20 credit level 6 or level 7 module
This module is not running in the 2024/25 academic year. It is under review; please check back in May 2025 for updated module details and timetable information.
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.
The 20 credit Critical Care in Practice module is built around the 'National Competency Framework for Adult Critical Care Nurses' (Steps 2 and 3) and is therefore designed to relate practically to a nurse's role in Intensive Care.
On successful completion of the level 6 (UZWR1E-20-3) or level 7 (UZWR1F-20-M) module, you will be able to:
You must be a registered healthcare practitioner working in an Intensive Care (ICU) facility, or equivalent (ie. level 2 or 3 critical care dependency).
You must also have a minimum of six months ICU (or equivalent) experience and currently working in ICU (or equivalent).
The level 6 module can contribute towards:
The level 7 module can contribute towards:
The module syllabus typically includes:
Assessment, management and delivery of care for the following critical care patients (dependency level 2 or 3) in line with the National Competency Framework for Adult Critical Care Nurses (2012) Steps 2 and 3.
Evidence based practice
Organisational / political influences on care
The module is delivered through five on-campus days (consisting of 50% simulation). In addition, learning is provided by a blended format of:
A total of 40 hours in the form of webinars, simulation, and activities. Additional time is required for self-directed learning using provided online material, as well as peer review activities in the workplace.
Assessment for this module comprises:
You will be expected to have a named designated mentor in your place of work before starting this module.
Formative assessment should be continuous with regular meetings to discuss progress in relation to learning outcomes within the competency document and adjust learning contracts accordingly
There will be face-to-face days at the Glenside Campus Skills Simulation suite.
The College of Health, Science and Society has an excellent reputation for the quality of its teaching and the facilities it provides.
Take a personalised virtual tour of the Health Professions facilities and experience what a typical day could look like here for you.
Please visit full fee information to see the price brackets for our modules.
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.
Please click on the Apply Now button to view dates.
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.