(Short Course) Clinical Assessment, Diagnostics and Reasoning in Advanced Practice (Part One)

What you will study

The course offers an in-depth examination of the four major systems: the cardiac, respiratory, abdominal, and neurological. It includes both theoretical and practical components of clinical examination, as well as diagnostic procedures relevant to each system. 

Students will practice and enhance their clinical examination skills in the safe environment of the health simulation suite, gaining confidence and competence using simulation equipment, manikins, and various learning technologies. This hands-on experience will be applied in the students' clinical practice settings. 

The course will begin by addressing evidence-based practice, highlighting the importance of searching for the best available evidence and applying it in clinical environments. This foundational knowledge will support students in their decision-making and diagnostic processes when assessing and managing patients in clinical practice.

Entry requirements & applying

• Hold current registration with a professional statutory body pertaining to their area of advanced practice
• Hold a degree in a discipline cognate to their professional qualification or hold a non-graduate qualification which the university has deemed to be of a satisfactory standard for the purpose of postgraduate admission
• Candidates without a full honours degree at 2:2 and above will be required to submit a 1,500 word essay on a topic chosen by the admissions team as part of the induction process. This will be assessed using the Level 6 academic criteria and must demonstrate achievement at 50% or above for successful admission to the programme. Alternatively, recent successful completion of an appropriate Level 6 module such as Research Methods, Non-Medical Prescribing at Level 6 or Preparing for Master’s Level Study will allow admission to the programme, subject to programme team agreement
• Have a minimum of two years full-time equivalent post-registration clinical experience
• Be employed in a clinical role with a high level of autonomy, or be able to secure a placement to the above for a minimum of two days per week

Teaching & Assessment

Assessment

• Written assignment, critical reflection x 1 (1,500 words). Critically reflect upon the case management of a patient. Weighting is 100% 
• Evidence of successful completion of a 4-stage OSCE undertaken during the 60-hour practice-based learning. This is a pass or refer
• Additional supporting evidence with a professional portfolio from 60 hours of practice-based learning to demonstrate achievement of learning outcomes

Teaching and Learning

• The Wrexham University Active Learning Framework combines the best of on-campus learning spaces with flexible online learning content, enabling students to learn and engage at their convenience
• We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments. Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors dedicated to helping them navigate the practical aspects of university work. Our Student Support section provides more information on the help available

Apply Now

To apply for this course please contact postregadmissions@wrexham.ac.uk to request an application form.