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Masters

University of Greater Manchester

MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (Primary Care)

Name: MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (Primary Care)
Price: £4050 GBP

UNIVERSITY OF GREATER MANCHESTER

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Study mode

Part time

Duration

2 years

Start date

JAN-26

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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Health Practice Administration

Course Summary

Developed for health and social care practitioners who want to progress to an advanced level in their field, our part-time MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice (Primary Care) is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary for roles that require greater responsibility and levels of decision making. Students from a variety of health and social care backgrounds come to us to build on their theoretical and practical abilities. On our MSc course, you’ll have the opportunity to get hands-on in our state-of-the-art Clinical Simulation Suites and learn the core curriculum of a programme proudly supported by Health Education NW and employing NHS Trusts. Covering content such as disease awareness, patient examination and diagnostics, leadership and innovation, this work-based programme aims to help you develop your clinical skills and leadership abilities to become a flexible practitioner able to respond to the challenges of your role and your developing service. As well as gaining skills in practice, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your knowledge and awareness with the relevant theory taught through blended direct and online learning approaches.

Modules

Advanced Clinical Practice in Primary Care (20 Credits) - Core

This module provides an advanced understanding of the clinical management for Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs) working within Primary Care. It will develop your knowledge and understanding of a range of acute and chronic conditions, exploring presentations and clinical management across all ages. An overview of common conditions and clinical activities for ACPs in primary care will reflect the Core Capabilities Framework for ACPs in Primary Care (HEE, 2020). This module will develop understanding of referral pathways/processes, national policies/guidelines, clinical targets, quality frameworks, and the role of ACPs in primary care. The module will develop your understanding of communication/consultation skills, including alternative consultation styles and digital technology. Emergency presentations and management of chronic conditions will be included, with an overview of other conditions and areas of practice in primary care, including key issues in paediatrics, mental health and older people.

Biological Basis of Diseases (20 Credits) - Core

Clinical Examination Skills (20 Credits) - Core

Delivering Leadership and Quality Improvements in Practice (40 Credits) - Core

Diagnostics and Therapeutics (20 Credits) - Core

End Point Assessment of Clinical Practice (20 Credits) - Core

Portfolio of Clinical Practice 1 - Core

Portfolio of Clinical Practice 2 - Core

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Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£4,050

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Course fees for EU and international students

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£0

Entry requirements

Please note that this course is only available to Home students. You are normally expected to have successfully completed an honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject and have appropriate work experience. You should also have an appropriate professional qualification/registration relevant to your area of practice (for example, as an allied health professional, healthcare scientist, nurse, pharmacist, or public health professional). Any professional registration must be current. You must have at least four years of clinical experience since qualifying. You must demonstrate current relevant employment and employer support for your studies. Your employer must be willing to enter a tri-partite agreement.

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