Dip (PD) Specialist Practice - Palliative & End of Life Care
Academic Year 2017/18
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Programme Title |
Dip (PD) Specialist Practice - Palliative & End of Life Care |
Final Award |
Postgraduate Diploma |
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Programme Code |
SPR-PD-SC |
UCAS Code |
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JACS Code |
B701 (DESCR) 100 |
Criteria for Admissions For current general University entry requirements for this pathway go to http://www.qub.ac.uk/ado |
ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
Health Check Required |
Yes |
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Portfolio Required |
Interview Required |
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Mode of Study |
Part Time |
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Type of Programme |
Postgraduate |
Length of Programme |
2 Academic Year(s) |
Total Credits for Programme |
120 |
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Exit Awards available |
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INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Awarding Institution/Body |
Queen's University Belfast |
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Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
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School/Department |
Nursing & Midwifery |
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Framework for Higher Education Qualification Level |
Level 7 |
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QAA Benchmark Group |
Nursing (2009) |
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Accreditations (PSRB) |
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Nursing and Midwifery Council |
Date of most recent Accreditation Visit 27-05-15 |
REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations No |
Programme Specific Regulations Professional Competence & Ensuring Balance between Theory & Practice |
Students with protected characteristics This programme includes practical and clinical elements where patient safety must be the primary consideration. |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) Yes |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
To enable students to develop the specialist knowledge, skills and attributes necessary to meet the NMC (UKCC 2001) Standards for Specialist Education and Practice.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Identify and critically assess and manage critical clinical events and episodes ensuring safe and effective care. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online learning, lectures, independent study, directed reading and seminar presentations. Methods of Assessment Cognitive / intellectual skills are assessed throughout the programme, including simulation, OSCE’s, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which includes detailed questioning) in accordance with University guidelines for Level 7 assessment. |
Provide a range of psychosocial and emotional intentions (including counselling, motivational interviewing and supportive conversations) for psychosocial and emotional support for individuals and their carers. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Cognitive / intellectual skills are assessed throughout the programme, including simulation, OSCE’s, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which includes detailed questioning) in accordance with University guidelines for Level 7 assessment. Methods of Assessment Cognitive / intellectual skills are assessed throughout the programme, including simulation, OSCE’s, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which includes detailed questioning) in accordance with University guidelines for Level 7 assessment. |
Promote and improve health and prevent disease in individuals and groups. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online learning, lectures, independent study, directed reading and seminar presentations. Methods of Assessment Cognitive / intellectual skills are assessed throughout the programme, including simulation, OSCE’s, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which includes detailed questioning) in accordance with University guidelines for Level 7 assessment. |
Identify and critically articulate those ethical and legal issues which have implications for nursing practice. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online learning, lectures, independent study, directed reading and seminar presentations. Methods of Assessment Cognitive / intellectual skills are assessed throughout the programme, including simulation, OSCE’s, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which include detailed questioning) in accordance with University guidelines for Level 7 assessment. |
Critically advise on educational opportunities and other initiatives that underpin the development and support of specialist knowledge and skills in others. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online learning, lectures, independent study, directed reading and seminar presentations. Methods of Assessment Cognitive / intellectual skills are assessed throughout the programme, including simulation, OSCE’s, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which include detailed questioning) in accordance with University guidelines for Level 7 assessment. |
Contribute to and shape an environment in which clinical practice development is fostered, evaluated and disseminated. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online learning, lectures, independent study, directed reading and seminar presentations. Methods of Assessment Cognitive / intellectual skills are assessed throughout the programme, including simulation, OSCE’s, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which include detailed questioning) in accordance with University guidelines for Level 7 assessment. |
Critically discern, apply and disseminate research findings in nursing practice. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online learning, lectures, independent study, directed reading and seminar presentations. Methods of Assessment Cognitive / intellectual skills are assessed throughout the programme, including simulation, OSCE’s, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which include detailed questioning) in accordance with University guidelines for Level 7 assessment. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate initiative, personal responsibility and leadership in clinical practice. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources and submissions, simulations, OSCEs, lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment Simulation, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which includes detailed questioning). |
Demonstrate the use of advanced communication in clinical practice. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources and submissions, simulations, OSCE’s lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment Simulation, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which includes detailed questioning). |
Exercise decision making skills. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources and submissions, simulations, OSCE’s lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment Simulation, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which includes detailed questioning). |
Competently demonstrate risk management. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources and submissions, simulations, OSCE’s lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment Simulation, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which includes detailed questioning). |
Effectively manage time and efficient use of physical and technological resources. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources and submissions, simulations, OSCE’s lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment Simulation, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which includes detailed questioning). |
Develop personal learning and performance. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources and submissions, simulations, OSCE’s lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment Simulation, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which includes detailed questioning). |
Problem solve in complex situations. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources and submissions, simulations, OSCE’s lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment Simulation, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which includes detailed questioning). |
Work collaboratively with all disciplines and agencies. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources and submissions, simulations, OSCE’s lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment Simulation, examinations, written course work and assessed seminars (which includes detailed questioning). |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Autonomously assess the holistic needs of patients and their families/carers and integrate this into a programme of appropriate treatment and care that is acceptable to the patient. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Approaches such as online modules, blended learning sessions, lectures, tutorials, seminars, self-directed learning, reading from peer reviewed journals and texts. Methods of Assessment Knowledge and understanding is predominantly assessed through written examinations, simulation, OSCE’s, assignments and seminar presentations. |
Work autonomously within a multi-disciplinary/ multi-agency, interprofessional and transdisciplinary context. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Approaches such as online modules, blended learning sessions, lectures, tutorials, seminars, self-directed learning, reading from peer reviewed journals and texts. Methods of Assessment Knowledge and understanding is predominantly assessed through written examinations, simulation, OSCE’s, assignments and seminar presentations. |
Offer clinical leadership and contribute to the design, implementation and monitoring of quality standards of care. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Approaches such as online modules, blended learning sessions, lectures, tutorials, seminars, self-directed learning, reading from peer reviewed journals and texts. Methods of Assessment Knowledge and understanding is predominantly assessed through written examinations, simulation, OSCE’s, assignments and seminar presentations. |
Contribute to the design and delivery of multi-disciplinary teaching and assessment initiatives and processes. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Approaches such as online modules, blended learning sessions, lectures, tutorials, seminars, self-directed learning, reading from peer reviewed journals and texts. Methods of Assessment Knowledge and understanding is predominantly assessed through written examinations, simulation, OSCE’s, assignments and seminar presentations. |
Contribute to the design, delivery and evaluation of quality improvement initiatives and audit. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Approaches such as online modules, blended learning sessions, lectures, tutorials, seminars, self-directed learning, reading from peer reviewed journals and texts. Methods of Assessment Knowledge and understanding is predominantly assessed through written examinations, simulation, OSCE’s, assignments and seminar presentations. |
Highlight, disseminate and integrate recommendations from published reports into practice. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Approaches such as online modules, blended learning sessions, lectures, tutorials, seminars, self-directed learning, reading from peer reviewed journals and texts. Methods of Assessment Knowledge and understanding is predominantly assessed through written examinations, simulation, OSCE’s, assignments and seminar presentations. |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Contribute to the design of, and critically review, implement and evaluate standards of nursing care. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Outcomes are achieved through clinical placement and supported practice alongside online learning, lectures, discussions and simulation, discussion groups and critical reading. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed through examinations, simulations, OSCE’s, seminar, clinically focused assignments and the completion of a clinical practice portfolio. |
Plan, provide and evaluate specialist clinical nursing care across a continuum of care provision in order to meet the health needs of individuals, carers and the wider community. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Outcomes are achieved through clinical placement and supported practice alongside online learning, lectures, discussions and simulation, discussion groups and critical reading. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed through examinations, simulations, OSCE’s, seminar, clinically focused assignments and the completion of a clinical practice portfolio. |
Support and empower patients and clients, their families and other carers to influence and participate in decisions concerning their care. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Outcomes are achieved through clinical placement and supported practice alongside online learning, lectures, discussions and simulation, discussion groups and critical reading. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed through examinations, simulations, OSCE’s, seminar, clinically focused assignments and the completion of a clinical practice portfolio. |
Assess and meet the health needs of patients, clients and carers, critically evaluating the process and delivery of outcomes. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Outcomes are achieved through clinical placement and supported practice alongside online learning, lectures, discussions and simulation, discussion groups and critical reading. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed through examinations, simulations, OSCE’s, seminar, clinically focused assignments and the completion of a clinical practice portfolio. |
Contribute to the identification and negotiation of learning outcomes for students and help meet these through preceptorship, mentorship, counselling, clinical supervision and creation of an environment conducive to learning. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Outcomes are achieved through clinical placement and supported practice alongside online learning, lectures, discussions and simulation, discussion groups and critical reading. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed through examinations, simulations, OSCE’s, seminar, clinically focused assignments and the completion of a clinical practice portfolio. |
Initiate, contribute to, promote and evaluate innovation and practice developments which contribute to the quality improvement. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Outcomes are achieved through clinical placement and supported practice alongside online learning, lectures, discussions and simulation, discussion groups and critical reading. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed through examinations, simulations, OSCE’s, seminar, clinically focused assignments and the completion of a clinical practice portfolio. |
MODULE INFORMATION
Programme Requirements
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability |
Duration |
Pre-requisite |
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Assessment |
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S1 |
S2 |
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Core |
Option |
Coursework % |
Practical % |
Examination % |
Applied Research Methods and Statistics in Healthcare |
NUR7002 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
70% |
0% |
30% |
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Leading and Facilitating |
SPR7041 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Biomedical Aspects of Cancer Nursing |
SPR7042 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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The Basis of Therapeutic Practice |
SPR7043 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
80% |
20% |
0% |
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Dimensions of Practice |
SPR7044 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Practice Competency Profile |
SPR3000 |
7 |
0 |
YES |
YES |
24 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Assessment and Advanced Communication |
SPR7067 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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NotesThe Specialist Practice programme has a modular design. It follows a two semester academic year and is offered as part-time study over two years. The programme must be completed within 5 years. Fifty per cent of the programme will be theoretical; students must undertake all required core and field modules worth 120 CATS over a two year period and modules will be published on a yearly basis depending on the requirements of students registered. And fifty per cent of the programme will be practice based. This will normally be undertaken within the student's place of work. Additional practice placements may be necessary. |