Cardiorespiratory Nursing
Postgraduate
In London
Description
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Type
Postgraduate
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Location
London
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Start date
Different dates available
The role and contribution of healthcare professionals is adapting to the changing healthcare needs associated with the current increase in life expectancy and accompanying increase in chronic disease.The purpose of this programme is to allow you the opportunity to explore these changes, and to develop skills in clinical practice, research and leadership which will enable you to understand and contribute to the changing nature of the modern healthcare service.
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About this course
The role and contribution of healthcare professionals is adapting to the changing healthcare needs associated with the current increase in life expectancy and accompanying increase in chronic disease. The purpose of this programme is to allow you the opportunity to explore these changes, and to develop skills in clinical practice, research and leadership which will enable you to understand and contribute to the changing nature of the modern healthcare service. The course is aimed at nurses working in primary, secondary or tertiary care or working in education or research roles. It is taught through lectures, tutorials, seminars, practical work and supported distance learning, enabling students to manage their academic study alongside other commitments.
All applicants must apply online. You can usually apply for up to two courses, although your second choice will only be considered if your first-choice application is unsuccessful. Most courses don't have a formal closing date, but popular courses close when they are full, so you should apply early to avoid disappointment. There may also be funding deadlines that apply to you. You will need to upload documents with your applications, which may include transcripts and degree...
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Subjects
- IT
- Healthcare
Course programme
Modules will be assessed by a combination of written work and also in the written paper examinations at the end of each year.
The dissertation and viva are undertaken in the second year.
ContentSubjects covered include:
- cardiac and/or respiratory specialist practice
- clinical examination and history taking
- advanced life support
- smoking cessation
- lung failure
- applied healthcare research (both qualitative and quantitative)
- evidence-based health care
- heart failure
- policy and practice
Modules shown are for the current academic year, and are subject to change depending on your year of entry.
Cardiorespiratory Nursing