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Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Online Campus
Part Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Online Campus
Part Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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Course summaryBecome more autonomous in your role with a Postgraduate Certificate in Neurophysiology at Aston University. You’ll develop the ability to evaluate and improve services for patients whilst gaining a Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists accredited qualification.Course outline and modulesThe course is accredited by the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS), and in combination with The Association of Neurophysiological Scientists (ANS) professional exams, is a route to registration. (Any professional exams would be arranged by and undertaken in your local department, not through Aston University).The content of all modules is available by distance / blended learning, allowing you flexibility in how you study.All teaching and learning materials are hosted on Blackboard – a virtual teaching environment - as you will be taught via a blended learning approach combining individual and directed learning with scheduled seminars and workshops to complement your learning. You will be provided with a clear plan per study module with assessments aligned to the module learning outcomes.Your future career prospectsThe Neurophysiology PgCert programme is designed for individuals already in professional practice seeking to advance their skills to enhance the diagnosis and treatment of patients and gain a deeper understanding of their clinical neurophysiology practice area or develop knowledge in new areas.Demands for assessment and treatment services are set to rise substantially over the coming years. As a graduate of this course, you will be well-placed to develop careers in hospitals, community-based practice, and related research areas. Previous graduates have become advanced practitioners or service section leaders.The programme is designed to meet the NHS's requirements and builds on Aston's established links and extensive experience in health education.
Candidates should be employed in clinical neurophysiology departments or related services
A first or upper-second-class honours degree in a life sciences-based subject (UK) or international equivalent.
UK applications are welcome from in-service neurophysiology staff who do not meet the academic requirements. Candidates should have a minimum of six months of service within a Neurophysiology department before starting the programme with exposure to the investigations within the selected module. Applicants will need a recommendation or supporting letter from their head of department.
Students living in
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£4,200 per year
Students from Domestic
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£7,200 per year
Students from EU
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£7,200 per year
Students from International
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