Practice Certificate in Independent Prescribing (NMC and ACP Route) at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

A multi-professional course to enable you to develop the consultation and prescribing skills required to qualify as an independent prescriber within your area of practice. Become equipped with the skills to prescribe medications safely and effectively. This postgraduate course integrates theoretical learning with practical experience to allow you to undertake roles that require you to take on prescribing responsibilities.

Department: Medicine | Duration: 6 months | Study mode: online | Intake: September, January | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This multi-professional blended learning course takes place over six months including 10 face-to-face study days. Attendance at the University for these dates is mandatory.

Career pathways

On successful completion of the course, you'll be awarded the Practice Certificate in Independent Prescribing. Graduate destinations include: GP surgeries, mental health services, addiction services, pain management, and specialist secondary care services.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

NMC Registered This programme is for NMC registered professionals only. Admissions to the course are undertaken through a process of a university application followed by a supplementary course application form. You'll be required to submit confirmation of your prior experience in relation to your intended prescribing role.

Domestic applicants: GBP 2,200 a year (2027/28). January 2027 entry Source

Intake: September, January

Duration: 6 months

Apply through the official page: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/nursing/postgraduate/ip-application-criteria-nmc-acp

Explore more study programmes

Health Sciences