Forensic inpatient LD nursing
Positive behavioural support and risk assessment
Criminal justice system, working with offenders
Adult support and protection
Psychological literacy, formulation
Challenging Behaviour, mental health, adults with incapacity, legal issues
Values base for learning disability nursing including, human rights, personalisation, equality and inclusion, person centred, strengths based, respect, partnerships
NMC Proficiencies
1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10, 1.12, 1.14, 1.15, 1.17, 1.18, 1.19
2.7, 2.8
3.5, 3.6, 3.8, 3.9, 3.10
4.8, 4.10, 4.11
6.3, 6.5, 6.6, 6.8, 6.10
7.9, 7.11
On successful completion of the module the student should be able to:-
1. Explore the impact of abuse and trauma on well-being and mental health, and how this can influence communication and relationship-building in people with learning disabilities.
2. Analyse psychological models and ways of working when behaviours are perceived as challenging, including risk assessment.
3. Demonstrate a critical understanding of the definitions, principles, and values of behavioural models.
4. Identify the physiological, emotional and physical risks associated with the use of physical restraint and restrictive practices.
5. Critically examine the relationship between forensic learning disability services and the Criminal Justice System.
6. Apply behavioural assessments, functional assessment and positive behavioural support plans.
7. With reference to the Participation in Care Framework, demonstrate safe, effective and person-centred practice at the INDEPENDENT level of performance.
The module will be delivered using blended learning approaches, including simulation and case-based scenarios to improve the student experience. Learning and teaching strategies will enhance student engagement, accessibility, flexibility and personalisation of the curriculum through the use of technology/digital learning where appropriate. Lecturers, service partners, users, carers and students will contribute to the authenticity of the teaching and learning experience.
Development, or enhancement, of
Independent learning skills
Critical thinking and decision making skills
Study, IT and time management skills
Professional and ethical values aligned with professional practice
Communication and team working
Theory and practice integration and problem solving
