Health Promotion and Ill Health Prevention: The Nurse’s Role
10 Credits (ECTS)
Health Promotion and Ill Health Prevention: The Nurse’s Role
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Module Description
This module introduces students to their future role as nurses in maintaining the health of individuals and populations and preventing further health deterioration through the promotion of healthy lifestyles.
It explores various models of health promotion and equips students with strategies for effective health promotion interventions.
By understanding these models, students learn to develop and implement programs that encourage healthy behaviors, contributing to disease prevention and overall health maintenance.
This module emphasizes the nurse’s role in advocating for and educating patients about lifestyle changes that can lead to improved health outcomes, ensuring they are well-prepared to support and guide patients in their journey towards better health.
Through theoretical knowledge and practical application, students will be able to address health issues proactively, making a significant impact on public health and individual well-being.
Entry Requirements
Candidates who apply for this course will need to possess:
- Two A-levels, one of them preferably being in a science subject, or an equivalent qualification at MQF Level 4 (for example, a Level 4 Diploma in Applied Science).
- Either Biology or Chemistry or Health & Social Care at Intermediate level.
OR
- At least 1 of the following: Biology, Chemistry, or Health & Social Care at level 4 (advanced or intermediate)
- and at least 3 of the following: Physics, Sociology, Psychology, English, Maltese or Mathematics at level 4 (advanced or intermediate).
Applicants will also need to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in English language by a valid International English Language Testing System level at overall level 6 or Occupational English Test with B in speaking and C+ in writing or Matriculation and Secondary Education Certificate (MATSEC) pass at Grade 3 or better in English Language.
- Prior to commence the enrolling in any nursing programme, students should provide evidence of a clean conduct published by the respective police force or authority.
- In the case of those students who do not possess a Level 4 qualification, but who have a substantial amount of experience in the care industry and who possess O-level standard education, ca n be accepted into this Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Nursing Science, on the condition that they undergo and acquire a pass in a Level 4 preparatory programme offered by IDEA College.
Furthermore, these students shall also undergo a RPL process in order to verify their work experience. Link to RPL Policy and Process: https://mt.ideaeducation.com/app/uploads/2022/09/Doc_007_22-Recognition-of-Prior-Learning-Policy-and-Process.pdf
Target Audience
This programme targets:
- Students who have completed their post-secondary education and would like to pursue a tertiary-level education in nursing.
- Older adults who have worked in different environments, but mostly in the care industry, who are interested in pursuing a programme in nursing.
- Individuals who are qualified in areas related to healthcare such as podiatry and physiotherapy and who are looking for or considering a career change in nursing.
Module / Unit Instructions
- This module uses a blended approach promoting the building of a community of practice via peer-to-peer learning.
- This module consists of lecturer-led sessions which include class lectures, online sessions, tutorials, discussions, presentations and workshop activities, fora and peer discussions promoting peer-to-peer learning, as well as simulation learning during which the students can work on an array of scenarios through role play.
- Online learning activities– synchronous and asynchronous sessions – may include active interaction led by the lecturer, participation, and contributions in fora discussions, sharing resources and self-reflection exercises. Learners also contribute to the building of the community of practice by providing feedback to their peers as critical friends, enhancing the learner’s critical engagement throughout the study period.
- The simulation learning provides continuous formative feedback as an on-going guidance during the student’s learning experience in preparation for their summative assessment
How you’ll be assessed
This module comprises of:
- Guided learning, presentations, comprising synchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.
- Self-study hours comprising research, reading and assignment work.
Assessment
This module is assessed via 3 mandatory components:
- Formative Assessment
- Summative Assessment
- Simulation Learning
Learning Outcomes:
Competences:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the responsibility and autonomy to:
- Understand and explore fundamental theories, concepts, and principles in relation to health promotion and the role of the nurse in preventing ill health.
- Access, appraise, and communicate contemporary evidence to develop subject-specific knowledge and appropriate strategies for public health and health promotion with individuals, families, and communities across the lifespan.
- Utilise a range of different strategies to assess, plan, and deliver health promotion needs.
- Demonstrate the ability to critically reflect on their roles and responsibilities for promoting the health of people in their care.
Knowledge:
By the end of this module the student will have been exposed to the following indicative content:
- Understand and explore fundamental theories, concepts, and principles in relation to health promotion and the role of the nurse in preventing ill health.
- Access, appraise, and communicate contemporary evidence to develop subject-specific knowledge and appropriate strategies for public health and health promotion with individuals, families, and communities across the lifespan.
- Utilise a range of different strategies to assess, plan, and deliver health promotion needs.
- Demonstrate the ability to critically reflect on their roles and responsibilities for promoting the health of people in their care.
Skills:
By the end of this module, the students will be able to:
- Undertaking a health-needs analysis of a given population.
- Devising strategies for promoting health and preventing ill health with people of different ages.
- Developing appropriate materials for engaging in health promotion and patient education.
- Critically appraising the strengths and limitations of health promotion practice through analysis of research and other evidence
Module-Specific Learner Skills:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will be able to
- Present own discussion and developments in a logical and organised manner through approaches of critical feedback and self-reflection.
- Engage with peers and/or team members to share and reflect on own development.
Module-Specific Digital Skills and Competences:
At the end of the module/unit, the learner will be able to:
- Navigate through the online learning platform to find assignments, discussion boards, literature, tutorials, etc.