Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery
Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery
The Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery is a constituent academic faculty of King's College London. It is named after Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, and is one of the leading institutions for nursing and midwifery education and research in the world.
History[edit | edit source]
The faculty was established in 1860 by Florence Nightingale herself, making it the first professional training school for nurses. It was originally known as the Nightingale Training School and Home for Nurses. The school was set up at St Thomas' Hospital in London, which remains one of its primary teaching hospitals.
Academic Programs[edit | edit source]
The faculty offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in nursing and midwifery. These programs are designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the healthcare sector. The faculty is known for its rigorous academic standards and its emphasis on both theoretical and practical training.
Undergraduate Programs[edit | edit source]
Postgraduate Programs[edit | edit source]
Doctoral Programs[edit | edit source]
Research[edit | edit source]
The Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery is renowned for its research output. The faculty's research focuses on a wide range of topics, including patient care, health policy, mental health, and global health. The faculty collaborates with various healthcare institutions and research organizations to advance the field of nursing and midwifery.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
The faculty is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including simulation labs, research centers, and libraries. These facilities provide students with hands-on experience and access to the latest resources in the field of nursing and midwifery.
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
The faculty has produced many notable alumni who have made significant contributions to the field of nursing and healthcare. Some of the distinguished alumni include:
- Dame Cicely Saunders, founder of the modern hospice movement
- Dame Elizabeth Anionwu, a prominent nurse and health educator
Affiliations[edit | edit source]
The faculty is affiliated with several leading healthcare institutions, including:
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