Course Introduction:
Professionalism and Professional Standards for Nurses and Midwives
Are you a nurse or midwife facing an NMC fitness to practise investigation, complaint, or inquiry? Or are you seeking to enhance your understanding of professionalism and ethical standards as part of your continuing professional development (CPD)? Whether you’re preparing for an NMC investigation, addressing an NMC fitness to practise process, or aiming to strengthen your skills for professional growth as per The Code, this comprehensive course on Professionalism and Professional Standards for Nurses and Midwives is designed specifically for you.
Aligned with NMC guidelines and regulatory standards, this course will support you in maintaining the highest levels of professional conduct and ethical decision-making. It provides valuable insights into managing NMC complaints, understanding the NMC fitness-to-practise process, and developing the tools needed to remediate after a complaint or inquiry. You will also strengthen your understanding of reflective practice, helping you meet your CPD requirements as outlined in the NMC Code of Conduct.
Key Topics Covered in the Course:
- Ethics Training for Nurses & Midwives: Addressing professional dilemmas in practice, ensuring patient-centred care, and aligning with the NMC Code.
- NMC Fitness to Practise Support for Nurses: Navigating the NMC fitness-to-practise process and understanding the steps involved in hearings and investigations.
- Reflective Practice for Nurses Under Investigation: Engaging in reflective learning to meet NMC standards and improve future practice.
- Handling NMC Complaints and Inquiries: Practical strategies for managing NMC complaints and preparing for hearings or investigations.
- Remediation and CPD for Nurses and Midwives: Developing a plan for remediation, addressing gaps in knowledge, and meeting NMC fitness to practise requirements.
- NMC Code of Conduct: A detailed review of the NMC Code and how it informs professional behaviour and decision-making.
Who This Course Is For:
- Nurses and Midwives facing an NMC inquiry, fitness-to-practise process, or disciplinary action.
- Healthcare professionals seeking CPD opportunities to improve their professionalism and understanding of ethical standards.
- Nurses and Midwives needing remediation training following an NMC complaint.
- Nurses preparing for NMC fitness-to-practise hearings.
- Midwives looking to enhance their professional conduct and meet NMC reflective practice requirements for CPD.
Whether you’re navigating NMC complaints or aiming to enhance your skills in professional conduct, this course equips you with the knowledge and tools to meet your CPD requirements and excel in maintaining the NMC’s professional standards.
Helpful Resources:
- NMC Code of Conduct
- NMC fitness-to-practise process
- Ethical decision-making in nursing
- Handling NMC complaints
- NMC revalidation guidance