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Postgraduate Certificate
University of Birmingham
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
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Postgraduate Certificate
University of Birmingham
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
Postgraduate Certificate
University of Birmingham
Part Time
SEP-25
2 Years
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Course overview
Simulation is becoming increasingly prevalent as a tool for teaching and learning in healthcare because it provides a safe environment in which you can develop clinical skills and non-technical skills via guided debriefing.
Course structure
This course will run over 12 months in a full-time-mode. There's also scope to undertake the programme on a part-time basis. While the exact content may change, heres what you can expect to study each term.
Course highlights
Simulation training is gaining popularity, and our course provides you with the skills to successfully enter this growing field. Designed for healthcare professionals, the course prepares you to apply your knowledge and skills in the workplace by designing, developing, and facilitating effective simulation training and education.
Develop your understanding of the principles of adult learning.
Explore the evolution and importance of human factors in healthcare practice.
Gain the debriefing skills required to aid learners subsequent reflection and development.
Career opportunities
This programme offers you the opportunity to develop practical skills, techniques and capabilities in simulation-based education in a high fidelity simulation environment. Graduates go on to teach in a variety of healthcare settings.
You should have or expect to obtain a relevant first degree or an equivalent professional qualification is required, ideally in healthcare and allied specialties (including simulation technicians).
Students living in
Domestic
£4,133 per year
Students from Domestic
£4,133 including £3,633 course fee + £500 bench fee.
£10,963 per year
Students from EU
£10,963 including £10,463 course fee + £500 bench fee.
£10,963 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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