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Postgraduate Certificate
University of Dundee
Part Time
JAN
12 months
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Postgraduate Certificate
Fife Campus (Kirkcaldy)
Part Time
JAN
12 months
Postgraduate Certificate
University of Dundee
Part Time
JAN
12 months
Postgraduate Certificate
University of Dundee
Online
JAN
12 months
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Developed in collaboration with expert clinical practitioners, this course is suitable for registered nurses, health and social care professionals working in or towards an advanced practice role. The course has been designed to comply with the Scottish Government requirements for advanced practitioners.
You will be supported to develop the skills to practice autonomously. You'll be able to assess, diagnose, and manage undiagnosed, undifferentiated, and complex clinical presentations, in an evidence based, safe, effective and person-centred way. You will develop the knowledge and skills required for advanced practice by undertaking a range of modules based on the four areas of Advanced Practice:
You should be employed as an advanced practitioner or have a trainee advanced practitioner role in a relevant clinical environment with access to appropriate clinical support and supervision in order to gain the requisite knowledge and skills required for an advanced practitioner. We will ask you to demonstrate this support when you apply by providing a signed mentor and manager form.
Careers
On completion of this course you will have developed the knowledge and skills to enable you to develop as a leader in a changing healthcare landscape. This unique course also facilitates the development of graduate, lifelong learning skills (such as critical reflection, critical thinking, problem-solving and the use of evidence-based practice) to enhance your professional and academic skills. This will maximise the opportunities for your career development and progression to Advanced Practitioner.
A UK Ordinary (non-honours) degree
Students living in
Domestic
£2,940 per year
Students from Domestic
£1,470 per 30 credits for Sep 2024 and Jan 2025 entry.
£2,940 per year
Students from Other UK
£1,470 per 30 credits for Sep 2024 and Jan 2025 entry.
£7,020 per year
Students from EU
£3,510 per 30 credits for Sep 2024 and Jan 2025 entry.
£7,020 per year
Students from International
£3,510 per 30 credits for Sep 2024 and Jan 2025 entry.
Health Sciences University (formerly AECC University College)