Critical Care PgCert
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
This course is aimed at registered nurses currently working within a critical care setting. It provides you with an opportunity to enhance your knowledge and understanding of the pathophysiological effects of critical illness. Emphasis is placed on the holistic assessment of the individual with the development of subsequent management plans from which to provide optimum care.
To support the taught elements of the course, your competency/practical skills will be assessed whilst working under the supervision of an experienced critical care practitioner/mentor in a relevant clinical setting in order to demonstrate your achievement of Critical Care Networks-National Nurse Leads (CC3N) (2015) Step 2 and Step 3 competencies.
Key highlights
- Designed for registered nurses already working in critical care settings
- Builds understanding of the pathophysiological effects of critical illness
- Emphasises holistic patient assessment and developing management plans
- Practical skills assessed under supervision of an experienced critical care mentor
- Demonstrates achievement of CC3N Step 2 and Step 3 competencies
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — or above
Scholarships
The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship Scheme provides a fee waiver of at least 50% on full-time or part-time research degrees, some schools may offer 100%.
Careers this course leads to
- Critical Care Nurse
- Senior Staff Nurse (Critical Care)
- Intensive Care Unit Charge Nurse
- Critical Care Outreach Nurse
- Critical Care Practice Educator
Cost of study
UK/Home: £740 | International: £19,800
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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