Postgraduate Certificate First Contact Musculoskeletal Practice
University of Essex
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Postgraduate Certificate

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University of Essex

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Part Time

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Start date

OCT-26

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Duration

2 Years

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Qualification

Postgraduate Certificate

Location

University of Essex

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Part Time

Start date

OCT-26

Duration

2 Years

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Course info

Our Postgraduate Certificate First Contact Musculoskeletal Practice course enables experienced musculoskeletal clinicians to gain academic recognition for their First Contact Practitioner training. The content of this course has been aligned with guidance from all national and professional groups involved in the development and delivery of this role.

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73/279
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58th
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29th

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Entry requirements

Applicants should have a relevant first degree OR a relevant professional experience or qualifications that demonstrates ability to study at Level 7.

Uni info

University of Essex
Wivenhoe Park Colchester Essex CO4 3SQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hythe   0.6 miles away

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