Find out more about studying PGCert-GradCert Independent Prescribing for Nurses (Levels 6 and 7) at University of Reading? We've gathered all the key details, entry requirements, modules, fees, and more. Take the next step by booking an open day to explore it for yourself.
Postgraduate Certificate
University of Reading, Whiteknights Campus
Part Time
Jan 2027
6 Month
Train to become an independent prescriber on our postgraduate Non-Medical Prescribing programme for nurses. The programme comprises a variety of teaching and learning methods, including in-person study days, self-directed study and online learning.You will be expected to complete a minimum of 78 hours of learning in practice. Details of our accreditation can be found on the NMC accreditation website. Since January 2020, this programme has been approved against the new NMC programme standards.Nurses studying the programme can be assessed at either level 6 (undergraduate), leading to a Graduate Certificate, or level 7 (postgraduate), leading to a Postgraduate Certificate. Both programmes award 60 academic credits.
