In 2004 the SNNG devised a career pathway for neonatal nurses (see download below). Continuing professional development and/or formal academic provision can support this pathway. Continuing professional development opportunities should be available locally. ‘Qualified in Specialty’ courses are considered essential for all neonatal nurses/midwives and some staff will go on to achieve higher awards. The current provision for formal neonatal education in Scotland is outlined below.



1. Qualified in Speciality
(modules at degree level (9) and NES competencies achieved)

Glasgow Caledonian University
40 credit integrated theory/practice module

Napier University
15 credit theory module
30 credit practice module



2. Specialist Practitioner Qualification (SPQ)

Glasgow Caledonian University
BSc/BSc (Honours) Specialist Nursing (a generic programme)



3. Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (ANNP)

Napier University
MSc in Advanced Neonatal Nursing Practice
Currently 8 modules to Pg Diploma (ANNP) in 2 academic years
Dissertation over 1 academic year to MSc ANNP



Contacts:
c.greig@napier.ac.uk
a.c.halliday@gcal.ac.uk

downloads:

SNNG Report on Neonatal Nurse Staffing & Career Pathways	26/05/07