This module is suitable for registered nurses as a stand alone module for the MA/MSc PD Framework in addition to broaden professional development opportunities in practice.
This module is part of the University’s MSc Advanced Clinical Practice/ Advanced Clinical Practice Degree Apprenticeship. You will study alongside other students on these courses. The module is also part of the Professional Development MA/MSc course - a flexible course that you help design to take your career to the next level.
Accreditation
This module is accredited by the Royal College of Nursing until October 2026.
Overview
The University of Worcester (UW) is committed to advancing the Professional Nurse Advocate (PNA) role as a key driver of psychological safety and wellbeing for the nursing workforce, enabling staff to flourish at work. The PNA module is integral to promoting compassionate leadership and inclusive healthcare environments for all staff and learners.
This module will enable nurses, midwives or other healthcare practitioners to fulfil the role of PNA and develop competence to deploy the elements of the Advocating for Education and Quality Improvement (A-EQUIP model). This module prepares practitioners to demonstrate understanding of the role of the PNA, providing support to enhance health and wellbeing; developing education and training to progress knowledge and skills; and leading personal action for quality improvement practices to ensure that the patient group and families experience safe, enriching care.
There is a clear focus on gaining theoretical and practice skills in providing Restorative Clinical Supervision to promote the wellbeing and development of the healthcare team.
Students undertake experiential learning in their employing organisation with the support of a PNA clinical supervisor.
Career benefits
The module aims to build sustainable advocacy capacity within healthcare organisations, addressing workforce wellbeing and fostering a culture of equity, inclusion and continuous improvement. Students will gain academic and critical thinking skills and apply knowldege of the A- EQUIP model to practice environments.
Key attributes and career benefits are expected to be:
- Promoting quality improvement and audit
- Cultural competence
- Health and wellbeing of the workfoce
- EDI and E
- Self confidence awareness
- Advocacy for patients, clients and peers
- Safe learning environment charter
- Psychological safety and burnout
Module delivery
This module content has been designed by experienced professional Nurse and Midwifery educators to promote theoretical and practical skill development regarding the PNA role and the A-EQUIP model.
Entry requirements
- You must be a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Hold a degree or HE diploma in a relevant subject
If you do not have a first degree the following criteria may be taken into consideration:
- Evidence of successful academic study at level 6 or equivalent.
- Experience of working in a health setting, the roles undertaken and the level of decision making undertaken
- Awareness of the demands of studying at postgraduate level
- Interest and motivation for successful study on the course
- Support from employer to undertake course
Any questions?
If you have any questions about entry requirements, please call our Admissions Office on 01905 855111 or email admissions@worc.ac.uk.
Contact
If you have any questions, please get in touch. We're here to help you every step of the way.
Postgraduate Professional Development Team
PG.ProfessionalDevelopment@worc.ac.ukAdmissions Office
admissions@worc.ac.uk01905 855111
