepared registered nurses. The modules in the programme provide students with the requisite specialty-based knowledge and skills for delivering advanced nursing care, promoting evidence-based nursing practice, advancing innovations in healthcare delivery, and assuming leadership, management and advocacy roles within a specialty area of practice. A range of professional learning experiences are provided to develop students’ expertise in a specialty area.

Assessment MethodsStudent are assessed in every module through a combination of examinations, assignments, presentations, case study reports, projects, coursework, and/or laboratory demonstrations.

Graduation RequirementsFor graduation, students are required to attain a minimum of 80% attendance and pass all assessments in each module, and obtain a cumulative overall GPA of not lower than 2.0.

The AwardThis programme leads to the award of a Professional Diploma in Advanced Nursing Practice from The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK).

Transfer of UnitsGraduates from the programme with an average result of not lower than B may apply for unit exemption when studying Master of Nursing Programme offered by our School.

Recognition of the ProgrammeThe programme is recognised by the respective College of the Hong Kong Academy of Nursing as quotable qualification.

Online Application: https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=2435259

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Specialization in Advanced Nursing Practice / Management IRequisite specialty knowledge and skills for advanced case management and patient care, or advanced practice in management and leadership; evidence-based practice concepts and applications

Specialization in Advanced Nursing Practice / Management IIRequisite specialty knowledge and skills for advanced case management and patient care, or advanced practice in management and leadership; quality and safety; nursing informatics; ethical and legal issues

Programme StructureThe curriculum consists of six modules offering in three terms over one academic year.

Contact Us 7/F, Esther Lee Building, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong

(852) 3943 6076 (852) 2603 5269

http://www.nur.cuhk.edu.hk/

pdpanp@nur.cuhk.edu.hk

Online Applicationhttps://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=2435259

Our SchoolThe Nethersole School of Nursing of the Faculty of Medicine, CUHK has a proud and successful history of providing undergraduate and postgraduate nursing education at par with international standards.

Director and ProfessorProfessor Sek Ying CHAIR

Medium of InstructionEnglish supplemented with Cantonese

Class Arrangement Classes will usually be held in two weekday evenings, or on Saturday per week in the CUHK campus or occasionally in hospitals.

Programme DirectorProfessor Iris LEE

Mode of Study and Duration1-year part-time (from September to June)

Teaching and Learning Strategies Teaching and learning strategies include lectures,

tutorials, laboratory demonstration and practice, online activities, student-led presentations, discussions, case studies, group projects, workshops, visits, clinical practice and reflective activities.

Guided and supported professional learning experience in the specialty area of practice (250 hours out-of-class professional activities)

Advantages of Studying at The Nethersole School of Nursing Obtaining a professional diploma in nursing from an internationally renowned university; Studying in an established school of nursing with national and international links; Teaching by lecturers who are experienced in various clinical areas and in research; Studying in a friendly and stimulating environment conducive to effective learning and

personal growth, with the support of helpful academic staff; and Opportunity to attend seminars given by international scholars in nursing and other

disciplines.

Professional visit

Leadership forum

The Nethersole School of Nursing, located at 6-8/F on Esther Lee Building

#Students will attend classes according to their study stream.

Tuition Fee HK$22,000

Career Prospects and Further Studies Advancing nursing excellence in a specialty area of

practice Assuming leadership and management roles in

wards, hospitals or other healthcare settings Pursuing postgraduate studies in nursing or other

health-related disciplines

An Introduction to Specialty Nursing PracticeSpecialty nursing practice and the healthcare context

Practice Innovations and Change ManagementSpecial interventions; develop and evaluate evidence-based practice innovations; change management

Professional Skill Competency in Specialty NursingAuthentic professional learning experience in the specialty area of practice

Clinical Leadership and Contemporary Roles of Specialty NursingClinical leadership; nursing advocacy; mentoring; personal effectiveness and self-management

Information Seminars 24 May 2017 (Wednesday), 7 pm, LT1 Esther Lee Building, CUHK3 June 2017 (Saturday), 11 am, LT1 Esther Lee Building, CUHK16 June 2017 (Friday), 7 pm, LT3 Esther Lee Building, CUHK24 June 2017 (Saturday), 11 am, LT4 Esther Lee Building, CUHK

To register, please visit:https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=3324780