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Postgraduate Diploma
Alcuin College
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
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Postgraduate Diploma
Alcuin College
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
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This course will enable you to develop competency in advanced clinical practice while working in your existing healthcare setting.
Through the integration of research and theory with practice, you’ll build your knowledge and skills so you can safely assess, diagnose and treat or refer patients presenting with undifferentiated problems. This will include the prescription or administration of medication according to the rules governing your particular profession.
You'll gain professional skills including risk management, resilience and leadership in order to progress your journey towards advanced practice.
On graduation, you’ll be a critically reflective practitioner, able to make informed judgements based on sound analysis, often within unpredictable circumstances. You will be ready to take your place in a range of healthcare settings.
Careers and skills
The demand for qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs) is growing, and on completion of this course you will be able to apply for and work as an ACP.
Undergraduate degree: You should hold an undergraduate degree (exception may be given if you have evidence of recent successfully completed modules at level six). Additional requirements: This course is open to healthcare professionals who have current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, the Health Care Professions Council, or the General Pharmaceutical Council and have at least two years relevant clinical experience.
Students living in
Domestic
£3,975 per year
Students from Domestic
The mentioned fee is 2024/25 entry, there may be slight increase in 2025/26 entry. This is the year 1 fee. Fees for future years are subject to confirmation.
£8,970 per year
Students from EU
The mentioned fee is 2024/25 entry, there may be slight increase in 2025/26 entry. This is the year 1 fee. Fees for future years are subject to confirmation.
£8,970 per year
Students from International
The mentioned fee is 2024/25 entry, there may be slight increase in 2025/26 entry. This is the year 1 fee. Fees for future years are subject to confirmation.