20 credit level 6 or level 7 module
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 Essentials of Renal Care module aims to provide you with an opportunity to apply knowledge, understanding and clinical skills in renal care to demonstrate attainment of theoretical concepts in the implementation of holistic evidence-based care delivery of patients within the renal care environment.
In addition, you will have the opportunity to explore haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, transplantation and service improvement strategies.
On successful completion of this level 6 (UZWRVT-20-3) or level 7 (UZWRVU-20-M) module, you will be able to:
You must be a registered practitioner who delivers healthcare service to people with renal care needs.
The level 6 module can contribute towards:
The level 7 module can contribute towards:
The module syllabus typically includes the following:
Day 1. Introduction to the module and literature searching skills
Day 2. Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease
Day 3. Renal Replacement Therapy: Haemodialysis
Day 4. Renal Replacement Therapy: Peritoneal Dialysis
Day 5. Renal Replacement Therapy: Transplantation
Scheduled learning includes lectures, seminars, tutorials, reflection on practice and work based learning, practical classes and workshops.
Independent learning includes hours engaged with essential reading especially activities online, case study preparation and presentation, assignment preparation and completion.
The actual contact time is 48 hours and this is complemented by self-directive learning and online learning resources.
At level 6 (BSc level), you are expected to critically analyse, evaluate and synthesise the delivery of service in this case study. This should include some appreciation of how evidence based practice influence the delivery of renal service.
At level 7 (Masters level), you are expected to critically evaluate, synthesise and provide independent perspectives regarding the delivery of service in this case study. This should include a critical exploration of literature and debate the wider socio-political implications of renal service delivery.
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