Careers in Nursing and Midwifery
Are you passionate about our NHS but not sure which course is right for you? If you've ever wondered where a degree in Nursing or Midwifery can take you, have a look at the careers our courses can lead too.
From supporting new lives entering the world to working on the front line during the current pandemic to supporting people with a range of mental health conditions or learning disabilities, our Nursing and Midwifery careers can only be described as truly inspirational - and now couldn’t be a more exciting time to study one of our nursing or midwifery degrees.
Want to be a nurse? Explore the different fields of practice we offer for Nursing…
Adult Nurse
Adult nurses plan and provide care to patients 18 and over suffering from a range of medical illness and conditions, supporting their treatment, recovery and well-being. You’ll work with a wide range of specialists to deliver the best outcome. Find out more about Adult Nursing.
Children’s Nurse
This is a fulfilling and rewarding career focusing on specialist nursing care for children and young people who have a range of acute, long-term and complex healthcare needs. Being a child nurse, you will also need to consider the wider care and support needed by families, including parents and carers. Find out more about Child Nursing.
Learning Disability Nurse
This involves working with adults and children who have a range of learning disabilities. A learning disability nurse works to improve or maintain their patient's health, encourage independent living and help them lead a fulfilling life. Career opportunities are diverse – you can work in the community, inpatient services, specialist and behavioural teams or in primary care supporting GP practices. Find out more about Learning Disability Nursing.
Mental Health Nurse
This involves supporting people with a range of mental health conditions. Some may need long-term care, others short-term support. As a mental health nurse, you’ll help them take more control over their condition. Find out more about Mental Health Nursing.
Or are you thinking of studying Midwifery?
Midwives often describe their job as a 'privilege'. The role they have in preparing women for the delivery of new life makes them a vital presence during all stages of pregnancy, labour and the early postnatal period. You will learn to communicate and work with women from all reaches of society, striving to promote their health at all times while recognising your important role to women at each stage of maternity. Find out more about Midwifery.
Now more than ever there is a greater demand for Nurses and Midwives, take the first step and be part of something great!