About This Course
The purpose of this module is to develop the academic and clinical requirements for the nurse or other allied health professional working in either an Emergency Department, Minor Injury Unit or other pre-hospital environment. The pathway will enable students to develop graduate, lifelong learning skills such as critical thinking, problem solving and the use of evidence based practice to enhance current professional and academic skills; this in turn will develop transferable skills which will enhance their employability.
The pathway has been designed and based on the Royal College of Emergency Care competency document.
Course Content
What will you study on this course?
The course is led by experienced Nurse practitioners and will focus on upskilling students in areas such as limb injuries, wounds including minor burns, head and facial injuries, rib injuries, neck and back injuries, and insect animal and human bites.
Please note modules may be subject to change.
Teaching, Learning and Assessment
The module runs over 2 semesters with 14 taught days (1 day a week).
Workplace support
The student must have the support of their Manager and be permitted to practice under supervision in an appropriate area as an Emergency Practitioner. Therefore you must have the agreement of a suitable mentor (e.g. an experienced EP or doctor) before applying.
The module will use a variety of assessments such as written examination, OSCEs, competencies and an applied assignment.
Entry Requirements
- Registration with the NMC/HCPC and proof of employment in a minor injury or pre-hospital setting.
- IELTS: 6.0 (with no element below 5.5) is required.
Admissions to the programme are made on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. Applications are made using Bangor’s online application system.
International Students: Because this pathway is part-time and requires a current NMC/HCPC registration and access to a minor injury or pre-hospital environment, this pathway is not suitable for the international market.
Careers
This course is especially designed for healthcare professionals employed or able to work either in a minor injuries, or pre-hospital, environment. and will enhance employment and promotion opportunities.
Research / Links with Industry
The academics involved with this Graduate Certificate have extensive links with external bodies, companies and the 3rd sector, which are fully utilised in ensuring that the modules are relevant to the modern work and research environment graduates will enter. They are also all experienced Nurse practioners who still have active links to the local NHS trust ensuring that modern clinical practice is embedded within the programme.
Application
Admissions to the programme are made on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. Applications are made using Bangor’s online application system.
Need help applying?
If you have any questions about entry requirements, how to apply or the course you are interested in please do not hesitate to contact Gill Roberts 01248 383544 or by emailing hssa21@bangor.ac.uk or health@bangor.ac.uk. We look forward to hearing from you.
International Students: Because this pathway is part-time and requires a current NMC/HCPC registration and access to a minor injury or pre-hospital environment, this pathway is not suitable for the international market.
