Independent and supplementary non-medical prescribing (NMP603 / NMP703)
Designed to meet the needs and expectations of a diverse range of healthcare clinicians
CPD for healthcare professionals

This exciting, challenging and contemporary non-medical prescribing module is designed to meet needs and expectations of a diverse range of healthcare professionals:
This 40-credit module can be taken at either degree level or masters level, depending of your previous level of study and your regulatory body guidance.
The aim of this module is to advance the development of health care professionals, enabling the understanding of wider influences and principles of prescribing, in order to practice safely and effectively within their scope of professional practice.
You will enhance your understanding of the theoretical, analytical and clinical principles of prescribing within a sound framework for history taking, problem solving, accountability and the development of an analytical evidenced based rationale for prescribing actions.
This module is taught over 26 days, within a six-month period. It utilises a blended learning pathway consisting of 10 face-to-face taught days and 16 self-directed days supported by a distance learning package. There is also one day of revision, one day of examination and a final day offering tutorials. An additional 90 hours in practice supported by a suitably qualified independent prescribing assessor, promotes and embeds knowledge within your own clinical setting.
Learning outcomes are mapped to the Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s (2016) Competency Framework for all Prescribers.
Successful completion of this module will lead to annotation on the appropriate regulatory bodies’ register as an independent and supplementary prescriber.
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(NMC requirements)
(HCPC / AHPH requirements)
(HCPC / AHPH / CoP requirements)
Please also see: Independent and supplementary non-medical prescribing application guide.
(GPhC requirements)
"A great team of lecturers with a clear passion for teaching a difficult and sometimes complicated subject. Really felt supported and encouraged to learn. I have to say from a teaching point of view one of the best courses I’ve been on. Encouragement to apply theory to practice and understand why and what we do in practice."
"Positivity throughout the module was apparent from staff and students. It was extremely evident that the tutors had a wealth of knowledge about the subject and put it across in such a way that it was easy to understand."
"This has been a well-run, well organised course. It has had good content. I haven't actually used the library but the information given by the librarian initially was useful as I hadn't studied for a while."
"The assessment process and deadlines were clear from the start and I really appreciated the timeline given to achieve the goals needed. Extremely well organised from start to finish and it was clear that the numeracy section was challenging (percentages especially) but help was always available to discuss issues."
"Good teachers, good atmosphere in class, interesting topics. Really enjoyed the whole learning experience."
"I enjoyed the pharmacology lectures, starting at a basic level and working up slowly!"
"Antibiotic resistance lecture was fascinating. All lectures were interesting and presented well."
"Interesting and useful module as it helped to broaden my understanding of the prescribing competencies. The module has helped me to acknowledge and appreciate other factors (e.g. pharmacological and ethical) which I would have to apply to my prescribing practice."
"The academic team are very knowledgeable and are very forthcoming with sharing their knowledge and experiences. All are approachable and understanding of work commitments."