Postgraduate Programme Specification
PgCert Professional Development in Primary Care
Academic Year 2022/23
A programme specification is required for any programme on which a student may be registered. All programmes of the University are subject to the University's Quality Assurance processes. All degrees are awarded by Queen's University Belfast.
| Programme Title | PgCert Professional Development in Primary Care | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Postgraduate Certificate | |||||||||||
| Programme Code | MED-PC-PR | UCAS Code | HECoS Code |
100246 - Health sciences - 100 |
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ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
Health Check Required |
No |
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Portfolio Required |
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Interview Required |
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| Mode of Study | Part Time | |||||||||||||
| Type of Programme | Postgraduate | Length of Programme |
Part Time - 10 Academic Years |
Total Credits for Programme | 60 | |||||||||
| Exit Awards available | No | |||||||||||||
Institute Information
Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
School/Department |
Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences |
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Quality Code Higher Education Credit Framework for England |
Level 7 |
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Subject Benchmark Statements The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies |
N/A |
Accreditations (PSRB) |
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No accreditations (PSRB) found. | |
Regulation Information
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Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations No |
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Programme Specific Regulations Candidates must have successfully completed 60 Credits from the range of modules/short courses approved for this award |
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Students with protected characteristics n/a |
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Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
Educational Aims Of Programme
This programme is designed to meet the continuing professional development needs of those staff working in primary care. There is an emphasis on providing a flexible, and accessible training.
On successful completion of the programme students should be able to:
• Demonstrate knowledge of skills, techniques and approaches required for leadership, coaching or the social model for health and well-being
• Apply these skills in the Primary Care setting.
• Show evidence of reflection on their experience and professional practice
• Demonstrate transferable skills acquired through the modules chosen and improve their own learning and experience
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Analyse, critically evaluate and synthesise different information from external and internal sources. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops and group activities. On-line workshops and work based activities Methods of Assessment Written Assignments |
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Reflect on their own professional experiences and practices in the light of current theory, research, and debate. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops and group activities. On-line workshops and work based activities Methods of Assessment Written Assignments |
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Engage in independent research and scholarship. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops and group activities. On-line workshops and work based activities Methods of Assessment Written Assignments |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate Independent learning ability required for continuing professional development |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops and group activities. On-line workshops and work based activities Methods of Assessment Written Assignments |
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Depending upon the modules selected, demonstrate knowledge and understanding of leading change within their area of practice and management |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops and group activities. On-line workshops and work based activities Methods of Assessment Written Assignment |
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Demonstrate competence in leading from a variety of different positions depending on contextual situations. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops and group activities. On-line workshops and work based activities Methods of Assessment Written Assignments |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Apply insights from the theories studied during the course in their everyday work situations. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops and group activities. On-line workshops and work based activities Methods of Assessment Written Assignments |
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Use qualitative and quantitative research methods to investigate the needs and practices of their organisations with the view to promoting growth and improvement |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops and group activities. On-line workshops and work based activities Methods of Assessment Written Assignments |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Manage time effectively |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops and group activities. On-line workshops and work based activities Methods of Assessment Formative and Written Assignments |
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Demonstrate Effective written and verbal communication skills |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops and group activities. On-line workshops and work based activities Methods of Assessment Formative and Written Assignments |
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Problem Solving |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Workshops and group activities. On-line workshops and work based activities Methods of Assessment Formative and Written Assignments |
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Information Literacy and Technology |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies On-Line Workshops Methods of Assessment Formative and Written Assignments |
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Improving own learning and performance |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops and group activities. On-line workshops and work based activities Methods of Assessment Formative and Written Assignments |
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Engagement with, and evaluation of, research, including action-oriented research in organisations to improve outcomes for all those involved. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops and group activities. On-line workshops and work based activities Methods of Assessment Formative and Written Assignments |
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Working with Others |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Workshops and Group activities Methods of Assessment Formative Activities |
Module Information
Stages and Modules
| Module Title | Module Code | Level/ stage | Credits | Availability |
Duration | Pre-requisite | Assessment |
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| S1 | S2 | Core | Option | Coursework % | Practical % | Examination % | ||||||
| Social Model for Health & Wellbeing in Primary & Community Care | SCM7057 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Coaching Skills for Leaders | SCM7055 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Strategic Management and Leadership in Primary Care | SCM7053 | 7 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
Notes
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