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Theory and Practice of Axial Reporting
Course
Online
Description
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Type
Course
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Level
Intermediate
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Methodology
Online
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Duration
Flexible
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
This is the theory and practice module required to complete a Post Graduate Certificate in Axial Reporting, enabling you to undertake a clinical role as an independent reporter of radiological images. You may also undertake this module to increase your scope of practice if you are already practicing as a Reporting Radiographer.
About this course
On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
Correlate clinical manifestations to radiological appearances and pathophysiological processes of the axial skeleton
Apply diagnostic reasoning and interpretation of radiological appearances to produce accurate clinical reports of the axial skeleton
Engage in reflective practice and address personal knowledge gaps
Critically evaluate the current state of knowledge and evidence base for radiographic imaging protocols in practice
This course is for Health Professionals who wish to produce formal reports on radiographic images of the axial skeleton. You will have a minimum of 2 years' postgraduate experience and have regular access to radiographic images and radiology support.
Normally, applicants must:
Hold a science or health related degree at 2:1 or above
Have English language skills equivalent to IELTS level 7
Have 2 years post-registration experience
Hold current registration with the HCPC or NMC
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Subjects
- Reflective
- Learning
- Anatomy
- Demonstrating
- Identify
- Comprehensive
- Pathophysiological
- Processes
- ADDRESS
- Alongside
- Investigate
- Problem
Course programme
This module provides a structured approach to learning about the anatomy, physiology and pathophysiological processes that affect the axial skeleton. You will engage with self audit, reflective practice and address any knowledge gaps that you and/or your peers identify, in order to build a comprehensive portfolio demonstrating your ability to produced radiographic reports is a structured, concise and accurate manner.
The majority of the study you will undertake will be in the workplace. You will complete a portfolio which will include a log book and evidence of reflective practice.
This module will allow you to work alongside your peers to investigate and address and gaps in your knowledge as a group. The result of this problem-based learning approach will contribute to your portfolio and help develop your skills to continue to pursue further self directed learning upon completion of the programme.
The advanced practice framework has been considered, successful completion of the module content and assessment methods will help underpin your application for advanced practice status.
Additional information
Theory and Practice of Axial Reporting
