Bone Densitometry Reporting
University of DerbyDerby (Kedleston Road), United Kingdom
Course overview
• Increase your knowledge in the fields of fracture prevention through osteoporosis diagnosis and management • Enable you to tailor your learning by choosing specific modules, so that you advance your knowledge in areas you’re passionate about • Provide you with in-depth knowledge of DXA scanning and reporting. This Postgraduate Certificate also incorporates the University Certificate Continuing Professional Development in DXA Reporting for Clinicians • Engage you with an experienced and enthusiastic teaching team who are all health care professionals. They have also worked in a range of roles within the management of fracture risk, and utilise this experience in their teaching. • DXA Reporting for Clinicians (40 credits) • Theoretical Considerations in the Diagnosis and Management of Osteoporosis (20 credits)
Key highlights
- Focuses on fracture prevention through osteoporosis diagnosis and management
- In-depth training in DXA scanning and reporting
- Incorporates the University Certificate CPD in DXA Reporting for Clinicians
- Choose specific modules to tailor learning to your interests
- Taught by healthcare professionals experienced in fracture risk management
- Modules include DXA Reporting for Clinicians and osteoporosis management theory
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (min 5.5 in each skills area)
Scholarships
10% Alumni Discount
All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.
Up to 10% of fees25% Alumni Discount
The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- DXA Reporting Clinician
- Bone Densitometry Specialist
- Clinical Scientist (Bone Densitometry)
- Osteoporosis Specialist Nurse
- Fracture Liaison Service Practitioner
- Advanced Practitioner Radiographer
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 Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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