20 credit level 6 or level 7 module
Due to the places required from our partnership organisations outweighing the actual places available on this module, it will not be opened up to general applications until six weeks before the start date. Please contact your employer to see if you are eligible to apply; they will supply you with the relevant links to undertake this process.
Page last updated 30 September 2024
You may be able to study these modules at Level 6 (BSc level) or Level 7 (Masters level) depending on your academic circumstances. Please contact the CPD Team or the Module Leader for advice if you are unsure which level would be best for you.
This 20 credit module, Communication Skills in Supportive and End of Life Care, available at level 6 (UZTR3X-20-3) or level 7 (UZTR7R-20-M), aims to develop your knowledge, skills and attitude necessary to communicate sensitively, effectively and in a purposeful manner with individuals and those close to them in the context of supportive and end of life care.
On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:
You must have evidence of learning at level 5 or equivalent.
The level 6 (undergraduate level) module can contribute towards:
The level 7 (Masters level) module can contribute towards:
The module syllabus typically covers:
A 1,500 word assignment based on a clinical incident relating to communication issues incorporating analysis and appraisal of relevant theories and concepts.
Formative feedback will be given by facilitators throughout the module and there will be opportunity for peer led discussion of assignment planning. A dedicated assignment support session is included in the module timetable.
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Please note: Priority will be given to applications received through our funded educational contracts. Places on this module will be limited for applications received outside of this funding. Please check with your employer as a funded contract place may still be available to support your learning.
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Please click on the Apply Now button to apply for your CPD module, which you can take as a stand-alone course or as part of an undergraduate or postgraduate (Masters level) programme.
Please note: Priority will be given to applications received through our funded educational contracts. Places on this module will be limited for applications received outside of this funding. Please check with your employer as a funded contract place may still be available to support your learning.
If the course you are applying for is fully online or blended learning, please note that you are expected to provide your own headsets/microphones.