Professional/Short course Principles of Critical Care
20 credit level 6 or level 7 module
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.
About
This 20 credit module, Principles of Critical Care, is aimed at the healthcare worker working in critical care wishing to gain theoretical knowledge to bridge the theory/practice gap.
This module will provide you with the opportunity to enhance your knowledge around key management of organ and systems failure of the body linked to critical care with a focus of key knowledge around pharmacology, wider aspects of critical care, and infection control.
On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:
At level 6 (UZWR1B-20-3)
- critically appraise knowledge and understanding of physiological and pathological processes within critical illness and be able to relate to evidence based management and care.
- demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of key management and therapy for critically ill patients, and apply to the needs of level 2 or 3 critical care patients.
- analyse and evaluate the effects of local and national, political, legal and economic decisions on critical care practice.
At level 7 (UZWR1C-20-M)
- critically appraise knowledge and understanding of physiological and pathological processes within critical illness and be able to relate to evidence based management and care.
- demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of key management and therapy for critically ill patients and ability to critically appraise when applying to the needs of level 2 or 3 critical care patients.
- critically analyse and evaluate the effects of local and national, political, legal and economic decisions on critical care practice.
Careers / Further study
This module can contribute towards the PGCert Health and Social Care, MSc Clinical Practice, and the Professional Development Awards. If you have any queries, please contact the Professional Development team (pd@uwe.ac.uk).
How to apply
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For further information
- Email: pd@uwe.ac.uk
- Telephone: +44 (0)117 32 81158
Structure
Content
The module syllabus typically includes:
Assessment, management and delivery of care for the following critical care patients (dependency level 2 or 3)
- Patients with respiratory dysfunction
- Patients with cardiovascular dysfunction
- Patients with gastrointestinal dysfunction
- Patients at risk of or in systemic inflammatory response syndrome/Multiple organ dysfunction syndrome
- Patients with neurological dysfunction
- Patients with renal/fluid balance dysfunction
- Patients with endocrine dysfunction
Evidence based practice
- Tools for searching and selecting evidence from a range of sources
Organisational/political influences on care
- Current initiatives which impact on practice
- Ethical frameworks within critical care
- Organisational changes and new ways of working
Learning and Teaching
A variety of approaches will be used which will include:
- technology enhanced learning
- workshops and masterclasses
- lectures and seminars
- enquiry based learning
- case based learning.
This module is delivered completely online using a variety of learning methods, combining online face-to-face days and self-directed learning based on supplied online material.
Study time
A total of 34 hours online face-to-face sessions in the form of webinars, lectures and online discussion activities. Self-directed learning using provided online material is in addition to these sessions.
Assessment
Assessment of this module comprises a two hour timed online exam.
You will be given opportunities to test your knowledge and understanding in several interactive quizzes and activities, with feedback throughout the module.
Prices and dates
Supplementary fee information
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Funding may be available to support your learning. Please contact your Trust Education Lead. If you work in the Private, Independent and Voluntary Sector, please contact your employer who will advise you.
Dates
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Features
Study facilities
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