Stand Alone Module | Nursing
Therapeutic Interventions: Communicating with People who have Dementia
LEVEL OF STUDY : 3/6 - degree level
This module focuses on modules and theories of dementia; attitudes to dementia; therapeutic interventions in caring for persons with dementia in different care settings; multi-dimensional assessment; care / case management; therapeutic interventions for the family; community care issues in dementia care; health education / health promotion and the role of the gerontological nurse in the care of people with dementia.
NOT RUNNING IN ACADEMIC YEAR 2023/24
| Duration | 1 semester |
| Delivery | Blended |
| Start date | To be confirmed |
Stand Alone modules give the applicant an opportunity to:
- Return to study
- Update in a new field of practice
- Further develop knowledge and skills in the current area of practice
On successful completion of the module the participant will be awarded CATs points, which may count towards another award. Students may access a number of Stand Alone modules offered within a variety of nursing programmes. The modules may stipulate that participants must be working in a relevant clinical environment.
Please note that courses are subject to a minimum registration, so it may not be possible to run all courses each year.
Entry Requirements
Candidates must normally hold a professional qualification. Note: some modules require a specific professional qualification. See Selection Criteria for full requirements.
The Programme
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Outcomes
This stand alone module is worth 20 CATs points. Where a clinical skills component is included, there may be a requirement for support and supervision of an experienced practitioner within the student’s clinical area.
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Selection Criteria
Applicants must hold at least a Diploma in Higher Education or 120 CAT points at level 2 (diploma level) for entry to Level 3 (degree level) study. Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements should contact the School for advice.
International Trained Nurses/Midwives: If you hold an international qualification you will need to provide a UK ENIC Statement of Comparability. This should be obtained prior to submitting your application. You can apply for a statement through the ENIC website: Statement of Comparability (enic.org.uk)
Students accessing this stand alone module must work in the relevant clinical area.
Please note that these courses are not open to international applicants living outside the UK/ROI.
How to apply
We will advertise in June 2024 for September 2024 entry.
For any queries, please email cpadsnam@qub.ac.uk