Continuous workforce development (CWD) and primary care portfolio 2018/19
CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Continuous workforce development (CWD) and primary care portfolio 2018/19
This portfolio contains information on the continuous workforce development (CWD) commissioned by Health Education England for the north east (HEE).
There are both modules and masterclasses available and six different providers: Newcastle University, Northumbria University, Sheffield Hallam. Sunderland University, Teesside University and The Open University.
HEE commissions CWD to ensure that the healthcare workforce has the skills and knowledge to deliver safe and effective care to NHS patients.
The CWD courses are available to the non-medical professional workforce in the north east delivering NHS care.
For more information on what we commission and how to apply, please visit our website.
You can also email us at [email protected].
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Contents Continuous workforce development (CWD) and primary care portfolio 2018/19 ...... 1 Continuous workforce development (CWD) and primary care portfolio 2018/19 ...... 2 This portfolio contains information on the continuous workforce development (CWD) commissioned by Health Education England for the north east (HEE)...... 2 Northumbria University Accredited modules ...... 7 Neonatal specialist and high dependency ...... 7 Foundation of teaching and learning in practice ...... 8 Children and young people's history taking and physical assessment ...... 9 History taking and physical assessment (adult/child) ...... 10 Adult Critical Care Nursing Core Knowledge and Skills ...... 11 Consolidation of Adult Critical Care Nursing Knowledge and Skills ...... 12 Neonatal intensive care ...... 13 Chemotherapy: enhancing practice ...... 15 Contemporary chemotherapy practice for conditions other than cancer ...... 16 Foundations of cancer care ...... 17 Principles of palliative care ...... 18 Managing pain and symptoms in advanced disease ...... 19 Long term conditions suite of modules-CBT for long term conditions ...... 20 Promoting sexual health in primary care ...... 21 Professional Midwifery Advocate (Bridging) ...... 22 History taking and clinical skills for primary care ...... 23 History Taking and Clinical Skills for Mental Health and learning disabilities ...... 25 The acutely ill adult ...... 26 The acutely ill adult ...... 27 Children and young people recognition and emergency care in critical iIllness ...... 28 Foundations in paediatric intensive care- Children & Young People ...... 29 Advanced skills for chemotherapy practitioners ...... 30 End of life care for all ...... 31 Enhancing care for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) ...... 32 Advanced skills for chemotherapy practitioners ...... 33 Enhancing the care of older people ...... 34 Common presentations in CAMHS ...... 35 Early intervention and prevention in CAMHS ...... 36 Skills for practice in CAMHS ...... 37 Northumbria University Unaccredited Modules ...... 38 Mentor/ educator preparation ...... 38 Sheffield Hallam University Unaccredited Modules ...... 40 Mentor preparation for the health professions ...... 40 Practice teacher preparation ...... 42 3 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Teesside University Accredited modules ...... 43 Advanced ECG in practice ...... 43 Advanced physical assessment and disease management skills ...... 45 Advancing non-medical prescribing ...... 46 Advancing paediatric physical assessment skills ...... 48 Advancing the role of the practice teacher ...... 49 Assessing and managing the deteriorating patient ...... 50 Care of the neonate in high dependency and special care ...... 51 Care of the neonate in intensive care ...... 52 Chemotherapy – enhancing practice in cancer care ...... 53 Clinical assessment and referral for paramedics ...... 54 Critical care ...... 56 Diabetes management and prevention ...... 58 Diagnosis and management of heart failure ...... 59 End of life care for all ...... 60 Enhancing competency for nurses working with children and young people who have high dependency nursing needs ...... 61 Enhancing contemporary practice in dementia care ...... 62 Enhancing the role of the practice teacher ...... 63 Examination of the newborn ...... 64 Examination of the newborn ...... 66 Integrating cognitive behavioural theory and interventions in mental health practice ...... 68 Non–medical prescribing ...... 70 Paediatric physical assessment skills ...... 72 Physical assessment skills ...... 73 Principles of major trauma management in the emergency setting ...... 74 Teesside University Masterclasses ...... 76 Care of older people ...... 76 Dementia care ...... 77 Diabetes management and prevention ...... 78 Management of tissue viability and wounds ...... 79 Managing long term health conditions ...... 80 Motivational interviewing/ behaviour change techniques ...... 81 Teesside University Unaccredited modules ...... 82 Care of older people ...... 82 The Open University Unaccredited modules ...... 83 Facilitating learning in practice: mentorship portfolio assessment ...... 83 Facilitating learning in practice: mentorship portfolio assessment ...... 85 Improving diabetes management ...... 87 Improving health and wellbeing ...... 89
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The University of Sunderland Accredited Modules ...... 91 Non-medical prescribing ...... 91 Primary care portfolio ...... 93 Northumbria University Masterclasses ...... 93 The professional midwifery advocate bridging course ...... 93 Respiratory disorders ...... 94 End of life/ palliative care ...... 95 Challenging communication in practice ...... 96 Enhancing the care of the older person ...... 97 Dementia ...... 98 Motivational interviewing/ behaviour change techniques ...... 99 Teesside University ...... 100 Asthma: adult and paediatric ...... 100 Basic wound care...... 101 Coronary heart disease including stroke ...... 102 The University of Sunderland Accredited modules...... 104 Developing practice in clinical skills ...... 106 The University of Sunderland Unaccredited modules ...... 107 Preparation for mentorship ...... 107 Newcastle University Accredited modules ...... 109 Health Statistics ...... 109 Health Economics ...... 110 Public Health Protection ...... 112 Chronic disease epidemiology ...... 114 Applications of epidemiology to public health ...... 116 Public Health Intervention ...... 120 Global Health ...... 122 Radiotherapy Physics 1 ...... 123 Radiotherapy Physics 2 ...... 124 Radiation Safety Physics 1 ...... 125 Radiation Safety Physics 2 ...... 127 Imaging with Ionising Radiation 1 ...... 128 Imaging with Ionising Radiation 2 ...... 130 Imaging with Non-Ionising Radiation 1 ...... 132 Imaging with Non-Ionising Radiation 2 ...... 134 Introduction to Cardiac Science ...... 136 Diagnostic Approaches and Current Treatment of Cardiovascular Disorders ...... 137 Ultrasound Imaging in Cardiac Disease ...... 138 Diagnosis and Management of Cardiac Rhythm Disorders ...... 139 Introduction to Respiratory and Sleep Science ...... 140 5 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Respiratory and Sleep Science 2 ...... 141 Introduction to Vascular Science ...... 142 Vascular Science 1 (previously two modules: Ultrasound Science and Instrumentation + Haemodynamics and Ultrasound Safety) ...... 143 Vascular Science 2 (previously three modules: Extracranial Vascular Ultrasound + Extracranial Vascular Ultrasound + Arterial/venous imaging) ...... 144 Introduction to Gastrointestinal Physiology ...... 146 Lower Gastrointestinal Physiology and Endoanal Ultrasound ...... 148 Upper Gastointestinal Physiology ...... 150 Introduction to Urodynamic Science ...... 151 Urodynamic Science 1 ...... 152 Urodynamic Science 2 ...... 154 Clinical Assessment and Investigation ...... 156 Introduction to Healthcare Science, Professional Practice & Clinical Leadership ...... 158
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Northumbria University Accredited modules
Neonatal specialist and high dependency
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
MW0630 (Level 6) Provider Northumbria University Code MW0713 (Level 7)
Level 6 & 7 Credits 30
What is it about? You will develop your knowledge and understanding of the infant and family requiring specialist and high dependency care. You will begin by understanding neonatal physiology from conception to birth and understand how an infant’s physiology changes to adapt to extra uterine life.
Who is it for?
This module would suit midwifery staff in the neonatal specialist and high dependency care area.
What will participants learn? You will understand the complexities of caring for a child requiring specialist and high dependency care in relation to nutrition, hydration, pain management, infection prevention, resuscitation, discharge and transfer to neighbouring units or home. The module builds the foundation to discuss these issues and others in the intensive care infant, in the second module of the award.
How will it be delivered?
Blended and taught.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
experience with midwifery care and neonatal specialist and high dependency care area
When is it? 10/10/2018 (Level 6 and 7)
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Mike Stephenson Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Foundation of teaching and learning in practice
Subject Area Mentorship
TE6640 (Level 6) Provider Northumbria University Code TE7031 (Level 7)
Level 6 & 7 Credits 30
What is it about? Development of Community Practice teachers to facilitate the learning of District Nurses, School Nurses and Health Visitors. This module will prepare participants for the role of practice teacher/educator and provide Foundation Teacher status.
Who is it for?
It is suitable for DN/SN/HV community practice teachers.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - Expert development in leading educational practice for a variety of learners, common mentors and the wider workforce in a professional context - Multiple teaching and learning opportunities to develop and support practice and demonstrate the achievement of professional standards
How will it be delivered?
Blended and taught.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Participants must be in a relevant role.
When is it? 26/09/2018 (Level 6 & 7)
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Carol Wills Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Children and young people's history taking and physical assessment
Subject Area Assessment, diagnosis and early intervention
Provider Northumbria University Code AC6603
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? Develop knowledge and skills for undertaking a comprehensive health history and physical assessment. In order to ensure safe patient care, students will be engaged in practical skills and knowledge and development.
Who is it for? It is suitable for nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, healthcare scientists, pharmacists, paramedics. It is aimed at practitioners who undertake these skills as part of their role and able to perform in practice.
What will participants learn? The module content includes; - patient-practitioner communication; - health history; - clinical examination of physical systems; - symptom recognition; - patient management
How will it be delivered?
Blended and simulation.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? The student must be in a role where assessment of the newborn and neonate are required. This will enhance learning by ensuring a strong theory-practice link. It is strongly recommended that students identify clinical support mechanism for the duration of the module to aid learning.
When is it? 02/04/2019
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Peter Dryden Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
9 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
History taking and physical assessment (adult/child)
Subject Area Assessment, diagnosis and early intervention
Provider Northumbria University Code AC0246
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? Develop knowledge and skills for undertaking a comprehensive health history and physical assessment. In order to ensure safe patient care, students will be engaged in practical skills and knowledge and development.
Who is it for? It is suitable for nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, healthcare scientists, pharmacists, paramedics. It is aimed at practitioners who undertake these skills as part of their role and able to perform in practice.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - Patient-practitioner communication - Health history - Clinical examination of physical systems - Symptom recognition - Patient management
How will it be delivered?
Blended and simulation.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? The student must be in a role where assessment of the newborn and neonate are required. This will enhance learning by ensuring a strong theory-practice link. It is strongly recommended that students identify clinical support mechanism for the duration of the module to aid learning.
When is it? 13/09/2018, 10/01/2019, 06/02/2019
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Mark Bevan Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Adult Critical Care Nursing Core Knowledge and Skills
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
AC6692 (Level 6) Provider Northumbria University Code AC7021 (Level 7)
Level 6 & 7 Credits 30
What is it about? The module will provide you with an increased ability to assess and manage patients with critical illness. Following on from the Department of Health’s seminal recommendations on Levels of Care in 2000 the Intensive Care Society (ICS) have updated these definitions and this module is designed for nurses working in critical care units caring for Level 2 and 3 patients.
Who is it for?
This module is designed for nurses working in adult critical care units
What will participants learn? Subjects covered on the module include relevant anatomy and physiology which will be facilitated by directed/blended learning and the e-learning portal; assessment of the patient including airway, breathing, circulation and neurological; support and management of respiratory and circulatory failure and the psychological care of the patient
How will it be delivered?
Blended.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? You should be a qualified nurse working within an adult critical care setting.
You will need to demonstrate evidence of previous study at level 5 and have completed National Competency Framework for Registered Nurses in Adult Critical Care Step 1 Competencies.
When is it? 20/09/2018 (Level 6 & 7)
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Lorraine Mutrie Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Consolidation of Adult Critical Care Nursing Knowledge and Skills
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Northumbria University Code AC6693
Level 6 & 7 Credits 30
What is it about? This module is designed to equip you with the knowledge and competence to manage care for Level 3 critically ill patients. Therefore you must be working on an adult critical care unit to complete this module.
Who is it for? adult critical care unit
What will participants learn? You will study advanced respiratory support, advanced haemodynamic monitoring, support and management of patients in organ failure, for example neurological, renal, cardiovascular, gastro- intestinal.
How will it be delivered?
Blended
What experience /qualifications do participants need? You should be a qualified nurse working within an adult critical care setting.
You will need to demonstrate evidence of previous study at level 5 and have completed National Competency Framework for Registered Nurses in Adult Critical Care Step 1 and Step 2 Competencies.
It is recommended that a core knowledge critical care module is undertaken prior to commencing this module.
When is it? 24/01/2019 (Level 6 & 7)
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Lorraine Mutrie Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Neonatal intensive care
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
MW0629 (Level 6) Provider Northumbria University Code MW0712 (Level 7)
Level 6 & 7 Credits 30
What is it about? The module allows you to explore Neonatal Intensive practice with colleagues from many units in the region, to engage in discussion and debate to understand the complexities and challenges caring for an infant and their family receiving Intensive care. The module builds on knowledge gained in the special and High Dependency module, and explores the specialist intensive care needs of infants in neonatal units, to understand how thermoregulation, nutrition, pain management, palliative care and infection control among many topics. You will also understand the physiological changes as an infant adapts to extra uterine life, and how problems with this transition lead to infants requiring Intensive care.
Who is it for?
It is suitable for practitioners working within neonatal intensive care.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - Exploration of Neonatal Intensive practice with colleagues from many units in the region - Engagement in discussion and debate to understand the complexities and challenges caring for an infant and their family receiving Intensive care - Building on knowledge gained in the special and High Dependency module - Exploring the specialist intensive care needs of infants in neonatal units - Understanding how thermoregulation, nutrition, pain management, palliative care and infection control among many topics - The physiological changes as an infant adapts to extra uterine life - How problems with this transition lead to infants requiring Intensive care.
How will it be delivered?
Blended and taught.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Working within neonatal intensive care
When is it? 27/02/2019
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
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Name: Mike Stephenson Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Chemotherapy: enhancing practice
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Northumbria University Code AC0310
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? This module focuses on the holistic needs of the patient undergoing chemotherapy and their family/ carers. The impact of chemotherapy treatment for the patient will be explored from a physiological, pharmacological and biopsycho-social perspective and learners will be encouraged to reflect and explore personal experiences arising from clinical practice.
Who is it for?
Nurses and allied health professionals.
What will participants learn? The impact of chemotherapy treatment from a physiological, pharmacological and bio-psychosocial perspective. Safety and governance issues will be explored.
How will it be delivered?
Blended and simulation.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Practitioners need to work in an environment where they can give due consideration to the concepts and skills and administer chemotherapy.
14/09/2018 When is it? 08/02/2019
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Gillian Walton Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Contemporary chemotherapy practice for conditions other than cancer
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Northumbria University Code AC0662
Level 6 Credits 10
What is it about? To enable practitioners experienced in the delivery of chemotherapy for non-malignant disease to develop enhanced skills and knowledge.
Who is it for?
It is suitable for nurses and allied health professionals.
What will participants learn? The module content includes; - the holistic needs of the patient undergoing chemotherapy and their family/ carers; - The impact of chemotherapy treatment for the patient will be explored from a physiological, pharmacological and biopsychic-social perspective; - learners to reflect and explore personal experiences arising from clinical practice.
How will it be delivered?
Blended and taught.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Working in relevant practice area.
When is it? 14/09/2018, 08/02/2019
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Gillian Walton Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Foundations of cancer care
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Northumbria University Code AC0008
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? This module focusses on concepts of care in cancer care with a central focus on the patients and their families and an understanding of common cancers.
Who is it for? It is suitable for nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and paramedics. You will need to demonstrate evidence of previous study at level 5.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - Concepts of care in cancer care with a central focus on the patients and their families - An understanding of common cancers
How will it be delivered?
Blended and taught.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Working in relevant practice area
When is it? 13/09/2018, 14/02/2019
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Gillian Walton Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Principles of palliative care
Subject Area Rehabilitation and long term conditions
Provider Northumbria University Code AC0342
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? This module is focussed on patients who have palliative care needs, students will be encouraged to consider the many components that contribute to the delivery of quality palliative care. A flexible learning approach is adopted to assist in the development of specific knowledge relating to the principles of palliative care in both the cancer patient and patients suffering diseases other than cancer.
Who is it for?
Nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and paramedics.
What will participants learn? This module will enable the practitioner to critically examine their practice when caring for this vulnerable group of patients and will consider the holistic needs of the patient and their carers. Participants will be encouraged to reflect and explore personal experiences arising from their own clinical practice in order to consider enhancing their professional practice.
How will it be delivered?
Blended.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Working with clients with palliative care needs. Level 5 study
When is it? 20/09/2018, 08/02/2019
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Isabel Quinn Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
18 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Managing pain and symptoms in advanced disease
Subject Area Rehabilitation and long term conditions
AC6613 (Level 6) Provider Northumbria University Code AC0733 (Level 7)
Level 6 & 7 Credits 20
What is it about? This module is focussed on patients who have palliative care needs. Students will be encouraged to consider the many components that contribute to the delivery of quality palliative care. A flexible learning approach is adopted to assist in the development of specific knowledge relating to the management of symptoms in advanced disease.
Who is it for?
Nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and paramedics.
What will participants learn? Managing symptoms in advanced disease, e.g. pain, nausea and vomiting, breathlessness and symptoms at the end of life.
How will it be delivered?
Blended.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Working with patients with advanced disease.Level 5 study
When is it? 12/02/2019 (Level 6 & 7)
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Isabel Quinn Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Long term conditions suite of modules-CBT for long term conditions
Subject Area Rehabilitation and long term conditions
AC6662 (Level 6) Provider Northumbria University Code AC0786 (Level 7)
Level 6 & 7 Credits 20
What is it about? A holistic approach to the assessment of psychological management of physical disease, including cognitive behavioural therapy and motivational interviewing.
Who is it for?
Nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, healthcare scientists, pharmacists and paramedics.
What will participants learn? The importance of assessing psychological impact and holistic needs for patients with long term conditions. Interventions and impact. Students will develop skills to assess and deliver appropriate interventions.
How will it be delivered?
Blended.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Working with patients with chronic disease.
When is it? 26/03/2019 (Level 6 & 7)
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Karen Corder Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
20 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Promoting sexual health in primary care
Subject Area Personal and population health and wellbeing
AC6657 (Level 6) Provider Northumbria University Code AC0773 (Level 7)
Level 6 & 7 Credits 20
What is it about? Prepares nurse to competently deliver sexual health services within professional, legal and governance in primary healthcare settings.
Who is it for?
Nurses
What will participants learn? The module content includes; - assessment and management of sexual health and contraception; - current trends and epidemiology; - risk reduction using motivational interviewing techniques; - female genital mutilation; - psycho-sexual issues.
How will it be delivered?
Blended.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
You must be a registered primary care nurse and have previous evidence of level 5 study.
When is it? 12/11/2018 (Level 6 & 7)
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Karen Elton Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
21 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Professional Midwifery Advocate (Bridging)
Subject Area Mentorship
Provider Northumbria University Code MW0714
Level 7 Credits 20
What is it about? Throughout the course of your module you will develop the skills required by the Professional Midwifery Advocate Competency Profile (NHS England, 2017)
Who is it for? it is suitable for midwives
What will participants learn? To subsequently to undertake the Professional Midwifery Advocate (PMA) role to deliver the AEQUIP model of support to midwives and pregnant women and their families.
How will it be delivered?
Blended and taught.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? It is available only to those who are working as a registered midwife and have been approved as ready to train for the role by their employer.
When is it? Details to follow
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Mary Bell Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Details to follow
22 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
History taking and clinical skills for primary care
Subject Area Assessment, diagnosis and early intervention
Provider Northumbria University Code AC0648
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? The module will introduce students to the process of history taking and assessing the physical manifestations of common disease processes. Students will be able to evaluate routine clinical investigations and assess the severity of symptom complexes relating to common gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory and neurological conditions.
Who is it for? It is suitable for nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, healthcare scientists, pharmacists, paramedics. It is aimed at practitioners who undertake these skills as part of their role and able to perform in practice.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - Patient-practitioner communication - Health history - Clinical examination of physical systems - Symptom recognition - Patient management. The module provides an introduction to the process of history taking and assessing the physical manifestations of acute and chronic health issues. You will be able to evaluate clinical findings and assess the severity of symptom complexes relating to eyes, ears, nose & throat, respiratory, skin and gynaecological conditions.
How will it be delivered?
Blended and Simulation
What experience /qualifications do participants need? The student must be in a role where assessment of the newborn and neonate are required. This will enhance learning by ensuring a strong theory-practice link. It is strongly recommended that students identify clinical support mechanism for the duration of the module to aid learning. Previous evidence of level 5 study.
When is it? 11/10/2018
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Karen Elton Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
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Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
24 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
History Taking and Clinical Skills for Mental Health and learning disabilities Subject Area Assessment, diagnosis and early intervention
Provider Northumbria University Code AC6694
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? History taking and clinical skills for mental health is a module focused upon practice and skills acquisition.
Who is it for? Mental Health practitioners routinely begin to build up an admission profile, interview service users, assess and record data and information in order to progress care treatment and management in terms of care planning and care evaluation.
What will participants learn? Your skills repertoire will be enhanced throughout this module, enabling you to systematise your approach to the key areas of history taking formulation, assessment, risk assessment and risk management, all skills which will greatly assist you in care planning and evaluation processes. This module will support processes of peer review and tutor support and guidance in employing real practice examples to develop your skills in these areas.
How will it be delivered?
Blended and simulation.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? The student must be in a role where assessment of the newborn and neonate are required. This will enhance learning by ensuring a strong theory-practice link. It is strongly recommended that students identify clinical support mechanism for the duration of the module to aid learning.
When is it? 23/04/2019
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Norman McClelland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
25 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
The acutely ill adult
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Northumbria University Code AC6680
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? This module is designed for practitioners who work in the acute hospital ward/ department setting or are new to critical care areas. It aims to give practitioners an increased ability to assess and manage patients with acute/ critical illness. It will introduce practitioners to recent developments in acute and critical care. This module will give practitioners the knowledge to assess and manage the early phases of acute and critical illness.
Who is it for?
It is suitable for nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and paramedics.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - Assessment and management of patients with acute/ critical illness. - Anatomy and physiology, assessment of a patient's airway, breathing and neurological status. - Support and management of respiratory and circulatory failure - Psychological care
How will it be delivered?
Blended.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Experience in acute/critical care environments. You will need to demonstrate evidence of previous study at level 5.
When is it? 10/09/2018
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Lorraine Mutrie Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
26 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
The acutely ill adult
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Northumbria University Code AC7001
Level 7 Credits 20
What is it about? This module is designed for practitioners who work in the acute hospital ward/ department setting or are new to critical care areas. It aims to give practitioners an increased ability to assess and manage patients with acute/ critical illness. It will introduce practitioners to recent developments in acute and critical care. This module will give practitioners the knowledge to assess and manage the early phases of acute and critical illness.
Who is it for?
It is suitable for nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and paramedics.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - Assessment and management of patients with acute/ critical illness. - Anatomy and physiology, assessment of a patient's airway, breathing and neurological status. - Support and management of respiratory and circulatory failure - Psychological care
How will it be delivered?
Blended
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Experience in acute/critical care environments. You should be a qualified nurse working within and acute care environment. You will need to demonstrate evidence of previous study at level 6.
When is it? 10/09/2018
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Lorraine Mutrie Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
27 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Children and young people recognition and emergency care in critical iIllness Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Northumbria University Code AC6617
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about?
The knowledge and skills required for the safe care of critically ill children and young people.
Who is it for?
It is suitable for nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and paramedics.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - specific physiological problems encountered in children; - recognition of emergency situations; - resuscitation and care in critical illness; - family-focused care.
How will it be delivered?
Blended. The module utilises high fidelity simulation with SIM baby as a key component.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Experience in paediatric acute/critical care environments.
When is it? 14/01/2019
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Mike Stephenson Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
28 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Foundations in paediatric intensive care- Children & Young People
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Northumbria University Code AC6625
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? To equip practitioners with the knowledge and skills required for the safe care of children and young people in intensive care.
Who is it for?
It is suitable for nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and paramedics.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - Equipping practitioners knowledge and skills required for caring for children in intensive care settings. The module provides a foundation in PICU care. Topics will include: Ventilation Organ donation End of life care Renal support Cardiology Family centre care
How will it be delivered?
Blended and WBL.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Experience in paediatric intensive care environments- You will need to demonstrate evidence of previous study at level 5.
When is it? 10/09/2018
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Mike Stephenson Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Advanced skills for chemotherapy practitioners
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Northumbria University Code AC7023
Level 7 Credits 20
What is it about? To enable practitioners experienced in the delivery of chemotherapy to develop enhanced skills and knowledge.
Who is it for?
It is suitable for experienced chemotherapy nurses.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - the impact of complex chemotherapy, managing multiple mobilities, side effects and challenging situations; - delivering care with a patient focus whilst facilitating practice development in the area.
How will it be delivered?
Blended, taught and simulation.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? a qualified nurse or healthcare practitioner, who is involved in administering chemotherapy.
When is it? 05/03/2019
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Gillian Walton Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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End of life care for all
Subject Area Rehabilitation and long term conditions
Provider Northumbria University Code AC0664
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? This module will enable the practitioner to critically examine their practice when caring for this vulnerable group of patients and will consider the holistic needs of the patient and their carers. Participants will be encouraged to reflect and explore personal experiences arising from their own clinical practice in order to consider enhancing their professional practice.
Who is it for?
Nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and paramedics.
What will participants learn? This module is aimed at practitioners who care for all patients at the end of life. The module focus is on the patient pathway, patient choice, e.g. preferred place of choice. The importance of multi- disciplinary care delivery will be a key component of the module. A flexible learning approach is adopted to assist in the development of specific knowledge relating to end of life care in both the cancer patient and patients suffering diseases other than cancer.
How will it be delivered?
Blended.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Working with clients at the end of life. Evidence of previous level 6 study.
When is it? 25/09/2018
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Isabel Quinn Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Enhancing care for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Subject Area Rehabilitation and long term conditions
Provider Northumbria University Code AC6656
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? Management of COPD as a long-term condition, behavioural change treatment interventions, personal efficacy.
Who is it for?
It is suitable for nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and paramedics.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - The Management of COPD as a long-term condition - Behavioural change treatment interventions - Personal efficacy
How will it be delivered?
Blended and taught.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Working in relevant practice area. You should be a qualified nurse or healthcare practitioner, who is involved in the management of COPD patients. You will need to demonstrate evidence of previous study at level 5.
When is it? 22/01/2019
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Karen Corder Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Advanced skills for chemotherapy practitioners
Subject Area Rehabilitation and long term conditions
Provider Northumbria University Code AC6652
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? This module seeks to enable healthcare professionals from a range of professional backgrounds and settings to develop knowledge and understanding of essential elements which contribute to improving monitoring and management of long term conditions, whilst enabling them to respond to and challenge practice for themselves and others.
Who is it for?
Nurses and allied health professionals.
What will participants learn? This module will help participants to develop awareness of contemporary drivers putting monitoring and management of long term conditions at the forefront of care delivery. Development of competence in practice in relation to long term condition management. Supporting patients and their families. Motivational interviewing and emotional wellbeing.
How will it be delivered?
Blended.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Working with patients with chronic disease. Previous evidence of level 5 study
When is it? 27/09/2018
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Lindy Turnbull Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Enhancing the care of older people
Subject Area Rehabilitation and long term conditions
Provider Northumbria University Code AC6633
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? To enhance practitioners understanding of the complex needs of the older people in a wide range of settings with critical consideration of demographic challenges and policy drivers and the diverse needs of people in later life.
Who is it for?
It is suitable for nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and paramedics.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - Enhancing practitioners understanding of the complex needs of the older people in a wide range of settings with critical consideration of demographic challenges and policy drivers and the diverse needs of people in later life
How will it be delivered?
Blended and taught.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Working in relevant practice area
When is it? 22/10/2018
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Sue Tiplady or Isabel Quinn Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Common presentations in CAMHS
Subject Area Mental health and learning disabilities
Provider Northumbria University Code AC6611
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? Developing greater understanding of the common emotional, behavioural and mental health issues experienced by children, young people and their families.
Who is it for?
Nurses, midwives and allied health professionals.
What will participants learn? The module content includes; - assessment and presentation of common issues in this area of practice; - consideration of outcomes, supporting the family.
How will it be delivered?
Blended.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Working in relevant practice area. Previous evidence of level 5 study
When is it? 13/09/2018
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Anthony Ross Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Early intervention and prevention in CAMHS
Subject Area Mental health and learning disabilities
Provider Northumbria University Code AC6610
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? Prevention and early intervention and the importance of this in improving the mental health of children and young people.
Who is it for?
Nurses, midwives and allied health professionals.
What will participants learn? The module content includes; - the concepts of mental health promotion, prevention and early intervention within their own practice contexts.
How will it be delivered?
Blended.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Working in relevant practice area. Previous evidence of level 5 study
When is it? 21/02/2019
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Skills for practice in CAMHS
Subject Area Mental health and learning disabilities
Provider Northumbria University Code AC6612
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? Exploration of the prevalence of child and adolescent mental health disorders and consideration of appropriate interventions.
Who is it for?
Nurses, midwives and allied health professionals.
What will participants learn? The module content includes; - a critical understanding of evidence based psychotherapeutic interventions with children young people and their families; - exploration of outcomes, supporting the family.
How will it be delivered?
Blended
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Working in relevant practice area. Previous evidence of level 5 study
When is it? 18/10/2018
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Anthony Ross Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6099
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Northumbria University Unaccredited Modules
Mentor/ educator preparation
Subject Area Mentorship
Northumbria Provider Code AC1000 University
Level 6 Credits 0
What is it about? The purpose of this module is to prepare practitioners in health care settings to assume responsibility for the facilitation of learning and assessment in practice. It will enable students to demonstrate that they are working to relevant professional standards
Who is it for? Mentor/Educator Preparation Midwives Nurses Operating Department Practitioners APEL Physiotherapist
What will participants learn? The module will promote inter-professional education in the practice setting, encouraging students to develop their working relationships to facilitate learning and assessment for a diverse learner population. Students will be expected to express current health care values in their approach to practice learning.
How will it be delivered?
Blended and Taught
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Participants must be in a relevant role for at least 12 months.
04/09/2018, 06/09/2018, 07/09/2018, 10/09/2018, 30/10/2018, 31/10/2018, 01/11/2018, 08/01/2019, 09/01/2019, 14/01/2019, 26/02/2019, 06/03/2019, When is it? 30/04/2019, 03/05/2019, 13/05/2019. Certain dates are for certain specialities. Please check if the date you want includes your speciality.
Where is it? Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
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Name: Kathryn Steele Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 349 5600
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Sheffield Hallam University Unaccredited Modules
Mentor preparation for the health professions
Subject Area Mentorship
Provider Sheffield Hallam University Code 66NC01987D
Level Unaccredited Credits Unaccredited
What is it about? The aim of this module is to enable you to meet your professional body (including HCPC and NMC) requirements for the support and supervision of pre-registration learners. The module is relevant to allied health professionals, midwives, nurses and other health professionals.
Who is it for? Allied health professionals, midwives, nurses, and other health professionals with one year of qualifying experience.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - establishing effective working relationships; - facilitating learning; - assessment and accountability; - evaluation of learning; - creating an effective learning environment; - context of practice; - evidence-based practice; and - leadership.
How will it be delivered?
Online distance learning.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
One year of post-qualification experience and access to students.
• October 2018 • November 2018 When is it? • January 2019 • February 2019
Where is it? Online
University Contact Details
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Name: Cate Johnson Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0114 225 2372 or [email protected]
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Practice teacher preparation
Subject Area Mentorship – community practice teacher
Provider Sheffield Hallam University Code PTP-DL
Level Unaccredited Credits Unaccredited
What is it about? This module will enhance patient outcomes by equipping practice teachers with the knowledge and skills in learning, teaching and assessment in order to educate specialist practitioners. You gain knowledge and skills in adult learning which enables you to competently teach and assess advanced specialist practitioners.
Who is it for? The module is aimed at specialist practitioners responsible for facilitating the learning experiences and assessment of students in your practice setting undertaking a nursing, midwifery, specialist practice qualification or allied health professional equivalent.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - teaching, learning, assessment and evaluation strategies within the practice environment; - facilitation of critical thinking and reflection in and on practice; - the impact of learning environments; leadership; change management; inter professional learning opportunities; culture; and - leadership in learning.
How will it be delivered? Online distance learning.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Applicants need either: - relevant professional qualification - cpecialist community public health nursing (health visitor or school nurse) or community specialist practitioner (district nursing); - relevant work experience; or - relevant workplace opportunities and organisational support.
When is it? 24 September 2018
Where is it? Online
University Contact Details Name: Pam Day Email: [email protected] Telephone: [email protected]
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Teesside University Accredited modules
Advanced ECG in practice
Subject Area Assessment, diagnosis and early intervention
Provider Teesside University Code AHH3013-N
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about?
The aim of the module is to develop, enhance, appraise and evaluate evidence-based knowledge underpinning the issues relating to electrocardiography interpretation and the treatment of the adult patient with cardiac disease.
Who is it for?
Multiprofessional registrants working in appropriate area of clinical practice.
What will participants learn? The modules content includes: - ECG recording utilising current guidelines; - normal sinus rhythm, junctional rates, idioventricular rates; - electrophysiology; - action potential; - axis; - supraventricular arrhythmias - atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, pre-mature atrial contractions (PACs), junctional tachycardia - effects on patient and treatment; - ventricular arrhythmias - ventricular ectopic, accelerated idioventricular rhythm, ventricular; tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation - effects on patient and treatment (ICDs); - atrioventricular (AV) Blocks - Sinus Block, Atrioventricular Blocks (Pacing); - bundle Branch Blocks (Pacing, CRT); - acute Coronary Syndromes (STEMI/NSTEMI/U/A); and - ECG - miscellaneous changes.
How will it be delivered? Distance learning using a variety of methods including online learning materials, interactive lectures, blogs, webinars, case studies and a formative work book focussing on interpretation of ECGs.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
A good entry knowledge of ECGs.
When is it? 24/09/2018
Where is it? Online
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University Contact Details
Name: Mathew Van-Loo Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 932
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Advanced physical assessment and disease management skills
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Teesside University Code SDH4003-N
Level 7 Credits 20
What is it about? This module helps to equip the practitioner with the knowledge and skills required for clinical assessment, differential diagnosis, diagnostic triage and management of common disease presentations in primary and acute care.
Who is it for?
Multiprofessional registrants working in appropriate area of clinical practice.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - principles and techniques of history-taking and examination; - principles of focussed history taking and examination in acute and chronic disease with common health care presentations; and - principles of complex assessment.
How will it be delivered? Sessions are 5 full days, every other week across a 10 week period. Work-based learning under the supervision of a clinical supervisor will extend this process in practice.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Those wishing to access the module will need to be healthcare professionals working within an area of practice and have access to an appropriately qualified and experienced advanced practitioner to act as nominated clinical supervisor.
First Cohort 10/10/2018 When is it? Second Cohort 23/01/2019
Teesside University, either Middlesbrough Campus or Centre for Where is it? Professional and Executive Development Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Kelly Sunter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 738 753
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Advancing non-medical prescribing
Subject Area Pharmacy and prescribing
Provider Teesside University Code CCH4034-N
Level 7 Credits 40
What is it about? Professional qualification for suitably qualified health professionals to prescribe medications / products independently and on a supplementary basis within their clinical competence and field of practice.
Who is it for? Nurses, midwives, physiotherapists and podiatrists: supplementary and independent prescribing. Radiographers: supplementary prescribing only. Nurses, midwives, physiotherapists and podiatrists: supplementary and independent prescribing.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - safe and effective prescribing practice which includes: consultation, decision-making and therapy including referral and non-drug treatment. Influences on and psychology of prescribing; - prescribing in a team context; - supplementary and independent prescribing; - prescribing within a clinical management plan; - clinical pharmacology including the effects of co-morbidity; - pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics; - principles and methods of patient monitoring; - using evidence-based practice; - clinical governance - including quality, innovation, productivity and prevention; - legal, policy and ethical aspects; - professional accountability and responsibility; - prescribing to public health context – including antimicrobial resistance and infection prevention and control; - prescribing for children; - prescribing controlled drugs; - mixing medicines; - prescribing of unlicensed / off-licence medicines including botulinum toxin and related products; - remote prescribing; - reflection; - portfolio development; and - numeracy.
How will it be delivered? 26 days' study over 18 weeks at university. 12 days' supervised practice with designated medical practitioner.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? PSRB requirements: V300 An NMC registered first level nurse, midwife at least three years’ post- registration experience. Of these three years, the year immediately preceding application must have 46 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019 been in the clinical field in which they intend to prescribe - or be registered with the HCPC in one of the relevant allied health professions. Be professionally practising in an environment where there is an identified need for the individual to regularly use prescribing. To have DBS clearance within 3 years, pass maths entry test, have employer approval, have a mentor / DMP. Ability to study at L6 or L7.
September 2018 When is it? January 2019
Teesside University, either Middlesbrough Campus or Centre for Where is it? Professional and Executive Development Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Bernadette Martin Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Advancing paediatric physical assessment skills
Subject Area Assessment, diagnosis and early intervention
Provider Teesside University Code CHH4043-N
Level 7 Credits 30
What is it about? Examination of the new–born, examination of multiple systems for children across the age continuum. History taking and critical analysis of the interruption of findings and treatment plans.
Who is it for?
Multiprofessional; registered nurse, child / adult nurse, learning disability nurse, paramedic.
What will participants learn?
History taking, examinations of the systems: respiratory, GIT, HENT, cardiac and neuro.
How will it be delivered?
Face to face teaching due to the nature of the subject area, skills workshops, blended learning, VLE.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Relevant experience of working with children.
When is it? 03/10/2018
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Karen Grimwood Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Advancing the role of the practice teacher
Subject Area Mentorship
Provider Teesside University Code CCH4012-N
Level 7 Credits 20
What is it about? This module has been designed to build on the module advancing learning in health and social care practice, to enable those working towards practice teacher status to meet the requirements of the NMC (2008).
Who is it for?
District nurses/ school nurses/ health visitors/ community practice teachers.
What will participants learn? The module will facilitate the development of the students ability to critically evaluate and synthesise a learners progress within practice and their ability to make judgements on a learners standard of proficiency and fitness for practice. Provide appropriate resolutions to complex issues and challenging situations based on the practical application of their previously gained knowledge of teaching, learning and assessment.
How will it be delivered? This module will be delivered over 6 weeks, with an initial taught day followed by a series of 3 workshops.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
District nurses/ school nurses/ health visitors/ community practice teachers.
When is it? 03/10/2018
Teesside University, either Middlesbrough Campus or Centre for Where is it? Professional and Executive Development Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Aileen Monkhouse Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Assessing and managing the deteriorating patient Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Teesside University Code AHH3135-N
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? The aim of the module is to assist registered practitioners to recognise the acutely ill/ deteriorating patient and to be able to respond to their needs.
Who is it for? This module is for registered practitioners involved in caring for acutely ill patients
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - haemodynamic assessment and monitoring; - respiratory assessment; - sepsis assessment and management (Septic shock) cardiogenic shock and cardiac monitoring ( ECG recognition); - medical and surgical emergencies e.g. hypovolemic shock and anaphylactic shock; - neurological assessment; - acute confusional states, delirium and seizures; - professional, legal and ethical dilemmas; - decisions making and complex problem solving; - safeguarding; - safe transfer of the deteriorating patient to alternative care settings (critical care or palliative care); and - human factors.
How will it be delivered? 5 full days using a blended approach, face to face and online learning.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Healthcare professionals involved in caring for acutely ill patients.
When is it? 10/01/2019
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details Name: Louise Braithwaite Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Care of the neonate in high dependency and special care
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Teesside University Code WHH3044-N
Level 6 Credits 30
What is it about? The module is designed for staff who are already working within the neonatal clinical setting, to further develop their knowledge and skills in order to advance their practice in caring for very sick neonates, neonates of extreme low birth weight requiring specialist nursing care and technological support for survival.
Who is it for?
Registered nurses and registered midwives currently working within a neonatal unit.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - develop and apply their knowledge and understanding of preterm and term infant physiology, physical development and psychological principles of care for sick term and preterm neonates and families in the intensive care setting; and - evaluation of national and local policy and guidance and consideration of the impact of these on local care provision of neonatal intensive care.
How will it be delivered? The module can be accessed both individually and part time to complete a 60 credits programme, delivered as 2 x 30 credits level 6 modules.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Healthcare professionals working in relevant practice settings.
When is it? 02/10/2018
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Michelle Jones Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Care of the neonate in intensive care
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Teesside University Code WHH3045-N
Level 6 Credits 30
What is it about? The module aims to: - enable students to further develop an understanding of the principles and clinical concepts relating to neonatal intensive care and neonatal special and high dependency care; - enable students to further develop their knowledge and skills in neonatal intensive care and neonatal special and high dependency care; and - facilitate the student’s progression toward achieving the neonatal nurse ‘qualified in speciality’ status.
Who is it for? Registered nurses and registered midwives currently working within a neonatal unit.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - development and application of knowledge and understanding of preterm and term infant physiology, physical development and psychological principles of care for sick term and preterm neonates and families in the intensive care setting; and - Evaluation of national and local policy and guidance and consider the impact of these on local care provision of neonatal intensive care
How will it be delivered? The module can be accessed both individually or completed part time as part of a 60 credits programme, delivered as 2 x 30 credits level 6 modules. Face to face teaching, lectures, seminars, case studies, practical simulations, regional study day, VLE.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Healthcare professionals working in relevant practice settings.
When is it? 29/01/2019
Where is it? Teesside University Centre for Professional
University Contact Details Name: Michelle Jones Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Chemotherapy – enhancing practice in cancer care
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Teesside University Code AHH3088-N
Level 6 Credits 40
What is it about? The course enables participants to: - developing competencies to meet North of England chemotherapy competencies; and - analysing and evaluating principles underpinning the care of patients receiving chemotherapy - demonstrating the intellectual flexibility required for decision making and the care of patients receiving chemotherapy.
Who is it for?
Healthcare professionals who administer cytotoxic chemotherapy for patients with cancer.
What will participants learn? This module is designed for healthcare professionals (HCPs) who administer cytotoxic chemotherapy for patients with cancer. On completion of this module the student will have attained the required standard for practice by 'the north east network' and the national standard 'cancer quality measures' (DH, 2004). This module will enable healthcare professionals to provide high standards of evidence-based holistic care to patients and their families and be assessed as competent in chemotherapy administration.
How will it be delivered?
Blended learning.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Applicants should have one year's experience in a chemotherapy environment.
When is it? 18/10/2018 - 09.00am-12.00pm
Where is it? Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Rebecca Walker Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 156
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Clinical assessment and referral for paramedics
Subject Area Assessment, diagnosis and early intervention
Provider Teesside University Code AHH3131-N
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? This module develops Health and Care Professions Council registered paramedics’ knowledge and skills in the management of patients presenting to the ambulance service following non-urgent 999/111 calls within the pre-hospital environment. It will enhance the paramedics’ skills to support clinical decision-making and autonomous practice. The module will also focus on the development of clinical reasoning and problem solving skills to enhance paramedic practice. In addition the roles and responsibilities of the multi-disciplinary team and referral pathways will be critically explored. Students will further develop their comprehensive knowledge and skills in assessment and management of minor injuries and illness throughout the lifespan. Ethical, legal and professional issues surrounding autonomous practice will be analysed and evaluated. Clinical skills will be developed to manage patients who do not require immediate transportation to acute care.
Who is it for?
HCPC–registered paramedics
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - principles and techniques of history taking and consultations skills; - decision-making based upon clinical judgement – red flags, and when to refer; - clinical guidelines; - communication skills; - care planning and referral; - anatomy and pathophysiology relating to common minor injuries in both children and adults; - systems examination techniques including, respiratory, ENT, cardiac, abdominal and musculoskeletal; - clinical management of common conditions – headaches, UTI, cough, backache, diarrhoea and vomiting; - clinical management of minor injuries to include sprains, strains, fractures wounds (closure options and burns across the lifespan; - assessment of common childhood conditions and recognition of the acutely ill child; - sepsis; - rashes and allergies; - pharmacology and patient group directions; and - multi-disciplinary team working and referral pathways professional accountability in practice.
How will it be delivered? This module will be delivered over 14 weeks. Students will attend for 2 study days per week for 4 weeks. This is followed by 37.5 hours placement in a minor injury unit or walk in centre.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? HCPC–registered paramedics. Evidence of level 5 study or equivalent experience.
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September 2018, October 2018, Feburary 2019, March 2019, April 2019 When is it? and June 2019
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Chris Moat Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 119
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Critical care
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
AHH3136-N AHH4042-N Provider Teesside University Code AHH3137-N AHH4043-N
Level 6 & 7 Credits 30
What is it about? This modules will equip practitioners with the knowledge and skills required for clinical assessment, and management of a patient within the ITU or HDU setting.
Who is it for?
Registered practitioners.
What will participants learn? Content for the modules will include - respiratory system; - anatomy and physiology; - respiratory assessment monitoring and observation; - invasive and non-invasive ventilation; - tracheostomy care; - chest drain management; - cardiovascular system; - anatomy and physiology; - assessment monitoring and observation; - fluid management; - renal system; - anatomy and physiology; - renal replacement therapy; - gastrointestinal system; - anatomy and physiology; - assessment and management; - liver disease and management; - nutrition in critical illness; - neurological system; - anatomy and physiology; - assessment monitoring observation; - end of life care; - withdrawing and withholding therapies; - needs of the family; - rehabilitation; - effects of critical illness’ of the critically ill patient; - ethical, professional and legal issues pertinent to intensive care; - mental capacity act; - legal constraints; - deprivation of liberty;
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- professionalism and leadership; - reflection and emotional intelligence; - patient safety; - service improvement; - role of the multidisciplinary team in the critical care arena; - pharmacology; - advanced respiratory monitoring and observation; - advanced cardiac rhythms; and - leadership.
How will it be delivered?
The module/s will be delivered over 5 full days. 1 day alternative weeks for 10 weeks
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Healthcare professional working in an ITU/HDU environment
AHH3136-N & AHH4042-N starts 03/10/2018 When is it? AHH3137-N & AHH4043-N starts 16/01/2019
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Suzy Russel Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Diabetes management and prevention
Subject Area Personal and population health and wellbeing
Provider Teesside University Code CCH3102-N
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? The aim of the module is to further develop practitioners with knowledge and skills to facilitate the holistic management of clients with diabetes in primary care.
Who is it for?
This is suitable for multiprofessionals and relevant for nurses and midwives.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - pathophysiology of diabetes; - epidemiology of diabetes; - screening process, diagnosis and monitoring; - multi-disciplinary approaches to lifestyle modification; - pharmacy therapeutics associated with diabetes; - complications of diabetes; and - psychosocial consequences of diabetes.
How will it be delivered? The module will be delivered over 5 full days using a blended approach, face to face and online learning.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Healthcare professionals in the relevant practice setting.
When is it? 28/09/2018
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Kelly Sunter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 738 753
Link to provider’s website for more information
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Diagnosis and management of heart failure
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Teesside University Code SDH4006-N
Level 7 Credits 20
What is it about? This module is designed to meet the knowledge and skills requirements of health professionals involved in the care of people with heart failure in the acute and primary care sectors. The module will develop an advanced knowledge and understanding of the diagnosis, ongoing assessment and evidence-based therapeutics required to support optimal management of heart failure patients in clinical practice. Consensus guidelines will be used as a basis for the module in order to set the standard and achieve consistency in care standards for practitioners working with patients with heart failure in the area.
Who is it for? Allied health professionals and healthcare scientists who are required to advance their knowledge of heart failure for clinical practice.
What will participants learn? Advanced evidenced-based knowledge of the syndrome of heart failure. Application of advanced knowledge to optimally manage care and improve outcomes for patients with heart failure in clinical practice.
How will it be delivered? The module is delivered over 5 full days across a 10 week period. Support in the workplace with an experienced facilitator e.g. a cardiologist, GP with special interest or heart failure nurse specialist will be required.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Ability to study at level 7.
When is it? 22/01/2019
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Paula Hodge Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 738 753
Link to provider’s website for more information
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End of life care for all
Subject Area Rehabilitation and long term conditions
AHH3129-N Provider Teesside University Code AHH4010-N
Level 6 & 7 Credits 20
What is it about? The aim of this module is to facilitate the development of the student's skills in caring for patients and their families at the end of life.
Who is it for?
Multiprofessional registrants working in appropriate area of clinical practice.
What will participants learn? The module is designed to facilitate the students' learning in relation to current issues in end-of-life care and develop their skills in assessing, planning and implementing care for patients and their families at this phase of life.
How will it be delivered?
Distance learning using the virtual learning environment (VLE).
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Healthcare professionals must be working in an area with patients with palliative and end-of-life care needs.
When is it? 22/04/2019
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Ann French Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 968
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Enhancing competency for nurses working with children and young people who have high dependency nursing needs Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Teesside University Code CCH3106-N
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? The aim of this module is to facilitate the development of knowledge and skills of nurses working with children who have high dependency nursing needs.
Who is it for?
Registered nurses working in the area of paediatrics.
What will participants learn? The content of the module will be focused on assessing children and adolescents who are acutely ill and/or have complex needs, recognising the signs of deterioration, delivering evidence-based nursing interventions in a timely and effective manner, and evaluating the outcomes of nursing care. Decision-making, communication, legal and ethical issues will be key features of this module.
How will it be delivered?
The module will use a blended learning approach to education.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Healthcare professional with support from a paediatric intensive care placement.
When is it? 30/04/2019
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Kelly Rowe Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Enhancing contemporary practice in dementia care
Subject Area Mental health and learning disabilities
Provider Teesside University Code MHH3040-N
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? The module aims to consolidate and further develop existing knowledge, caring and interpersonal skills in care of the older adult with dementia.
Who is it for?
Multiprofessional registrants working in appropriate area of clinical practice.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - aetiology of dementia; - biopsychosocial assessment and early diagnosis; - person-centred care; - issues affecting the decision-making process; - prevention and management of challenging behaviours; - therapeutic interventions: pharmacological and non-pharmacological; - partnership working with carers and family; - interagency support; - dementia friends; and - organisational aspects of care.
How will it be delivered? Face to face: 6 weeks with one study day per week.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Healthcare professional working in relevant practice setting.
When is it? 02 May 2019 and further date to be confirmed
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Mike Fleet Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 924
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply 62 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Enhancing the role of the practice teacher
Subject Area Mentorship
Provider Teesside University Code CCH3079-N
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? The module allows the student to further develop their application of knowledge in a practice teaching role.
Who is it for?
District nurse, school nurses, health visitor and community practice teachers.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - developing problem solving skills to deal with difficult situations; - activities to support failing students; - responsibility and accountability as well as fitness to practice; - responsibility of the sign-off mentor; and - supporting individuals with learning difficulties/special needs.
How will it be delivered? This module will be delivered over 10 weeks, with an initial taught day followed by a series of three workshops.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
District nurse, school nurses, health visitor and community practice teachers.
When is it? 03/10/2018
Teesside University, either Middlesbrough Campus or Centre for Where is it? Professional and Executive Development Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Rachel Doubleday Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Examination of the newborn
Subject Area Assessment, diagnosis and early intervention
Provider Teesside University Code WHH3007-N
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? Students learn to engage in effective decision-making and undertake a routine physical examination of the newborn through enhanced knowledge and skill development. The award enables health professionals, through a process of advanced skill development, to undertake the routine physical examination of the newborn. The four study days will concentrate on the aspects of the NIPE examination as well as discussions on other complications and referrals. You develop originality in your application of comprehensive knowledge along with evidence-based practice through a variety of teaching and learning strategies. Independent study is also required to enhance these teaching sessions.
Who is it for?
Midwives and neonatal nurses.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - demonstrate a detailed and comprehensive knowledge of the normal newborn recognising deviations from the normal; - demonstrate a detailed and comprehensive knowledge of pathological conditions presenting at the newborn examination; - analyse and evaluate frameworks and clinical guidelines which inform the newborn examination; - synthesise, appraise and evaluate evidence from a range of sources to underpin the newborn examination; - apply knowledge and skills to the decision-making process and subsequent appropriate referral of the newborn; - act autonomously during the newborn examination, whilst working within an appropriate sphere of practice; - work effectively as a part of the multidisciplinary team; and - work in partnership with parents of the newborn.
How will it be delivered? The module extends across 30 weeks and is divided between theory and practice. The theoretical component is delivered through four study days . Following the study period students engage in practical experience of newborn examination in their trust placement area, mentored by practice mentors experienced in newborn examination.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Registered midwife or neonatal nurse currently working in practice with experience; normally for one year.
When is it? 01/10/2018
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Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Rosie Dawson Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Examination of the newborn
Subject Area Assessment, diagnosis and early intervention
Provider Teesside University Code WHH4008-N
Level 7 Credits 20
What is it about? Students learn to engage in effective decision-making and undertake a routine physical examination of the newborn through enhanced knowledge and skill development. The award enables health professionals, through a process of advanced skill development, to undertake the routine physical examination of the newborn. The four study days concentrate on the aspects of the NIPE examination as well as discussions on other complications and referrals. You develop originality in your application of comprehensive knowledge along with evidence-based practice through a variety of teaching and learning strategies. Independent study is also required to enhance these teaching sessions.
Who is it for?
Midwives and neonatal nurses.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - demonstrate a detailed and comprehensive knowledge of the normal newborn recognising deviations from the normal; - demonstrate a detailed and comprehensive knowledge of pathological conditions presenting at the newborn examination; - analyse and evaluate frameworks and clinical guidelines which inform the newborn examination; - synthesise, appraise and evaluate evidence from a range of sources to underpin the newborn examination; - apply knowledge and skills to the decision-making process and subsequent appropriate referral of the newborn; - act autonomously during the newborn examination, whilst working within an appropriate sphere of practice; - work effectively as a part of the multidisciplinary team; and - work in partnership with parents of the newborn.
How will it be delivered? The module extends across 30 weeks and is divided between theory and practice. The theoretical component is delivered through four study days. Following the study period students engage in practical experience of newborn examination in their trust placement area, mentored by practice mentors experienced in newborn examination.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Registered midwife or neonatal nurse currently working in practice with experience; normally for one year.
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When is it? 01/10/2018
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Rosie Dawson Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Integrating cognitive behavioural theory and interventions in mental health practice Subject Area Mental health and learning disabilities
Provider Teesside University Code MHH2045-N
Level 5 Credits 20
What is it about? Provides students with underpinning theory of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), knowledge of fundamental CBT principles and common interventions used for the treatment of depression and anxiety. In addition to gaining a theoretical knowledge, students have the opportunity to develop fundamental CBT skills and interventions which can be used to enhance their clinical practice.
Who is it for? It is suitable for health and social care practitioners who work in a mental health setting and have a sound knowledge of common mental health difficulties.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - evidence base for CBT; - evolution of CBT; - CBT principles; - Beck's CBT model for depression; - activity scheduling; - cognitive restructuring; - behavioural activation; - CBT assessment and formulation; - anxiety; - study skills; and - reflection.
How will it be delivered? The teaching methods include lectures, skills rehearsals, tutorials and self-directed learning. Students can expect to view recordings of CBT therapy sessions and receive feedback on their application of CBT skills and interventions within the classroom.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? You should work in a health and/or social care environment with people who have mild to moderate mental health problems. You will have a sound knowledge of common mental health difficulties and have access to a professional who is eligible to provide clinical supervision relating to the application of CBT interventions.
When is it? 14/03/2019
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
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University Contact Details
Name: Angela Dingwall Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 919
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
69 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Non–medical prescribing
Subject Area Pharmacy and prescribing
Provider Teesside University Code CCH3042-N
Level 6 Credits 40
What is it about? Professional qualification for suitably qualified health professionals to prescribe medications/products independently and on a supplementary basis within their clinical competence and field of practice.
Who is it for? Nurses, midwives and allied health professionals (physiotherapists, podiatrists) supplementary and independent prescribing. Radiographers supplementary prescribing only. 1st level registered nurses working in community nursing teams to independently prescribe from the community practitioners formulary.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - safe and effective prescribing practice which includes consultation, decision-making and therapy including referral and non-drug treatment; - influences on and psychology of prescribing; - prescribing in a team context; - supplementary and Independent prescribing; - prescribing within a clinical management plan; - clinical pharmacology including the effects of co-morbidity; - pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics; - principles and methods of patient monitoring; - using evidence-based practice; - clinical governance including quality, innovation, productivity and prevention; - legal, policy and ethical aspects; - professional accountability and responsibility; - prescribing to public health context including antimicrobial resistance and infection prevention and control; - prescribing for children; - prescribing controlled drugs; - mixing medicines; - prescribing of unlicensed/off license medicines including botulinum toxin and related products; - remote prescribing; - reflection; - portfolio development; and - numeracy.
How will it be delivered? - V300 26 days over 18 weeks with 2 block 1,18. - Lectures, group discussions, peer debate, blog, formative examination, directed study, simulation, web based resources, numeracy assessment tool SN@P, using Apps.
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What experience /qualifications do participants need? PSRB requirements: V300 An NMC registered first level nurse and midwife at least three years’ post- registration experience: of these three years, the year immediately preceding application must have been in the clinical field in which they intend to prescribe. Registered with the HCPC in one of the relevant allied health professions. Be professionally practising in an environment where there is an identified need for the individual to regularly use prescribing. V150 1st level NMC registered nurse 2 years’ experience. All - DBS within 3 years, pass maths entry test, employer approval, have a mentor/DMP.
When is it? September 2018 and January 2019
Teesside University, either Middlesbrough Campus or Centre for Where is it? Professional and Executive Development Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Bernadette Martin Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Paediatric physical assessment skills
Subject Area Assessment, diagnosis and early intervention
Provider Teesside University Code CCH3101-N
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? Paediatric physical assessment skills: understanding of the differences in ages for examination purposes, history taking, treatment and planning.
Who is it for?
Multiprofessional: registered nurse, child/ adult nurse, learning disability nurse, paramedics.
What will participants learn? Module content includes: - history taking - examinations of the systems: respiratory, GIT, HENT, cardiac, neuro.
How will it be delivered?
Face to face teaching due to the nature of the subject area, skills workshops, blended learning, VLE.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Relevant experience of working with children.
When is it? 03/10/2018
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Karen Grimwood Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Physical assessment skills
Subject Area Assessment, diagnosis and early intervention
Provider Teesside University Code SDH3045-N
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? Module will develop physical assessment and interpretative skills to support clinical decision-making in practice.
Who is it for? The practitioner will be currently employed in a practitioner role requiring a level of diagnostics and case management skills.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - the principles and techniques of history taking and examination; - person-centred communication skills for physical assessment; - the process of diagnostic reasoning; - systems approach to history taking and examination; - systems approach to anatomy, physiology and pathology; - investigations and the diagnostic process; and - diagnostic triage.
How will it be delivered? 5 full days over a 10 week period using a variety of learning and teaching strategies including practical session, lectures, workshops, group presentations and seminar.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Registered practitioner practising with a role requiring physical assessment skills with access to a practice facilitator.
When is it? Cohort 1 02/10/2018 and Cohort 2 15/01/2019
Teesside University, either Middlesbrough Campus or Centre for Where is it? Professional and Executive Development Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Graeme Measor Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Principles of major trauma management in the emergency setting
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Teesside University Code AHH3130-N
Level 6 Credits 20
What is it about? This module will provide practitioners working in emergency care settings with the comprehensive knowledge and skills which underpin the issues and complexities of contemporary emergency care practice. The module content will include the assessment, care and management of adults and children who require emergency care within pre-hospital and / or emergency departments with life threatening emergencies and major trauma. It will enhance students’ skills to support their assessment which supports their clinical decision-making and treatment of major trauma, as well as investigating specific issues in trauma care that are faced by practitioners working in emergency care settings.
Who is it for?
Multiprofessional registrants working in appropriate area of clinical practice.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - principles and assessment of trauma care; - mechanisms of injury and major trauma; - the pathophysiology of trauma; - recognition and management of shock and haemorrhage; - physiological monitoring and trauma patients; - pain assessment and management; - head and facial trauma; - chest and abdominal trauma; - spinal injuries; - musculoskeletal trauma; - obstetric emergencies in trauma care; - assessment and management of burns; - paediatric trauma; - triage; - extraction and transportation; - patient safety/ human factors; - multidisciplinary team working; and - legal, ethical, professional and governance issues.
How will it be delivered? Four distance learning sessions, followed by three study days.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Healthcare professionals working in a relevant practice setting.
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When is it? 05/03/2019
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Gary Vale Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 100
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
75 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Teesside University Masterclasses
Care of older people
Subject Area Rehabilitation and long term conditions
Provider Teesside University Code Masterclass
Level 0 Credits 0
What is it about? The aim of this multiprofessional masterclass is to provide an overview of the care needs of older adults.
Who is it for?
Multiprofessional registrants.
What will participants learn? This masterclass covers: - frailty; - eye-problems and risk of falls; - domestic abuse of older adults; and - end-of-life care.
How will it be delivered?
Face to face one day masterclass.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Participants from all professional groups who have an interest in caring for the older person.
When is it? 05/10/2018
Teesside University, either Middlesbrough Campus or Centre for Where is it? Professional and Executive Development Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Mel Newton Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 952
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
76 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Dementia care
Subject Area Mental health and learning disabilities
Provider Teesside University Code Masterclass
Level 0 Credits 0
What is it about?
The masterclass is designed to develop knowledge and understanding of dementia.
Who is it for?
Multiprofessional registrants working in appropriate area of clinical practice.
What will participants learn? The masterclass will cover: - the nature of dementia; - symptoms and causes; - the impact and experience of dementia on the individual; - the impact and experience of caring for someone with dementia; and - practical strategies for managing the needs of people with dementia.
How will it be delivered?
Face to face one day masterclass.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Healthcare professionals
When is it? Scheduled to run twice- November 2018 and further date to be confirmed
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Mike Fleet Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 924
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Diabetes management and prevention
Subject Area Personal and population health and wellbeing
Provider Teesside University Code Masterclass
Level 0 Credits 0
What is it about? A masterclass for health professionals to build upon their existing knowledge and interest in diabetes and to explore the factors which influence management for those who are living with this long-term health condition.
Who is it for? Multiprofessional senior practitioners working in appropriate area of clinical practice.
What will participants learn? You study: - the main types of diabetes and potential risk factors including genetics and lifestyle choices; - factors that can influence diagnosis and initial treatment of diabetes; - target blood glucose and HbA1c ranges arguing the need for individualised service-user goals; - the importance of blood glucose and ketone monitoring and associated equipment including recent advances in technology; - evidence-based treatment options including oral and injectable medication and insulin, and associated equipment including recent advances in technology; - carbohydrate counting; - acute and long-term complications of diabetes and treatment; - family planning and pregnancy; - structured education models; and - basic behaviour change tools.
How will it be delivered? Face to face one day masterclass.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Healthcare professionals
When is it? 24 October 2018 and 23 May 2019
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details Name: Kelly Sunter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 738 753
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Management of tissue viability and wounds
Subject Area Physical intervention and treatment
Provider Teesside University Code Masterclass
Level 0 Credits 0
What is it about?
Management of tissue viability and the prevention of damage to the integrity of the skin.
Who is it for?
Multiprofessional registrants working in appropriate area of clinical practice.
What will participants learn? The masterclass covers: - the importance of and developments in evidence-based wound care; - wound healing process; - holistic assessment; - factors impacting upon wound healing, including smoking, nutrition and hydration; and - treatment options for different types of wounds, including debridement techniques, dressing choice and skin care.
How will it be delivered?
Face to face one day masterclass.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Experience in caring for people with tissue viability needs.
When is it? 02/05/2019
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Kathryn Potts Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
79 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Managing long term health conditions
Subject Area Rehabilitation and long term conditions
Provider Teesside University Code Masterclass
Level 0 Credits 0
What is it about?
Introduction to managing long term health conditions including cancer and Parkinson's Disease
Who is it for?
Registered practitioners working with people with long term conditions.
What will participants learn? The masterclass content includes: - collaborative working with service users, families and carers; - exploration of the context of long-term health conditions; - innovative evidence-based, problem-solving approaches in the management of long-term healthcare conditions; - medicines optimisation; - mental wellbeing; - pain and symptom control; and - seamless patient journey.
How will it be delivered?
Face-to-face masterclass.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Registered practitioners.
When is it? 12/11/2018
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Jules Downs Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 997
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Motivational interviewing/ behaviour change techniques
Subject Area Personal and population health and wellbeing
Provider Teesside University Code Masterclass
Level 0 Credits 0
What is it about? This masterclass will introduce students with the relevant knowledge and skills to motivational interviewing and behaviour change techniques to apply in practice to facilitate change in health-related behaviours.
Who is it for?
Multiprofessional practitioners working in appropriate area of clinical practice.
What will participants learn? Participants in this masterclass will understand motivational interviewing and it's role in improving outcomes for service users. The appropriate use of motivational interviewing and behaviour change techniques in practice, within a number of different situations to facilitate change in health-related behaviours.
How will it be delivered?
Face to face one day masterclass.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
Healthcare professional in relevant practice setting.
When is it? 05/10/2018
Where is it? Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Rachael Barker Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 917
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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Teesside University Unaccredited modules
Care of older people
Subject Area Rehabilitation and long term conditions
Provider Teesside University Code AHH3145-N
Level Unaccredited Credits 0
What is it about? The aim of this module is to integrate and apply theories and concepts in contemporary health and social care to enhance person-centred care. The needs of older people will be considered as a client group as well as individual service users. Students will evaluate issues around the appropriate care for service users and their carers.
Who is it for? It is suitable for registered nurses and care practitioners who work in a health or social care environment with older people.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - Articulating and challenging contemporary approaches to caring for older people through critically evaluating existing theories and current national policy
How will it be delivered? This module will be delivered using distance-learning over 12 weeks. Students will engage with contemporary literature followed by online discussion with peers and tutor(s). A scenario-based resource will be used incrementally each week for students to work with directed learning activities.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? Students should be working in a health or social care environment and care for older people. Students should be registered nurses or care practitioners.
When is it? Details to Follow
Teesside University Centre for Professional and Executive Development Where is it? Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Mel Newton Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 110
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
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The Open University Unaccredited modules
Facilitating learning in practice: mentorship portfolio assessment
Subject Area Mentorship
Provider The Open University Code KG005
Level Unaccredited Credits 0
What is it about? A programme of mentorship development approved by the nursing and midwifery Council (NMC). Aimed at developing healthcare practitioners in their role supporting staff who are learning in practice, the programme’s innovative delivery mode is particularly exciting – entailing a FREE, open- access course and a separate assessment option for nurses.
Who is it for? Available to any staff supporting learning in practice
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - strategies that assist learners to integrate their learning and consider the effectiveness of assessment and impact of feedback on learning and development; - demonstrate skills in identifying opportunities for, and constraints that exist for, learning; - develop skills for reflection on practice and feedback to optimise the learning of self and others; - critically reflect on their developing mentor role; including working in partnership with others to promote high quality learning and assessment experiences for a range of learners; and - critically reflect on your developing mentor role; including working in partnership with others to promote high quality learning and assessment experiences for a range of learners.
How will it be delivered? The programme is delivered through: - supported online learning; - learning advisor in the second module; - staff should undertake the FREE learning resource KG005 first before embarking on, stage 2 the portfolio assessment (KG006).
What experience /qualifications do participants need? The first module KG005 can be accessed by anyone who wishes to develop their skills as a mentor. The second module is available only for registered nurses.
When is it? Delivered online students can register for / start studying as required
Where is it? Delivered online students can register for / start studying as required
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University Contact Details Name: Paul Armer Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply – See your Trust Education Lead for a registration form.
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Facilitating learning in practice: mentorship portfolio assessment
Subject Area Mentorship
Provider The Open University Code KG006
Level Unaccredited Credits 0
What is it about? A programme of mentorship development approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Aimed at developing healthcare practitioners in their role supporting staff who are learning in practice, the programme’s innovative delivery mode is particularly exciting – entailing a FREE, open-access course and a separate assessment option for nurses.
Who is it for? Open only to registered nurses.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - strategies that assist learners to integrate their learning and consider the effectiveness of assessment and impact of feedback on learning and development; - demonstrate skills in identifying opportunities for, and constraints that exist for, learning; - develop skills for reflection on practice and feedback to optimise the learning of self and others; - critically reflect on their developing mentor role; including working in partnership with others to promote high quality learning and assessment experiences for a range of learners; and - critically reflect on your developing mentor role; including working in partnership with others to promote high quality learning and assessment experiences for a range of learners.
How will it be delivered? The programme is delivered through supported online learning. Students have access to a learning advisor in the second module. Staff should undertake the FREE learning resource KG005 first before embarking on, stage 2 the portfolio assessment (KG006).
What experience /qualifications do participants need? The first module KG005 can be accessed by anyone who wishes to develop their skills as a mentor. The second module is available only for registered nurses.
When is it? Delivered online students can register for / start studying as required
Where is it? Delivered online students can register for / start studying as required
University Contact Details Name: Paul Armer Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] 85 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply – See your Trust Education Lead for a registration form.
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Improving diabetes management
Subject Area Personal and population health and wellbeing
Provider The Open University Code KG003
Level Unaccredited Credits 0
What is it about? Improving diabetes management (code KG003) was developed by OU health and social care academics in association with Diabetes UK; it is a short online course (55 hours of learning) in our suite of transforming care short courses. Each transforming care course was developed following a period of consultation with practitioners active in their field and critically reviewed by Diabetes UK and academic experts. KG003 addresses types 1 and 2 diabetes and covers: standards of care; characteristics of empowering practitioner-patient relationships; medical management; screening for complications; risk factors as well as psychosocial aspects of diabetes. It incorporates a focus on workplace practice including regular opportunities for learners to reflect upon their own context and practice.
Who is it for? Any practitioners in health and social care who work with patients/service users with diabetes will benefit from this course.
What will participants learn? This is an introductory course in which you will develop an understanding of the following: - what is diabetes? introduces different types of diabetes and the parts of the body and physical processes involved in the development of this condition; - awareness of care looks at the team and service sector involved in diabetes care, standards for good care and the characteristics of an empowering relationship between practitioners and people with diabetes; - medical management explores the diagnosis of, and treatments for diabetes including insulin and non-insulin therapies; - screening for complications of diabetes discusses long-term complications, their effect on the person with diabetes, and the screening which is carried out to detect them; - monitoring risk factors for diabetes complications further discusses the risks of long-term complications and examines the diabetes annual review in detail. It examines the factors that increase these risks and how they are monitored; - hyperglycaemia and Hypoglycaemia consider some general principles for treating high and low blood glucose levels. Situations that cause variations in blood glucose control and how people with diabetes can manage these is considered as well; and - psychosocial aspects of diabetes considers the psychological and the social consequences of living with diabetes.
How will it be delivered?
E-learning.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
There are no entry requirements.
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The module is delivered online students can register for and start studying When is it? as required
The module is delivered online so students can study in place that suits Where is it? them
University Contact Details
Name: Paul Armer Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply – See your Trust Education Lead for a registration form.
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Improving health and wellbeing
Subject Area Personal and population health and wellbeing
Provider The Open University Code KG004
Level Unaccredited Credits 0
What is it about? Improving health and wellbeing (code KG004) is a short online course in our suite of transforming care short courses. Each transforming care course was developed following a period of consultation with practitioners active in their field and critically reviewed by academic experts. The learning resources draw on rich audio-visual case studies enabling insight into the patient/service user experience. Each course incorporates a focus on workplace practice including regular opportunities for learners to reflect upon their own context and practice; KG004 addresses the MECC agenda making every contact count - and was developed specifically to support practitioners to address health and life-style improvements for patients/service users.
Who is it for? This course will appeal to any practitioner in health and social care interested in the basics of health and wellbeing.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - the way in which health and wellbeing can be understood as arising out of individual biological and psychological factors; - a model for understanding personal change and an approach to supporting people to make lifestyle changes will be discussed; - how family background shapes health behaviour and the kinds of interventions that attempt to address family issues; - the way in which an individual’s locality shapes their health and wellbeing; - community-based interventions and local action are explored; - how health is related to the nature of society; - legislation and regulation will be discussed in relation to food law and packaging; and - the role of the government and business in health will be discussed.
How will it be delivered?
E-learning.
What experience /qualifications do participants need?
There are no entry requirements.
The module is delivered online students can register for and start studying When is it? as required
The module is delivered online so students can study in place that suits Where is it? them
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University Contact Details
Name: Paul Armer Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply – See your Trust Education Lead for a registration form.
90 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
The University of Sunderland Accredited Modules
Non-medical prescribing
Subject Area Pharmacy and prescribing
Provider University of Sunderland Code PQC305
Level 6 Credits 40
What is it about? This programme is a key qualification needed for anyone wanting to become an advanced practitioner or operate in an advanced practice role.
Who is it for? Nurses and midwives, physiotherapists, podiatrists, chiropodists, radiographers working in advanced practice roles.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - consultation, decision-making, assessment and review; - influences on psychology of prescribing; - prescribing in a team context; - clinical pharmacology; - evidenced based practice; - legal, ethical, aspects of prescribing; - skills gained for the workplace, technical skills or academic skills e.g. reflective practice skills; - advanced assessment / consultation skills; - prescribing skills; - critical analysis / synthesis; and - reflective practice skills.
How will it be delivered?
26 days over 6 months plus 12 days in clinical practice with a designated medical practitioner.
What experience /qualifications do participants need? We require applicants to have studied level 6 in the last 3 years, DBS check in the last 2 years, registered professional, participants must identify a designated Medical Practitioner. Applicatns must be working in a role where they can prerscribe on completion of the course and is deemed to be capable of history taking and is competent in physical examination
January 2019 When is it? July 2019
University of Sunderland Where is it? Can be organised on organisational premises for viable cohorts if required
University Contact Details
91 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Name: Corporate and Professional Education Team Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 515 3361
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
92 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019 Primary care portfolio
Northumbria University Masterclasses
The professional midwifery advocate bridging course Provider Northumbria University Code Masterclass
Level 0 Credit 0
What is it about? The masterclass is designed to facilitate the transition of supervisor midwives to the role of professional midwifery advocate. Three day masterclass through which participants will consider the role of the PMA and meet professional standards
Who is it for? It is suitable for supervisors of midwives.+O19
What will participants learn? The masterclass content includes: - Facilitating the transition of supervisor midwives to the role of professional midwifery advocate - Considering the role of the PMA - Meeting professional standards
How will it be delivered? Blended, taught and WBL
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Supervisors for midwives
When is it? Details to follow
Where is it? Northumbria University
University Contact Details Name: Suzanne Crozier Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6066
Link to provider’s website for more information
Details to Follow
93 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Respiratory disorders Provider Northumbria University Code Masterclass
Level 0 Credit 0
What is it about? A wide range of respiratory disorders and current available treatment options will be considered and explored.
Who is it for? Nurses, allied health professionals, healthcare scientists and paramedics.
What will participants learn?
Non-invasive Ventilation and associated practice issues
How will it be delivered? One day masterclass.
What experience / qualifications do participants need? An interest in respiratory medicine.
When is it? 30/07/2019
Where is it? Northumbria University
University Contact Details Name: Barry Hill Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6066
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
94 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
End of life/ palliative care Provider Northumbria University Code Masterclass
Level 0 Credit 0
What is it about? This module will enable the practitioner to critically examine their practice when caring for this vulnerable group of patients and will consider the holistic needs of the patient and their carers. Participants will be encouraged to reflect and explore personal experiences arising from their own clinical practice in order to consider enhancing their professional practice.
Who is it for? Nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and paramedics.
What will participants learn? This masterclass is aimed at practitioners who care for all patients at the end of life. The will be on the patient pathway, patient choice, e.g. preferred place of choice.
How will it be delivered? Blended.
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Working with clients at the end of life.
When is it? Details to Follow
Where is it? Northumbria University
University Contact Details Name: Isabel Quinn Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6066
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
95 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Challenging communication in practice Provider Northumbria University Code Masterclass
Level 0 Credit 0
What is it about? The masterclass is designed to enable healthcare professionals to reflect and develop their personal communication skills with their client group, families and colleagues
Who is it for? It is suitable for nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and paramedics.
What will participants learn? The masterclass content includes: - Enabling healthcare professionals to reflect and develop their personal communication skills with their client group, families and colleagues
How will it be delivered? Taught and simulation
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Working in practice
November 2018 When is it? February 2019
Where is it? Northumbria University
University Contact Details Name: Gillian Walton Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6066
Link to provider’s website for more information
96 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Enhancing the care of the older person Provider Northumbria University Code Masterclass
Level 0 Credit 0
What is it about? Exploring challenges in practice of caring for the older person in varying environments to include chronic disease and frailty.
Who is it for? Nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, healthcare scientists, pharmacists and paramedics.
What will participants learn? Challenges in practice of caring for the older person in varying environments to include chronic disease and frailty.
How will it be delivered? One day masterclass.
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Working with or have an interest of working with older people.
When is it? Details To Follow
Where is it? Northumbria University
University Contact Details Name: Isabel Quinn Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6066
Link to provider’s website for more information
Link to apply
97 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Dementia Provider Northumbria University Code Masterclass
Level 0 Credit 0
What is it about? Exploring the holistic needs of the patient with dementia, including the management of complex needs and impact on the family.
Who is it for? Nurses, allied health professionals, healthcare scientists and paramedics.
What will participants learn? An awareness of the holistic needs of people with dementia, assessment and managing the condition, understanding complex symptoms, end of life care.
How will it be delivered? One day masterclass.
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Working in relevant practice area.
When is it? 24/01/2019
Where is it? Northumbria University
University Contact Details Name: Jane Murray Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6066
Link to provider’s website for more information
98 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Motivational interviewing/ behaviour change techniques Provider Northumbria University Code Masterclass
Level 0 Credit 0
What is it about? The masterclass is designed to raise awareness. This is key to a wide range of health professionals in developing the skills of engaging with clients with long term conditions to facilitate behavioural change to enable them to manage their own long term conditions and achieve better health outcomes
Who is it for? It is suitable for nurses, allied health professionals, healthcare scientists and paramedics.
What will participants learn? The masterclass content includes: - Training to equip staff in motivational interviewing as this underpins all aspects of our public health work - This provision should include how to open the conversations around making every contact count
How will it be delivered? Taught
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Working in relevant practice area
When is it? Details to Follow
Where is it? Northumbria University
University Contact Details Name: Karen Elton or Guy Tucker Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 215 6066
Link to provider’s website for more information
99 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Teesside University
Asthma: adult and paediatric Provider Teesside University Code Details to follow
Level Details to follow Credit Details to follow
What is it about? Details to follow.
Who is it for? Registered nurses.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - primary care application of national and local guidelines; - confirmation of diagnosis – confirming variation and reversibility; - patient education – developing agreed self-management plans; - starting, stopping and titration of medication; - inhaler technique assessment; - adult and paediatric reviews; - managing exacerbations and asthma emergencies; - post exacerbation reviews in practice; and - case studies.
How will it be delivered? Face to face delivery.
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Details to follow.
When is it? 21 February 2018
Where is it? Centre for Professional & Executive Development Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
100 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Name: Paula Hodge Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 906
Link to providers website for more information - Details to follow
Link to apply - Details to follow
Basic wound care Provider Teesside University Code Details to follow
Level Details to follow Credit Details to follow
What is it about? Details to follow.
Who is it for? Registered nurses /healthcare assistant's.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - anatomy; - physiology; - wound healing process; and - current guidelines and application of local policy.
How will it be delivered? Face to face delivery.
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Details to follow.
30 January 2018 When is it? 05 March 2018
Where is it? Main Campus
University Contact Details Name: Kathryn Potts Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 100
Link to providers website for more information - Details to follow
Link to apply - Details to follow
101 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Coronary heart disease including stroke Provider Teesside University Code Details to follow
Level Details to follow Credit Details to follow
What is it about? Details to follow.
Who is it for? Registered nurses /healthcare assistant's.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - latest guidance on secondary prevention; - medication and lifestyle; - investigations and interventions; - after care; - patient education; - cardiac rehab; and - palliative care referral.
How will it be delivered? Face to face delivery.
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Details to follow.
When is it? 14 February 2018
Where is it? Centre for Professional & Executive Development Darlington Campus
University Contact Details Name: Graham Jones Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01642 384 100
102 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Link to providers website for more information - Details to follow
Link to apply - Details to follow
103 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
The University of Sunderland Accredited modules
Independent prescribing for pharmacists (practice certificate)
Provider The University of Sunderland Code PHMM50
Level 7 Credit 45
What is it about? By becoming a pharmacist independent prescriber, you will be able to prescribe autonomously for any condition within your clinical competence.
Who is it for? Suitable for Pharmacists
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - Consultation, decision-making, assessment and review. - Influences on and psychology of prescribing. - Prescribing in a team context. - Applied therapeutics. - Evidence-based practice and clinical governance. - Legal, policy, professional and ethical aspects. - Prescribing in the public health context.
How will it be delivered? Delivery in the main through: - interactive face to face lectures - seminars - clinical skills - directed learning (using the virtual learning environment) - workplace guided mentorship (including competence assessments).
What experience / qualifications do participants need? We require applicants to be registered with the UK General Pharmaceutical Council or the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland. You should have at least two years of patient-orientated experience in a UK hospital, community or primary care setting following your pre-registration year.
08/10/2018 When is it? January 2019 May 2019
Where is it? University of Sunderland
University Contact Details Name: Corporate and Professional Education team Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 515 3361
Link to providers website for more information
104 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Link to apply
105 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Developing practice in clinical skills Provider The University of Sunderland Code HSS347
Level 6&7 Credit 20
What is it about? - This course trains you to carry out an in-depth history and conduct systematic physical examinations of different areas of the body including the respiratory system, cardiovascular system and the central nervous system. You will also learn best practice in documenting and communicating your findings.
Who is it for? It is suitable for multiprofessional registrants.
What will participants learn? The module content includes: - All aspects of clinical history taking and physical examination, including the principles of history taking and history taking and physical examination of the following: - Respiratory system. - Cardiovascular system. - Gastrointestinal system. - Central Nervous system. - ENT and Dermatology. - Endocrinology. - - Musculoskeletal system.
How will it be delivered? Problem based learning, group discussion, interactive lectures, simulation, workshop sessions and virtual learning environment. Total of 70 hours face to face contact time.
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Students must be registered healthcare professionals. You should have access to a clinical environment where you can observe and conduct the history taking process and physical examinations.
11/10/2018 When is it? 15/01/2019
Where is it? University of Sunderland
University Contact Details Name: Corporate and Professional Education team Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 515 3361
Link to providers website for more information
Link to apply
106 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
The University of Sunderland Unaccredited modules
Preparation for mentorship Provider The University of Sunderland Code PQC304
Level Unaccredited Credit Unaccredited
What is it about? You will cover learning theories, assessment and how to evaluate educational programmes. You will also cover aspects of supervision, mentorship and preceptorship. Preparation for Mentorship
This programme meets NMC competencies
Who is it for? This programme has two routes, one for nurses which is approved by the NMC and another for allied health professionals. Both of which qualify students to sign off the professional development of junior colleagues and students.
What will participants learn? •Outline of Learning Theories and Links to Practice Settings •Approaches to Teaching in Formal and Informal Settings •Communication Skills •Negotiation and Feedback Skills •Approaches to Evaluation of Educational Programmes •Assessment •Aspects of Supervision, Mentorship and Preceptorship - •Reflective Practice and the Theory
How will it be delivered? Blended learning will include: • interactive face to face lectures/seminars • problem based learning • group work and workshops
What experience / qualifications do participants need? We usually require applicants to be healthcare professionals. You will also need your manager’s support for the course’s work-based learning
When is it? Oct 2018, December 2018, February 2019, April 2019 , June 2019
Where is it? University of Sunderland
University Contact Details Name: Corporate and Professional Education team Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 515 3361
107 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Link to providers website for more information
Link to apply
108 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Newcastle University Accredited modules
Health Statistics Provider Newcastle University Code HSC8036
Level 7 Credit 20
What is it about? To explain the relevance of statistical ideas and techniques to health sciences. To introduce the requirements, advantages and disadvantages of the techniques covered in the module, and hence identify an appropriate statistical technique for a situation. Enable students to interpret the results of statistical analyses reported in the literature and carry out and interpret simple statistical analyses using appropriate software.
Who is it for? Public health workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: Understand the relevance of statistical ideas and techniques to health sciences. • Know the assumptions necessary, and advantages and disadvantages of the techniques covered in the syllabus.
Intended Skill Outcomes: • Identify an appropriate statistical technique for a situation. • Interpret the results of simple statistical analyses reported in the literature • Carry out simple statistical analyses using appropriate software and interpret the results.
How will it be delivered? 15 taught sessions
What experience / qualifications do participants need? A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a medical, health or social sciences discipline
Runs every Tuesday 9:30-12:45 from Tuesday 2nd October 2018- Tuesday 8th January 2019 When is it? Then 13:45-17:00 from Tueaday 29th January 2019- Tuesday 12th February 2019
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rebecca Wallis Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 8755
109 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Link to providers website for more information
Link to apply
Health Economics Provider Newcastle University Code HSC8027
Level 7 Credit 10
What is it about? This module will provide an introduction to some fundamental concepts of economics that are relevant for healthy policy decision making and analysis. The first day will focus on how markets work, why they fail in healthcare and an introduction to health economics and economic evaluation. The three main types of economic evaluation (cost-effectiveness analysis, cost-utility analysis and cost-benefit analysis), how and when they should be applied, and their pros and cons will be discussed.
Who is it for? Public health workforce
What will participants learn?
Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Describe the fundamental principles of health economics •Apply the fundamental principles of health economics to decision making in healthcare •Discuss the role of markets in the demand and supply of healthcare •Discuss the different methods for measuring costs and benefits in economic evaluation •Discuss different methods for eliciting preferences and the strengths and weaknesses of each method •Critically appraise a health economics article •Interpret basic regression coefficients from a DCE •Apply the appropriate technique of economic evaluation to resource allocation decisions •Describe the different methods that can be used to assist healthcare priority setting.
Intended Skill Outcomes: •Analyse particular health care reforms applying economic theory •Analyse health policy initiatives applying economic theory.
How will it be delivered? 4 taught sessions
What experience / qualifications do participants need? A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a medical, health or social sciences discipline
Thursday 31st January 2019, 14th February 2019,28th February 2019, 9:30-17:00 When is it?
Tuesday 12th March 2019, 9:30-11:30
110 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rebecca Wallis Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 8755
Link to providers website for more information
Link to apply
111 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Public Health Protection Provider Newcastle University Code HSC8045
Level 7 Credit 10
What is it about? This module introduces students to the key principles of public health protection, illustrated by reference to common communicable diseases and environmental hazards in the UK. Students will develop an understanding of major factors contributing to health protection risk, the fundamental principles of assessment and control of these risks. Local and national methods of surveillance will be described, including their application in monitoring patterns of illness in the population and identification of outbreaks of communicable disease. Examples of communicable disease outbreaks and environmental investigations will be used to illustrate the commonly used epidemiological methods and demonstrate the importance of partnership working in health protection.
Who is it for? Public health workforce
What will participants learn?
Intended Knowledge Outcomes: • Describe the causes, mechanism of transmission, prevention and control of important and common communicable diseases and infections, and disease caused by exposure to chemical and physical hazards, including their social context. • Describe the principles of public health protection surveillance, the local and national mechanisms for surveillance of health and environmental data. • Define and describe the roles and responsibilities of individuals and organisations in dealing with incidents and outbreaks at local, national and international level, including emerging diseases.
Intended Skill Outcomes: • Compare and contrast strengths and weaknesses of different epidemiological approaches to the investigation and control of outbreaks of communicable disease and infection, and the analysis of associations between environmental factors and health. • Critically discuss the strategies for prevention of communicable disease and infection, and environmental disease, and particularly where applicable, the immune response, principles and practice of immunisation programmes, and methods to minimise harm due to environmental hazards. • Be able to use and apply relevant sources of information in providing advice on communicable disease and infection control, emergency planning, and control of environmental hazards.
How will it be delivered? 5 taught sessions
What experience / qualifications do participants need? A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a medical, health or social sciences discipline
112 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Thursday 15th November 2018, 22nd November 2018, 9:30-17:00 When is it? Wednesday 28th November 2018, 9:30-17:00 Wednesday 5th December 2018, 12th December 2018, 9:30-12:45
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rebecca Wallis Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 8755
Link to providers website for more information
Link to apply
113 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Chronic disease epidemiology Provider Newcastle University Code HSC8059
Level 7 Credit 10
What is it about? To explore the contribution of epidemiology to understanding and addressing the major causes of morbidity and mortality in the UK and other industrialised countries. The module starts with a consideration of changes in demography and disease patterns that led to chronic non-communicable diseases becoming the predominant health problems in the UK and similar countries. It then considers the major determinants of those diseases, from underlying socio economic structures through to individual behaviours and genetic determinants.
Who is it for? Public health workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: • Describe the theory of the epidemiological transition, how chronic diseases became the predominant health problems in industrialised countries, and current disease patterns in other parts of the world. • Discuss and evaluate the potential determinants of the relationship between socio economic status and chronic disease occurrence including the putative role of psycho-social factors. • Understand the nature of the relationships between age, sex, ethnicity and chronic disease occurrence. • Describe and evaluate the major “lifestyle” risk factors for chronic disease, and in particular the role of smoking, physical inactivity, calorie excess and specific dietary components • Outline some of the basics of genetic and molecular epidemiology and explain their importance to understanding the epidemiology and control of chronic diseases. • Provide a critical outline of the hypotheses on the origins of adult disease in fetal and early life Intended Skill Outcomes: • Provide a critical synthesis of the literature for a particular disease or condition that demonstrates the interrelationships and relative importance of determinants of health in different population groups.
How will it be delivered? 3 taught sessions
What experience / qualifications do participants need? A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a medical, health or social sciences discipline
Wednesday 13th February 2019, 20th February 2019, 27th February 2019, When is it? 9:30-17:00
114 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rebecca Wallis Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 8755
Link to providers website for more information
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115 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Applications of epidemiology to public health Provider Newcastle University Code HSC8058
Level 7 Credit 10
What is it about? To understand ways of using routine information and applying epidemiological principles to practical public health problems. Content includes routine data sources, interpreting health information, uses of population and health related data for public health and health service planning, screening and basic principles of demography.
Who is it for? Public health workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: • Explain the basic principles of demography, and how population, census and vital statistics are produced and used to inform public health practice, including the use of life table analysis • List the key sources of health and health service routine data and, for each, give examples of potential uses and discuss limitations • Describe the principles of screening and critically appraise its role in health improvement • Critically appraise current approaches to the use of information to identify public health priorities, plan population level programmes and evaluate the health impact of interventions at a population level Intended Skill Outcomes: • Access, present and interpret health and population routine data • Critically appraise the value and limitations of such data • Calculate and interpret parameters of screening tests and evaluate a screening programme • Use epidemiological methods to address practical problems in public health
How will it be delivered? 3 taught sessions
What experience / qualifications do participants need? A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a medical, health or social sciences discipline
Wednesday 6th March 2019, 13th March 2019, When is it? 20th March 2019, 9:30-17:00
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rebecca Wallis Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 8755
Link to providers website for more information 116 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Link to apply
117 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Advanced Social Determinants of Health Provider Newcastle University Code HSC8003
Level 7 Credit 10
What is it about? This module provides students with in-depth, case study-based understanding of social determinants of health, their contribution to health inequalities and the basis for developing policies and interventions to address social determinants of health. Emphasis is placed on research led teaching by leading authorities in the field.
Who is it for? Public health workforce
What will participants learn?
Intended Knowledge Outcomes: • Understand the importance of social determinants of health in contributing to health outcomes and health inequalities • Understand how research evidence on social determinants of health can be used to develop and evaluate public policies, and be able to apply that understanding to specific cases • Understand the significance for health of public policies outside the health sector, and choices made by private actors outside the health sector. Intended Skill Outcomes: •Critically to assess research evidence on such topics as income inequality and health, place (e.g. ‘neighborhood effects’ and regional divides) and health, and stress and health •Apply that skill and the understandings described under the previous heading to specific cases of intervention design and policy analysis and evaluation; •In the form of written work that meets high standards of scientific quality and clarity.
How will it be delivered? 6 taught sessions
What experience / qualifications do participants need? A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a medical, health or social sciences discipline
Tuesday 18th February 2019, 26th February 2019, 5th March 2019,12th When is it? March 2019, 19th March 2019, 26th March 2019, 13:45-17:00
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rebecca Wallis Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 8755
118 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
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119 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Public Health Intervention Provider Newcastle University Code HSC8042
Level 7 Credit 10
What is it about? This module aims to introduce students to the theory, concepts and practical issues relating to the planning, implementation and evaluation of public health interventions. The role of theories of behavior and of behavior change to inform public health intervention development and evaluation will be examined, supported by practical examples of the application of theory in relation to a wide range of public health issues. The module will consider a range of approaches to evaluating public health interventions and highlights the importance of focusing upon how patients and public perceive public health risk and interventions which seek to reduce it.
Who is it for? Public health workforce
What will participants learn?
Intended Knowledge Outcomes: • Define public health intervention and describe the planning, implementation and evaluation of public health intervention •Discuss the theories, models and principles of public health intervention •Understand the necessity for evaluation of public health interventions and describe the methods used to evaluate the acceptability, equity, efficacy, effectiveness and efficiency of public health interventions •Recognise the active role patients and public have in their interaction with public health risk and public health intervention
Intended Skill Outcomes: •Analyse public health interventions to identify their main functional components and underpinning theories. •Apply appropriate theory in the development of novel health promotion interventions •Critically appraise published research reporting effectiveness of public health interventions •Design studies to support the development and evaluation of health promotion intervention
How will it be delivered? 6 taught sessions
What experience / qualifications do participants need? A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a medical, health or social sciences discipline
Tuesday 29th January 2019, 5th February 2019, 12th Februay 2019, 19th When is it? February 2019, 26th February 2019, 5th March 2019, 9:30-12:45
Where is it? Newcastle University
120 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
University Contact Details Name: Rebecca Wallis Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 8755
Link to providers website for more information
Link to apply
121 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Global Health Provider Newcastle University Code HSC8057
Level 7 Credit 20
What is it about? In this module, students develop a sophisticated understanding of global health issues and challenges, by ‘drilling down’ in detail, with specific attention to such topics as globalisation and health; maternal and child health; and health inequalities in global context.
Who is it for? Public health workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: • Apply knowledge and understanding of the main concepts and debates in global health. • Recognise and understand the changing global health policy landscape and the roles of major public and private actors in addressing and influencing global health • Apply knowledge of how through globalisation health in the developed and developing world is interconnected, and how the operation of the global economy influences global health Intended Skill Outcomes: •Critically assess current challenges of health and health care faced by resource poor countries •Apply the knowledge gained in the module to more advanced challenges in assessing research and interventions in global health
How will it be delivered? 7 taught sessions
What experience / qualifications do participants need? A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a medical, health or social sciences discipline
Wednesday 24th October 2018, 31st October 2018, 7th November 2018, When is it? 14th November 2018, 21st November 2018, 28th November 2018, 12th December 2018, 9:30-17:00
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rebecca Wallis Email: [email protected] Telephone: 192 208 8755
Link to providers website for more information
Link to apply
122 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Radiotherapy Physics 1 Provider Newcastle University Code MPY8005
Level 7 Credit 20
What is it about? This module provides the trainee with the knowledge that underpins the radiotherapy physics specialism in the second year of the Modernising Scientific Careers Scientist Training Programme and gives the trainee the tools to undertake project based learning in the workplace and meet the STP curriculum as approved by the Medical Education England Healthcare Science Programme Board.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental mathematical and scientific principles of radiation as a therapeutic tool. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the design, operation, quality assurance and safety processes and features of radiotherapy and dosimetry equipment. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamentals of radiotherapy planning for external beam radiotherapy. Intended Skill Outcomes: •Critically compare 3D dose calculation algorithms, their input requirements and the limitations of the methods employed. •Analyse and evaluate data to maintain and deliver a safe environment to deliver radiation therapy.
How will it be delivered? 2 week teaching block
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 18/02 - 01/03/2019
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
Link to providers website for more information
Link to apply
123 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Radiotherapy Physics 2 Provider Newcastle University Code MPY8006
Level 7 Credit 30
What is it about? This module provides the trainee with the knowledge that underpins the Radiotherapy Physics specialism in the third year of the MSc and gives the trainee the tools to undertake learning in the workplace.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Critical understanding of the scientific and technological principles underpinning imaging, planning and delivery of radiotherapy. •Fundamental knowledge of an extensive range of therapeutic techniques utilising radiation. Intended Skill Outcomes: •Select and justify in a range of clinical situations the application of scientific and technical principles to develop and deliver external beam therapeutic interventions. •Critically describe the commissioning process within a regulatory framework for new equipment with reference to LINACS, orthovoltage, treatment planning systems and imaging equipment.
How will it be delivered? 2.5 week teaching block
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 10 - 26/09/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
Link to providers website for more information
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124 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Radiation Safety Physics 1 Provider Newcastle University Code MPY8007
Level 7 Credit 20
What is it about? This module provides the trainee with the knowledge that underpins the radiation safety specialism in the second year of the MSc and gives the trainee the tools to undertake project based learning in the workplace and meet the STP curriculum as approved by the Medical Education England Healthcare Science Programme Board.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental mathematical and scientific principles, design, operation, quality assurance, safety and legislative processes and features of ionising radiation in diagnostic radiology and radiographic imaging. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of normal and abnormal appearances of images and common imaging artefacts. Intended Skill Outcomes: •Critically appraise the use of radiology imaging equipment and radiation safety instrumentation. •Critically analyse images produced as part of clinical diagnoses using x-ray techniques. •Apply mathematical principles to the calculation of radiation hazards to patients, staff and others and effectively communicate associated risk. •Critically appraise the legislation and guidance that applies to ionising radiation safety and operational radiation protection. •Critically appraise commissioning processes and quality assurance programmes for radiographic equipment.
How will it be delivered? 2 week teaching block
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 18/02 - 01/03/2019
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223 125 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Link to providers website for more information
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126 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Radiation Safety Physics 2 Provider Newcastle University Code MPY8008
Level 7 Credit 30
What is it about? This module provides the trainee with the knowledge that underpins the specialist practice in Radiation Safety in the third year of MSc and gives the trainee the tools to undertake learning in the workplace.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Demonstrate a critical understanding of safety and management in the use of ionising radiation in a variety of clinical applications, including dose determination and optimisation. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of safety and management in the use of non-ionising radiation in a variety of clinical applications. •Display a critical understanding of the issues involved in designing radiation facilities and the process of commissioning new specialised equipment. Intended Skill Outcomes: •Critically appraise ionising radiation applications and optimise practices. •Critically appraise the legislation and guidance that applies to non-ionising radiation safety and operational radiation protection. •Apply mathematical principles to the calculation of safe doses for a variety of critical groups.
How will it be delivered? 2.5 week teaching block
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 10 - 26/09/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
Link to providers website for more information
Link to apply
127 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Imaging with Ionising Radiation 1 Provider Newcastle University Code MPY8009
Level 7 Credit 20
What is it about? This module provides the trainee with the knowledge that underpins the specialist practice in Imaging with Ionising Radiation in the second year of MSC and gives the trainee the tools to undertake project based learning in the workplace and meet the STP curriculum as approved by the Medical Education England Healthcare Science Programme Board.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental mathematical and scientific principles, design, operation, quality assurance, safety and legislative processes and features behind image formation in nuclear medicine and diagnostic radiology. •Display a critical understanding of normal and pathological appearances of images and common imaging artefacts. Intended Skill Outcomes: •Critically appraise operational and emergency procedures for safe working in a variety of radiation environments. •Critically analyse images produced as part of clinical diagnoses in nuclear medicine and diagnostic radiology. •Critically appraise the use of radiology imaging equipment and radiation safety instrumentation. •Apply mathematical principles to the calculation of radiation hazards to patients, staff and others. •Critically appraise commissioning processes and quality assurance programmes for radiographic and nuclear medicine equipment.
How will it be delivered? 2 week teaching block
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 18/02 - 01/03/2019
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223 128 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
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129 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Imaging with Ionising Radiation 2 Provider Newcastle University Code MPY8010
Level 7 Credit 30
What is it about? This module provides the trainee with the knowledge that underpins the specialist practice in Imaging with Ionising Radiation in the third year of MSc and gives the trainee the tools to undertake learning in the workplace.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental scientific principles and processes behind the safe production of radiopharmaceuticals within a legislative framework. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the physiological and pathological processes giving rise to image findings and the consequences of the result of the procedure to the patient’s overall clinical management, particularly in relation to radiotherapy and radiotherapy treatment planning. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of safety and management in the use of ionising radiation in a variety of clinical applications, including dose determination and optimisation. •Display a critical understanding of the issues involved in designing radiation facilities and the process of commissioning new specialised equipment. Intended Skill Outcomes •Apply the principles of tracer kinetics, pharmacokinetics and use of radiopharmaceuticals as physiological markers and therapeutic agents. •Critically appraise ionising radiation applications and optimise practices. •Apply mathematical principles to the calculation of safe doses for a variety of critical groups
How will it be delivered? 2.5 week teaching block
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 10 - 26/09/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
130 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
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131 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Imaging with Non-Ionising Radiation 1 Provider Newcastle University Code MPY8011
Level 7 Credit 20
What is it about? This module provides the trainee with the knowledge that underpins the specialist practice in Imaging with Non Ionising Radiation in the second year of MSc and gives the trainee the tools to undertake project based learning in the workplace and meet the STP curriculum, as approved by the Medical Education England Healthcare Science Programme Board.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental mathematical and scientific principles behind image formation using MRI and ultrasound. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the design and operation of MRI and ultrasound equipment. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental mathematical and physical principles behind optical devices used for clinical assessment and treatment such as lasers and intense light sources. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the interaction of non-ionising radiation with tissue and understand the safety implications associated with clinical use. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the need for, and methodology used in quality assurance of non-ionising radiation devices in clinical practice. •Display a critical understanding of normal and pathological appearances of images and common imaging artefacts. Intended Skill Outcomes
•Critically appraise the physical principles and operation of ultrasound and MRI in patient diagnosis.
How will it be delivered? 2 week teaching block
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 18/02 - 01/03/2019
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details
132 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
Link to providers website for more information
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133 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Imaging with Non-Ionising Radiation 2 Provider Newcastle University Code MPY8012
Level 7 Credit 30
What is it about? This module provides the trainee with the knowledge that underpins the third year specialist practice in Imaging with Non Ionising Radiation of the MSc and gives the trainee the tools to undertake project based learning in the workplace during year 3 and meets the STP curriculum, as approved by the Medical Education England Healthcare Science Programme Board.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcome: •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental scientific principles behind specialist MRI techniques used to measure physiological, metabolic and functional processes within the body. •Demonstrate fundamental knowledge regarding the development of new MRI methods (sequences). •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental scientific and mathematical principles behind advanced ultrasound scanning, including doppler and harmonic methods and the use of contrast agents. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental scientific principles and processes behind the safe operation of biophotonic techniques and imaging using optical radiation. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the legislation and guidance associated with non-ionising radiation medical use. Intended Skill Outcomes: •Present complex ideas about non-ionising radiation in written format at a level appropriate to the audience. •Critically appraise commissioning processes and quality assurance programmes for MRI and ultrasound equipment. •Critically appraise the legislation and guidance that applies to safe working with non-ionising radiation.
How will it be delivered? 2.5 week teaching block
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 10 - 26/09/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
134 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
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135 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Introduction to Cardiac Science Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8001
Level 7 Credit 10
What is it about? This module will provide trainees with underpinning knowledge of cardiac science, together with knowledge and understanding of resting and ambulatory electrocardiography and blood pressure measurement to enable them to perform the related cardiac investigations.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes •Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system and the pathophysiology of cardiac disease. •Demonstrate a clear understanding of the principles and practices underpinning routine investigations and procedures utilised when undertaking testing, diagnosis and measurement in cardiac science. •Discuss the link between clinical scientists in cardiac science and other clinical specialisms. •Display an understanding of the key legislative issues that apply to this area. Intended Skill Outcomes: •Interpret ECG and blood pressure measurements.
How will it be delivered? Approx. 5 teaching days across 6 weeks
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 01/10 - 9/11/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
Link to providers website for more information
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136 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Diagnostic Approaches and Current Treatment of Cardiovascular Disorders Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8007
Level 7 Credit 20
What is it about? This module provides the underpinning knowledge aligned with the work based practical training programme in cardiac science. The module has three sections: non-invasive diagnostics, invasive diagnostics and therapeutic interventions. Within each of these areas, students gain an understanding of the techniques involved, as well as the ability to interpret results and write reports for a range of cardiac procedures.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the non-invasive, invasive, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions in the current treatment of cardiovascular disorders. •Display a fundamental understanding of the pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, and therapeutics of the major drugs that treat diseases of the cardiovascular system. •Critically discuss scientific information and principles to formulate judgements, analyse and solve problems in patients with congenital and acquired heart disease. •Critically discuss the principles of patient care in relation to investigations: dignity, consent, privacy and communications and the problems associated with the care of patients undergoing cardiac investigations or treatments.
How will it be delivered? 2 week teaching block
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 03 - 14/09/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
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137 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Ultrasound Imaging in Cardiac Disease Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8008
Level 7 Credit 30
What is it about? This module provides underpinning knowledge to support the work-based practical training element for students following an echocardiography specialist route.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the application of ultrasound imaging in the current diagnosis and treatment of congenital and acquired cardiac disease. •Demonstrate a deeper understanding of the anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of the healthy and the diseased heart. •Critically evaluate the role of cardiac ultrasound in the management of cardiac patients through appraisal of current literature.
How will it be delivered? 2 week teaching block
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 17 - 28/09/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
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138 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Diagnosis and Management of Cardiac Rhythm Disorders Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8009
Level 7 Credit 30
What is it about? This module is designed to provide the knowledge associated with the work based practical training in the diagnosis and management of cardiac rhythm disorders. It will provide the students with the understanding of the theoretical aspects and an appreciation of the practical aspects of working with patients who are suspected or known to have pathological disturbances of their heart rhythm.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Demonstrate a critical understanding on the basis of current evidence-based practice, of the indications & contra indications for device implantation and programming in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with abnormalities of cardiac rhythm. •Demonstrate a deeper understanding of the underpinning physics of the instrumentation/equipment used in electrophysiology studies including the functionality of amplifiers. •Reflect upon the practice of the healthcare scientist in the management of patients with cardiac rhythm abnormalities using evidence based knowledge from current literature.
How will it be delivered? 2 week teaching block
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 17 - 28/09/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
Link to providers website for more information
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139 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Introduction to Respiratory and Sleep Science Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8002
Level 7 Credit 10
What is it about? This module will provide trainees with underpinning knowledge of basic respiratory physiology and sleep medicine and how this is applied to common respiratory and non-respiratory disease. The relationship between respiratory and gastrointestinal physiological measurements and how these contribute to a greater overall understanding of pathophysiology will be explored. Knowledge of the role of extra oesophageal reflux and micro aspiration in chronic lung injury will also be delivered .
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •A basic understanding of the respiratory system and the pathophysiology of COPD, a common lung disease. •An understanding of the principles and practices underpinning routine investigations and procedures utilised when undertaking testing, diagnosis and measurement in respiratory science. •A practical understanding of the linkages between clinical scientists in respiratory science and other clinical specialities. Intended Skill Outcomes: •Apply independently the scientific principles of respiratory and sleep sciences. •Interpret standard lung function test results.
How will it be delivered? Approx. 5 teaching days across 6 weeks
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 01/10 - 9/11/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
Link to providers website for more information
Link to apply 140 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019 Respiratory and Sleep Science 2 Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8012
Level 7 Credit 30
What is it about? This module provides students with the knowledge required to underpin the third year specialist module in respiratory and sleep science. It also provides students with the knowledge to undertake project based learning in the workplace.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the physiology and pathophysiology of sleep and respiratory disease and how this can be assessed. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the diagnostic and advanced therapeutic interventions used in non-invasive ventilation in disorders of respiration and sleep. •Critically evaluate the rationale, underpinning principles, indications and contraindications for commonly used therapeutic strategies to treat respiratory disorders and sleep. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the role of the respiratory scientist in the mixed disciplinary team environment. Intended Skill Outcomes: •Convey complex scientific information to inform multi-disciplinary teams of the diagnostic results, conclusions and consequences, in clear reports or presentations, in a clinically appropriate timeframe.
How will it be delivered? 2 week teaching block
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 17 - 28/09/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
Link to providers website for more information
Link to apply 141 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Introduction to Vascular Science Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8003
Level 7 Credit 10
What is it about? This module will provide trainees with the knowledge and understanding of vascular science and its importance in contributing to the diagnosis and monitoring of patients with a variety of vascular diseases.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Display a fundamental understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system and the pathophysiology of vascular disease. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the principles and practices underpinning routine investigations and procedures utilised when undertaking testing, diagnosis and measurement in vascular science. •Explain the linkages between clinical scientists in vascular science and other clinical specialisms. Intended Skill Outcomes: •Apply independently the scientific principles of vascular science within a quality assurance and legislative framework.
How will it be delivered? Approx. 5 teaching days across 6 weeks
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 01/10 - 9/11/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
Link to providers website for more information
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142 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Vascular Science 1 (previously two modules: Ultrasound Science and Instrumentation + Haemodynamics and Ultrasound Safety) Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8022
Level 7 Credit 20
What is it about? This module provides trainees with the underpinning scientific knowledge and practical skills to safely and competently use ultrasound instrumentation. This module delivers a baseline knowledge that underpins the specialist areas of the physics of ultrasound, technology in vascular science, haemodynamics of the peripheral vascular system and safety.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes •Demonstrate a clear understanding of the fundamental scientific principles, design, and operation of vascular ultrasound instrumentation. •Critically evaluate the artefacts and sources of error inherent or produced in vascular ultrasound images/spectra and explain how they can be recognised, utilised and minimised by the user. •Critically evaluate the importance of local and national quality assurance and safety recommendations when assessing ultrasound machines. •Demonstrate a clear understanding of quality assurance and safety requirements when operating vascular ultrasound instrumentation. •Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the haemodynamics of blood flow in normal and diseased vessels and how these characteristics are represented with Doppler ultrasound.
How will it be delivered? 2 week teaching block
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 03 - 14/09/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
Link to providers website for more information
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143 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Vascular Science 2 (previously three modules: Extracranial Vascular Ultrasound + Extracranial Vascular Ultrasound + Arterial/venous imaging) Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8023
Level 7 Credit 30
What is it about? This module provides students with the underpinning scientific and clinical knowledge, as well as the practical skills required, to assess and interpret extracranial vascular ultrasound investigations; to safely contribute to the diagnosis and screening of peripheral vascular disease (macro and microvascular), abdominal aortic aneurysms and intracranial lesions (for sickle cell).
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Demonstrate a clear understanding of the haemodynamics in normals and diseased vessels found in the extracranial circulation, and its relation to Doppler waveforms. •Discuss the role of extracranial vascular ultrasound in the management of patients within the framework of the National Stroke Strategy. •Critically evaluate the information obtained in an extracranial ultrasound examination and the grading criteria used. •Demonstrate a clear understanding of the haemodynamics and pathology found in the micro circulation. •Critically evaluate the instrumentation and techniques used to investigate the microcirculation. •Discuss the fundamentals of screening for vascular disease and the factors that affect the proper running of a screening programme. •Critically evaluate the information from tests of the peripheral arterial and microcirculation including exercise testing. •Critically evaluate the role of screening in the management of patients for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm and sickle cell. •Critically evaluate the importance of local and national quality assurance measures. •Demonstrate a clear understanding of the haemodynamics and pathology found in the venous circulation and the co-morbidities associated with venous disease. •Discuss the role of venous vascular ultrasound in the management of patients. •Critically evaluate the information obtained in a Deep Vein Thrombosis ultrasound examination. •Critically evaluate and discuss the haemodynamics and investigation results of diseased superficial peripheral veins.
How will it be delivered? 2 week teaching block
What experience / qualifications do participants need?
144 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 17 - 28/09/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
Link to providers website for more information
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145 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Introduction to Gastrointestinal Physiology Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8005
Level 7 Credit 10
What is it about? This module provides the underpinning knowledge and understanding required for gastrointestinal (GI) physiology.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Describe the anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal system •Describe the action and control of saliva, gastric acid & pepsin, pancreatic enzymes and bicarbonate and bile salts. •Describe the parasympathetic & sympathetic nerves, intrinsic nerve plexuses and the concept of neurotransmitters & hormones in relation to the gastrointestinal tract. •Describe the enzymatic breakdown of protein, polysaccharides & sugars, solubilisation & hydrolysis of fat, mucosal digestion & transport, water & fat soluble vitamins and vitamin B12 in relation to digestion and absorption. •Describe techniques used in the investigation of the motility of the gastrointestinal tract. Explain the test protocols relating to non-invasive breath tests. •Discuss the clinical concepts of intubation of the gastrointestinal tract including infection control and asepsis. •Critically discuss the major risk factors, common disease and infections of gastrointestinal disorders. •Discuss intubation & extubation techniques and complications in the investigation of benign gastrointestinal disease and the patient pathway in relation to common pathological conditions associated with gastrointestinal disorders.
How will it be delivered? Approx. 5 teaching days across 6 weeks
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 01/10 - 9/11/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details
146 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
Link to providers website for more information
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147 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Lower Gastrointestinal Physiology and Endoanal Ultrasound Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8017
Level 7 Credit 10
What is it about? This module will provide students with a higher specialised body of knowledge which underpins the principles of specialist practice in Lower Gastrointestinal (GI) Physiology.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental scientific principles, design, operation, quality assurance and safety processes and features of the instrumentation required to assess lower gastrointestinal(GI)physiology and pathophysiology. •Display an understanding of the physiology and pathophysiology of the lower gastrointestinal tract and use this to plan non-interventional therapies for the treatment of faecal incontinence and obstructive defaecation. •Demonstrate a critical understanding of how the techniques of luminal ultrasonography for benign anorectal disorders can be applied to the investigation and staging of anal and rectal cancer. •Demonstrate an understanding of how the equipment and manometric techniques used in lower GI physiology can be applied to assessing the upper GI tract, including oesophageal, small bowel, biliary and sphincter of Oddi motility •Critically evaluate the indications, modes and choice of technology to investigate lower gastrointestinal disease and anal and rectal cancer. Intended Skill Outcomes: •Convey complex scientific information in clear reports or presentations, to specialist and nonspecialist audiences, including patients, of the diagnostic results, conclusions and consequences of investigations of the lower gastrointestinal tract. •Apply the modes of technology used in the lower GI tract to assess upper GI function. •Further complementary clinical skills are introduced in this module, but will be devloped and assessed in the workplace.
How will it be delivered? 3 teaching days
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 12 - 14/09/2018
148 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
Link to providers website for more information
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149 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Upper Gastointestinal Physiology Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8019
Level 7 Credit 30
What is it about? This module provides the student with a higher specialised body of knowledge and practical competency to underpin the specialist practice of upper gastrointestinal (GI) physiology.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental scientific principles, design, operation, quality assurance and safety processes and features of the instrumentation required to assess upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Intended Skill Outcomes: •Safely and accurately undertake the investigation of the pathophysiology of the upper gastrointestinal tract using new technology including high resolution manometry, telemetric devices •Accurately undertake the investigation of the physiology of the upper GI tract, e.g the oesophagus, the assessment of sphincter of oddi dysfunction, small bowel motility disorders, biliary manometry. •Develop surgical, medical and also interventional and non-interventional treatment plans.
How will it be delivered? 5 teaching days
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 24 - 28/09/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
Link to providers website for more information
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150 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Introduction to Urodynamic Science Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8006
Level 7 Credit 10
What is it about? This module provides the underpinning knowledge and understanding required for urodynamic science.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Describe the anatomy and physiology of the male and female urinary system. •Describe techniques used in the investigation of the lower urinary tract and the role of each investigation. •Explain the clinical concepts of urethral catheterisation including infection control and asepsis and any complications and side-effects associated with catheterisation. •Explain the principles of Quality of Life evaluation and the use of Patient Reported Outcome Measures. •Critically discuss the patient pathway in relation to common pathological conditions associated with lower urinary tract disorders. •Identify the common diseases and infections of the lower urinary tract and the major risk factors of these conditions.
How will it be delivered? Approx. 5 teaching days across 6 weeks
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 01/10 - 9/11/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
Link to providers website for more information
Link to apply
151 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019 Urodynamic Science 1 Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8018
Level 7 Credit 10
What is it about? This module provides students with specialist knowledge in urodynamic science and also provides the knowledge required to undertake project-based learning.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental scientific principles, design, operation, quality assurance and safety processes and features of the instrumentation required to assess lower urinary tract physiology and pathophysiology. •Discuss the fundamentals of the anatomy and physiology of the pelvic floor including the lower urinary tract, its pathophysiology and all related therapeutic interventions. •Display a fundamental understanding of the pathopysiological consequences of injury and disease including spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, spina bifida, stroke, head injury. Parkinson's disease and their effect on the urinary tract, sexual and reproductive function. •Critically evaluate the indications, modes and choice of technology to investigate lower urinary tract disorders with specific reference to neurological disease.
Intended Skill Outcomes: •Convey complex scientific information in clear reports or presentations, to specialist and non- specialist audiences, including patients, of the diagnostic results, conclusions and consequences of investigations in the lower urinary tract.
How will it be delivered? 4 teaching days
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 03 + 05-07/09/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
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153 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
Urodynamic Science 2 Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8020
Level 7 Credit 30
What is it about? This module provides students with the knowledge that underpins the third year specialist module in urodynamic science aswell as the underpinning knowledge to undertake learning in the workplace. This is a predominantly clinical module with the emphasis on the place of Lower Urinary Tract Investigation within the wider clinical patient pathway. Students will acquire a knowledge of how Urodynamics and affiliated investigations contribute to overall patient management. The students will be taught how to critically appraise a clinical paper.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental scientific principles, design, operation, quality assurance and safety processes and features of the instrumentation required to assess lower urinary tract physiology and pathophysiology. •Display a fundamental understanding of pathologies affecting paediatric patients, patients with complex urodynamic disorders and women with pelvic floor dysfunction including disorders affecting the lower bowel and genital tract. Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental scientific principles, design, operation, quality assurance and safety processes and features of the instrumentation required to assess lower urinary tract physiology and pathophysiology. •Display a fundamental understanding of pathologies affecting paediatric patients, patients with complex urodynamic disorders and women with pelvic floor dysfunction including disorders affecting the lower bowel and genital tract. •Critically evaluate the indications, modes and choice of technology to investigate lower urinary tract disorders with specific reference to pelvic floor dysfunction. •Demonstrate a thorough appraisal of clinical cases and describe the necessary investigation and appropriate treatment of these patients. •Possess an overview of common urological surgical procedures pertaining to functional Lower urinary Tract disorders. •Critically review medical literature in the field of Functional
Intended Skill Outcomes: •Convey complex scientific information in clear reports to specialist and non-specialist audiences, including patients, of the diagnostic results, conclusions and consequences of investigations in the lower urinary tract.
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•Deliver a thorough critical appraisal of a published clinical study. •Describe the entire patient pathway for complex functional urological patients including an overview of the surgical treatments.
How will it be delivered? 2 week teaching block
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 17 - 28/09/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
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Clinical Assessment and Investigation Provider Newcastle University Code CVR8004
Level 7 Credit 10
What is it about? This module provides an opportunity for the student to develop their knowledge of clinical assessment techniques and gain a greater understanding of related diagnostic modalities, for example clinical imaging and pathology. Applications across a range of clinical settings, including critical care, will be explored and the trainee will gain insight into the interpretation and clinical decision making in the context of differential diagnosis.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Learning Outcomes: •Demonstrate a critical understanding of how different cardiac, vascular, respiratory and sleep, gastrointestinal, and urodynamic assessments and investigations are selected and utilised in the diagnosis, management, prognosis and care to provide a holistic patient approach. •Display a critical understanding of the principles and applications of diagnostic imaging (ionising and non-ionising e.g. CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET, Ultrasound) used to investigate structure and function in cardiac, vascular, respiratory and sleep, gastrointestinal, and urodynamic disorders including issues around storage, data access, safety and quality assurance. •Discuss the principles and applications of routine pathology testing, biomarkers and pharmacogenomics used to diagnose and treat cardiac, vascular, respiratory and sleep, gastrointestinal, and urodynamic disorders including issues around storage, data access, safety and quality assurance.
Intended Skill Outcomes: •Present results from diagnostic investigations using the correct terminology. •Contribute to multi-disciplinary team discussions by integrating physiological investigation results with imaging and pathology data. •Devise diagnostic plans for patients based on their symptoms and the clinical information available.
How will it be delivered? Approx. 5 teaching days
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 06 - 15/03/2018
Where is it? Newcastle University
156 CWD Portfolio 2018 – 2019
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
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Introduction to Healthcare Science, Professional Practice & Clinical Leadership Provider Newcastle University Code MSC8001
Level 7 Credit 20
What is it about? The overall aim of this introductory module is to provide trainees with a broad knowledge and understanding of science and scientific knowledge, contextualised to the practice of healthcare science and the services provided by their specialism/division. Central to this is the contribution of healthcare science to patient care, patient safety, service delivery, research and innovation. This module will build on the knowledge, skills and experience gained during undergraduate studies with learning developed and applied further in division and specialism specific modules.
Who is it for? Health care science workforce
What will participants learn? Intended Knowledge Outcomes: •Describe the cellular, tissue and systems responses to disease and discuss those body systems and processes relative to your division/specialism. •Explain the main principles and core concepts of clinical genetics and genomics and discuss in the context of patients referred to services provided by your division/specialism. •Explain the main principles and core concepts of the sociology of health and illness and discuss those relevant to patients and the role of your division/specialism. •Explain the basis of epidemiology, public health and health protection and discuss in relation to patients and the safety of patients referred to services provided by your division/specialism. •Explain the basic principles of clinical pharmacology and therapeutics and discuss in relation to patients and the safety of patients referred to services provided by your division/specialism. •Explain the basic principles of physics that underpin healthcare science and discuss in relation to patients and the safety of patients referred to services provided by your division/specialism. •Discuss and justify how bioinformatics, including large biological datasets, contributes to patient safety, patient care and the practice of healthcare science and defend the governance and ethical frameworks within which bioinformatics can be used. •Discuss and appraise the ethical foundations of professionalism, including critical reflection, and how these relate to the clinical scientist, the patient, the practice of healthcare science and the wider healthcare environment. •Explain and critically evaluate the structures, processes and methodologies that underpin the quality of the service provided by the NHS and quality improvement initiatives to promote high quality patient care and enhance patient safety, and discuss the quality mechanisms relevant to your division/specialism. •Explain the principles of effective written and verbal communication and feedback, considering the needs and dignity of patients, the public, health professionals and scientists.
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•Describe and evaluate the basic principles and structures underpinning history taking, clinical examination and clinical decision making and discuss their role in your division. •Discuss, compare and contrast a range of leadership models, including those that underpin current NHS Leadership and Competency Frameworks, and identify and critically evaluate how your personal values, principles and assumptions affect your personal leadership style. •Explain the current structure and management of health and social care systems and services at a national (UK-wide) and local level and the way in which the voice of patients and the public is embedded in all aspects of healthcare and healthcare education.
Intended Skill Outcomes: •Demonstrate the skill of history taking. •Demonstrate the skill of giving and receiving meaningful feedback
How will it be delivered? Approx. 5 teaching days across 6 weeks + Approx 5 teaching days across 2 weeks + eLearning component
What experience / qualifications do participants need? Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.
When is it? 01/10 - 09/11/2018 + 06 - 15/03/2019
Where is it? Newcastle University
University Contact Details Name: Rob Carter Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0191 208 7223
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