Obtaining the specialist title implies a higher level of professional qualification by accrediting specific training in a specific area of professional practice.
Current legislation clarifies that the title of Specialist:
-It is an official title and valid throughout the State
-It is necessary to use the specialist designation
-It is necessary to practice the profession as a specialist
It is necessary to fill jobs in that category of specialist nurse – in the public and private sectors.
Royal Decree 450/2005 establishes the following specialties for Nursing:
-Obstetric-Gynecological Nursing (Midwives). Training program .
-Mental Health Nursing. Training program .
-Occupational Nursing. Training program.
-Geriatric Nursing. Training program.
-Family and Community Nursing. Training program.
-Pediatric Nursing. Training program.