PgDip Specialist Practice - Dermatology Nursing
Academic Year 2018/19
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Programme Title |
PgDip Specialist Practice - Dermatology Nursing |
Final Award |
Postgraduate Diploma |
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Programme Code |
SPR-PD-ND |
UCAS Code |
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HECoS Code |
100290 |
ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
Health Check Required |
No |
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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 (2001) |
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Accreditations (PSRB) |
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Nursing and Midwifery Council |
Date of most recent Accreditation Visit 08-05-14 |
REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations N/A |
Programme Specific Regulations Programme Specific Regulations |
Students with protected characteristics patient safety must be the primary consideration. |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) Yes |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
patient safety must be the primary consideration.
Applications will be considered on an individual basis and in conjunction with professional guidelines, Occupational Health and Disability Services.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Identify, critically assess, manage clinical events and episodes ensuring safe and effective care. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online learning, lectures, independent study, directed reading and seminar presentations. Skills using higher levels of judgment and synthesis demonstrated by online forums, learning, group learning activities, problem-based exercises, tutorials 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). |
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 Dermatology patients, their families/carers, 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 reports, peer reviewed journals and texts. Methods of Assessment Knowledge and understanding is predominantly assessed through written examinations, case studies, 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, critically review, implement and evaluate standards of Dermatology nursing care. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Outcomes are achieved through clinical placement and supported practice alongside online learning, lectures, simulation, discussion groups and critical reading. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed through examinations, simulations, OSCE’s, seminars, clinically focused assignments and completion of a clinical practice portfolio |
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, simulation training, lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment OSCE’s, Case studies, Literature review, Group Presentations. |
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Provide a range of psychosocial and emotional interventions (including counselling, motivational interviewing and supportive conversations) for individuals with skin conditions and their carers. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online learning, lectures, independent study, directed reading and seminar presentations. Skills using higher levels of judgment and synthesis demonstrated by online forums, learning, group learning activities, problem-based exercises, tutorials 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). |
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. Skills using higher levels of judgment and synthesis demonstrated by online forums, learning, group learning activities, problem-based exercises, tutorials 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). |
Identify and critically articulate those ethical and legal issues which have implications for nursing practice. Critically advise on educational opportunities, 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. Skills using higher levels of judgment and synthesis demonstrated by online forums, learning, group learning activities, problem-based exercises, tutorials 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). |
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. Skills using higher levels of judgment and synthesis demonstrated by online forums, learning, group learning activities, problem-based exercises, tutorials 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). |
Critically discern, apply and disseminate research findings in Dermatology nursing practice. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online learning, lectures, independent study, directed reading and seminar presentations. Skills using higher levels of judgment and synthesis demonstrated by online forums, learning, group learning activities, problem-based exercises, tutorials 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). |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Work autonomously within a multi-disciplinary/ multi-agency context |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Approaches such as online modules, blended learning sessions, lectures, tutorials, seminars, self-directed learning, reading from reports, peer reviewed journals and texts. Methods of Assessment Knowledge and understanding is predominantly assessed through written examinations, case studies, simulation, OSCE’s, assignments and seminar presentations |
Offer clinical leadership, contribute to the design, implementation and monitoring of quality standards of Dermatology care |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Approaches such as online modules, blended learning sessions, lectures, tutorials, seminars, self-directed learning, reading from reports, peer reviewed journals and texts. Methods of Assessment Knowledge and understanding is predominantly assessed through written examinations, case studies, simulation, OSCE’s, assignments and seminar presentations |
Contribute to the design, delivery of multi-disciplinary teaching and assessment initiatives |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Approaches such as online modules, blended learning sessions, lectures, tutorials, seminars, self-directed learning, reading from reports, peer reviewed journals and texts. Methods of Assessment Knowledge and understanding is predominantly assessed through written examinations, case studies, simulation, OSCE’s, assignments and seminar presentations |
Contribute to the design, delivery and evaluation of quality improvement initiatives and audit in Dermatology care . |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Approaches such as online modules, blended learning sessions, lectures, tutorials, seminars, self-directed learning, reading from reports, peer reviewed journals and texts. Methods of Assessment Knowledge and understanding is predominantly assessed through written examinations, case studies, 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 reports, peer reviewed journals and texts. Methods of Assessment Knowledge and understanding is predominantly assessed through written examinations, case studies, 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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Plan, provide and evaluate specialist clinical nursing care across a continuum of care provision in order to meet the Dermatology 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, simulation, discussion groups and critical reading. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed through examinations, simulations, OSCE’s, seminars, clinically focused assignments and completion of a clinical practice portfolio |
Support, 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, simulation, discussion groups and critical reading. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed through examinations, simulations, OSCE’s, seminars, clinically focused assignments and completion of a clinical practice portfolio |
Assess, 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, simulation, discussion groups and critical reading. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed through examinations, simulations, OSCE’s, seminars, clinically focused assignments and completion of a clinical practice portfolio |
Contribute to the identification, 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, simulation, discussion groups and critical reading. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed through examinations, simulations, OSCE’s, seminars, clinically focused assignments and completion of a clinical practice portfolio |
Initiate, contribute to, promote, evaluate innovation and practice developments which contribute to Dermatology nursing quality improvement. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Outcomes are achieved through clinical placement and supported practice alongside online learning, lectures, simulation, discussion groups and critical reading. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed through examinations, simulations, OSCE’s, seminars, clinically focused assignments and completion of a clinical practice portfolio |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate the use of advanced communication in clinical practice |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources, simulation training, lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment OSCE’s, Case studies, Literature review, Group Presentations. |
Exercise decision making skills |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources, simulation training, lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment OSCE’s, Case studies, Literature review, Group Presentations. |
Competently demonstrate Dermatology nursing risk management strategies |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources, simulation training, lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment OSCE’s, Case studies, Literature review, Group Presentations. |
Effectively manage time, efficient use of physical and technological resources |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources, simulation training, lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment OSCE’s, Case studies, Literature review, Group Presentations. |
Develop personal learning and performance |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources, simulation training, lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment OSCE’s, Case studies, Literature review, Group Presentations. |
Problem solve in complex Dermatology nursing situations |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources, simulation training, lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment OSCE’s, Case studies, Literature review, Group Presentations. |
Work collaboratively with all disciplines, and agencies |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources, simulation training, lectures, tutorials, seminars and work based learning. Methods of Assessment OSCE’s, Case studies, Literature review, Group Presentations. |
MODULE INFORMATION
Programme Requirements
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability | Duration |
Pre-requisite |
Assessment | |||||
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S1 |
S2 |
Core |
Option |
Coursework % |
Practical % |
Examination % |
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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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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 |
80% |
20% |
0% |
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The Skin and Associated Disease Processes |
SPR7071 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
80% |
20% |
0% |
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Skin Disorders: Treatment , Care and Management |
SPR7072 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
0% |
0% |
100% |
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Management of patients with pre-cancerous and skin cancer lesions |
SPR7073 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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NotesProgramme Requirements |