Physical Assessment
University of SuffolkIpswich, United Kingdom
Course overview
The Government’s plan for modernisation (DOH 2000) recognises that a more efficient system of healthcare is needed if improvements in patient care are to be achieved. Demarcations in role are becoming less distinct as a faster, more efficient service is sought. Essential to these changes is the ability of healthcare practitioners, other than Doctor’s, to perform accurate physical assessment and examination allowing for speedier referral, diagnosis and treatment.
Models of patient assessment strategies based on robust clinical supervision and the achievement of competencies appropriate for the area of practice will be examined from a range of professional viewpoints. Students will be encouraged to look at their skills of patient assessment relative to their own clinical area.The module will take a building block approach to allow students to debate, analyse and evaluate the theories underpinning the role of the Health Care Practitioner, particularly in relation to the physical assessmen
Key highlights
- Develops accurate physical assessment and examination skills for non-medical practitioners
- Supports speedier patient referral, diagnosis and treatment in practice
- Examines assessment models based on robust clinical supervision and competencies
- Explores patient assessment from a range of professional viewpoints
- Relates assessment skills directly to your own clinical area
- Building block approach to debating and evaluating practitioner role theory
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
International Merit Scholarship
The awards are £1,000 - £3,000 based on your academic achievements and level of study.
Up to £1,000Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarship
We will be awarding fifty (50) Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarships of £4,000 value each in the 2025/26 academic year.
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Advanced Nurse Practitioner
- Advanced Clinical Practitioner
- Emergency Nurse Practitioner
- Paramedic Practitioner
- Physician Associate
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 Suffolk, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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