Later stage Nursing Programme

The program is comprised of 180 credits (ECTS) and consists of both theoretical and clinical courses. The program consists largely of self-directed web-based learning supported by information and communication technology with some instruction taking place on campus, as well as the clinical training (internships) in organizations engaged in health and social care in the county. The program consists of theoretical studies in the main field of Nursing and Medical Science in addition to clinical studies that have the goal of integrating and applying theoretical knowledge. The depth and scope of the subject will gradually increase during the program. The content that is studied throughout the program moves from the relatively simple needs of healthy people to the needs of sick people, from the needs of the general public to the needs of people with specific illnesses. During the clinical parts of the program there is a progression from observation and supervised participation, to a greater degree of independence in the assessment and implementation of health care. Gradually increasing levels of competence, which are identified by the nursing competencies, can be found in the mission statements of the internship which also includes a national clinical final examination. Program is divided into three principal parts. Academic year 1: Topic: The nursing profession, health, the core values of nursing and the scientific domain. Academic year 2: Topic: Preparation and implementation of nursing care for patients with specific needs. Academic year 3: Topic: Managing and planning evidence-based care with a focus on complex care needs.. Throughout the program gender equality, diversity and internationalization in relation to health, disease and treatment will be studied and problematized. Students are also trained in the use of various forms of information and communication technology that can be used as a communication aid.