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Return to practice (RTP) nursing

Anglia Ruskin University

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
  • Region
    East of England
    Admissions address
    Bishop Hall Lane
    Chelmsford
    CM1 1SQ
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs.

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the East of England on [email protected]

Return to practice (RTP) nursing

University of Bradford

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    0191 275 4796
  • Region
    Yorkshire and The Humber
    Admissions address
    25 Trinity Road
    Bradford
    West Yorkshire
    BD5 0BB
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs. 

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the North East and Yorkshire on [email protected]

Return to practice (RTP) nursing

University of Chester

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
  • Region
    North West
    Admissions address
    Parkgate Road
    Chester
    Cheshire
    CH1 4BJ
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs. 

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the North West on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

University of Cumbria

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    6 months
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
  • Region
    North West
    Admissions address
    Fusehill Street
    Carlisle
    Cumbria
    CA1 2HH
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course takes six months to complete. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs. 

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the North West on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

Edge Hill University

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    01695 575171
  • Region
    North West
    Admissions address
    St Helens Road
    Ormskirk
    Lancashire
    L39 4QP
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Edge Hill University offers registered nurse return to practice courses at level 6 and level 7.  

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs. 

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements.

Nursing (return to practice)

Liverpool John Moores University

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  • Study mode
    Full-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    0151 231 4133
  • Region
    North West
    Admissions address
    79 Tithebarn Street
    Liverpool
    L2 2ER
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs. 

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the North West on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

Manchester Metropolitan University

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  • Study mode
    Full-time
    Duration of the course
    6-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    0161 247 5506
  • Region
    North West
    Admissions address
    Birley Campus
    53, Bonsall Street
    Manchester
    M15 6GX
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs.

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the North West on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

Northumbria University, Newcastle

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    0191 2156239
  • Region
    North East
    Admissions address
    Coach Lane Campus
    Coach Lane
    Benton
    Newcastle upon Tyne
    NE7 7XA
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs.

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the North West on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

Sheffield Hallam University

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    0114 225 2372
  • Region
    Yorkshire and The Humber
    Admissions address
    Robert Winston Building
    Collegiate Campus
    Collegiate Crescent
    Sheffield
    S10 2BP
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs. Please take a look at our page of frequently asked questions (FAQs).

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the North East and Yorkshire on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

Teesside University, Middlesbrough

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    0191 275 4796
  • Region
    North East
    Admissions address
    Middlesbrough
    Tees Valley
    TS1 3BA
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs.

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the North West on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

Birmingham City University

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    0121 331 6295
  • Region
    West Midlands
    Admissions address
    City South Campus
    Seacole Building
    Westbourne Road
    Birmingham
    B15 3TN
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs.

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the Midlands on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

University of Wolverhampton

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    01902 321000
  • Region
    West Midlands
    Admissions address
    Walsall Campus
    Gorway Road
    Walsall
    WS1 3BD
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs.

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the Midlands on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

University of Worcester

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    01905 542650
  • Region
    West Midlands
    Admissions address
    Henwick Grove
    Worcester
    WR2 6AJ
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs.

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the Midlands on [email protected].

Nursing (return to practice)

University of Lincoln

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  • Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice), Nursing (return to practice, general practice nursing)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    01522 882 000
  • Region
    East Midlands
    Admissions address
    Brayford Pool
    Lincoln
    Lincolnshire
    LN6 7TS
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

If you are looking to return to GP practice nursing, there are GP placements available via this course. 

Funding

NHS England will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. NHSE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs.

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the East of England on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

University of Northampton

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice), Nursing (return to practice, general practice nursing)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    0300 303 2772
  • Region
    East Midlands, South East
    Admissions address
    Park Campus
    Boughton Green Road
    Northampton
    NN2 7AL
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

If you are looking to return to GP practice nursing, there are GP placements available via this course. 

Funding

NHS England will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. NHSE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs.

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the East of England on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

City, University of London

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    0207 0405904
  • Region
    London
    Admissions address
    Northampton Square
    London
    EC1V 0HB
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs. 

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in London on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

University of Greenwich

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    020 8331 8000
  • Region
    London
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

NHS England (NHSE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. NHSE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs. 

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHSE in London on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

Kingston and St George's University of London

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    020 8325 1337
  • Region
    London
    Admissions address
    Kingston Hill
    Kingston-upon-Thames
    KT2 7LB
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs. 

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in London on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

Liverpool John Moores University

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    0151 231 4133
  • Region
    North West
    Admissions address
    79 Tithebarn Street
    Liverpool
    L2 2ER
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs. 

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the North West on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

Manchester Metropolitan University

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    0161 247 5506
  • Region
    North West
    Admissions address
    Birley Campus
    53, Bonsall Street
    Manchester
    M15 6GX
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs.

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the North West on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

Coventry University Group Scarborough

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    0191 275 4796
  • Region
    North East
    Admissions address
    CU Scarborough
    Ashburn Road
    Off Valley Road
    Scarborough
    YO11 2JW
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs.

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the North East and Yorkshire on [email protected].

Nursing (RTP - return to practice)

Coventry University

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    024 7765 5158
  • Region
    West Midlands
    Admissions address
    Richard Crossman Building
    Priory Street
    Coventry
    CV1 5FB
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs. 

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the Midlands on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

University of Brighton

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  • Study mode
    Distance learning/online
    Duration of the course
    8 week online course plus 150-300 placement hours
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    01273 644644
  • Region
    East Midlands, East of England, London, North East, North West, Northern Ireland, South East, South West, West Midlands, Yorkshire and The Humber
    Admissions address
    Westlain House
    Village Way
    Falmer
    Brighton
    BN1 9PH
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing.

The academic part of the programme is fully online, enabling remote study with no costly or time-consuming commute. Applicants are required to have some basic computer skills, however there is technical support and training available. 

Funding

Health Education England (HEE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. HEE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs.

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS Health Education England in the South East on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

Canterbury Christ Church University

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    01227 928000
  • Region
    South East
    Admissions address
    Erasmus Building
    North Holmes Road
    Canterbury
    Kent
    CT1 1QU
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

NHS England (NHSE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. NHSE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs.

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHS England in the South East on [email protected]

Nursing (return to practice)

University of Greenwich

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  • Study mode
    Part-time
    Duration of the course
    3-12 months depending on individual returner's needs and circumstances
    Leading to a career in
    Nursing (return to practice)
  • Contact details
    [email protected]
    020 8331 8000
  • Region
    South East
    Admissions address
    Old Royal Naval College
    Park Row
    Greenwich
    London SE10 9LS
Entry Requirements

If you have previously been a registered nurse and wish to return to the profession then you may need to undertake a Return to Practice programme. The programme allows you to update your skills and knowledge so that you can become re-registered and return to work in nursing. The course will take approximately three to six months to complete, although some people may take longer (up to 12 months) depending on clinical placement hours required, the length of time out of practice and length of time previously in practice. Courses are flexible to fit around existing commitments, such as childcare.

Funding

NHS England (NHSE) will provide a one off contribution to nurses Returning to Practice to assist with costs and expenses such as purchasing books, car parking, child care etc. NHSE will also pay for the course for returnees as well as contribute to placement costs.

Apply today

Applications for Return to Practice programmes should be made directly to the named person at this university (above). They can tell you more about their course and which local trusts provide the clinical placements. Alternatively, you can contact NHSE in the South East on [email protected]

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