Competency Framework
Are you ready to elevate your emergency nursing skills? While the Faculty of Emergency Nursing (FEN) was established over 25 years ago, we’ve been empowering emergency nurses through our structured webinars and pathways for growth and recognition since 2020.Your Journey Starts Here
FEN’s framework has evolved into a robust three-tier system designed to develop emergency nurses at every stage:
- Enhanced Level (formerly AFEN)
- Advanced Level (formerly MFEN)
- Expert/Fellow Level
Each level comes with tailored education programs, enabling you to gain academic credits while honing your clinical expertise, leadership skills, and advanced knowledge.
What We Offer
Clinical Programme
For nurses at the Enhanced Level, this program offers:
- Nine flexible units (leading to a Level 6 Diploma in Emergency Nursing).
- Start anytime—perfect for busy schedules!
- Webinars (live and recorded) with CPD certificates for professional growth.
Leader Programme
Supporting nurses at the Advanced Level (Sisters, Charge Nurses, Clinical Nurse Managers, or aspiring leaders):
- Prepares you for a Level 7 Diploma in Leading Emergency Nursing (qualification available soon)
- Gain leadership insights while earning CPD certificates.
Fellow Programme
For experienced professionals at the Expert/Fellow Level:
- Get ready for the FFEN qualification [to be developed].
- Dive into advanced topics through interactive webinars and networking opportunities.
Why Choose FEN?
- Flexible Learning: Learn at your pace with live and on-demand webinars.
- Recognised Qualifications: Earn academic credits while developing real-world skills.
- Career Advancement: Prepare for leadership roles and gain recognition in the field.
Exclusive Subscriptions
Currently, FEN is open to registered nurses, but we’re exploring opportunities to welcome other nursing professionals in the future.
Updated 28/01/2025
The below files are;
1. Original competency frameworks from which the qualifications at AFEN, MFEN and FFEN are being developed.
AFEN original competency Framework
MFEN Original Competency Framework
FFEN Original Competencies Framework
2. Learning outcomes for the AFEN qualification are available to FEN subscribers.
2021 AFEN Learning Outcomes – Core Comps – Psyche – Adult & Older person – Child & Young Person
3.Examples from 4 units of the AFEN qualification depicting the assessment criteria against the learning outcomes.
2021 Learning Outcomes with Assessment Criteria Qualification Excerpts
Please Note- The complete units, combination documents and sign off indexes for the full qualification are available to subscribers only. The above original FEN competencies and our portfolio tools are open for all to use in clinical practice and as an example of the requirement for AFEN accreditation.