Genomics in Nursing: CPD Resources
All nurses need to have a understanding of genomics and how it can benefit their patients. To support this, genomics is now included in the NMC standards of proficiency for registered nurses.
The resources on this page will help you to develop your knowledge and understanding of genomics. Download a Genomics Learning Passport for Nurses today to begin your learning journey!
Start your learning journey here!
Download your copy of the Nursing Genomics Learning Passport to guide you along your genomics journey. The passport signposts you to educational resources and provides a central place to record your completed CPD.
Where to start?
To help you get started, we have listed a selection of educational resources below. These are organised into four groups according to their location in the Nursing Genomics Learning Passport. To access some of the resources, you will need to sign up for an account with e-learning for healthcare.
Part 1: Core Concepts of Genomics
This section covers the basic concepts of genomics necessary for clinical practice.
These resources are relevant to all nurses and will lay the foundations for your genomics learning journey.
Part 2: Building upon your Basic Knowledge
These resources are suited to clinical nurse specialists and anyone with an interest in genomics who wants to take their learning further.
There is no suggested timeframe in which to complete these modules. You may not need to complete all modules – you will need to decide which modules are appropriate to your sphere of practice.
Part 3: Integrating Genomics into Clinical Practice
The following courses and resources may be more suited to nurses with substantial genomics knowledge to further expand expertise, understanding and application of genomics.
There is no suggested timeframe in which to complete these modules. You will need to decide which modules are appropriate to your sphere of practice.
Part 4: Further Information and Resources
Further resources and where to find out more; taking your study to the next level!
There are a range of accredited taught courses from single modules to postgraduate programmes.
Where can I get more information?
Visit our Education and Training page for Nurses and Midwives to continue your genomics learning journey.
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