CPD Developing Practice in Cardiac Care | Level 7 (Postgraduate)

Course aim This module develops advanced knowledge and skills to deliver high-quality, evidence-based cardiovascular care. Designed for healthcare professionals managing complex cardiac presentations, it strengthens clinical judgement across acute and long-term settings. Key areas include advanced cardiac anatomy and physiology, haemodynamic assessment, 12-lead ECG interpretation, advanced life support, and management of complex heart failure.

The course also explores cardiac pharmacology, post-intervention care, rehabilitation, and secondary prevention to improve long-term outcomes. Emphasis on culturally competent practice and end-of-life care ensures holistic, compassionate support for diverse patient populations across the entire cardiovascular care pathway. Course content This module will run for 15 weeks and will commence in January and run on a Wednesday.

The module is delivered in a hybrid format with a mix of online and face to face sessions. Face to face sessions will be held at the School of Nursing, Public and Allied Health, Tithebarn Building (L2 2ER) in the heart of Liverpool city centre. An alternative programme 'Cardiac Care - Adult' which is joint taught and is designed for those who already work in a cardiac environment may be suitable alternative to this module.

Teaching and learning

Postgraduate Cardiovascular Health and Management You can also undertake this course as part of a combined award of Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) Cardiovascular Health and Management. The PgCert comprises three 20 credit modules: 70804NAPPG Heart Failure - Interdisciplinary Approach to Management and Care (Core module) 7000ACHD Adult Congenital Heart Disease: Care of the patient through their life span (Core module) Your will select one optional module as your final module. 7015NAPPG Developing Practice in Cardiac Care 7002CMA Cardiac Care - Adult For further information about this award please visit the course page.

The module will cover: The evolution of cardiovascular care and the role of evidence Advanced anatomy and physiology of the heart and circulation Physical assessment of the cardiac patient Haemodynamic assessment and intervention Single and 12-lead ECG interpretation Introduction to biochemistry and haematology Cardiac pharmacology and patient concordance Care of the patient following cardiac intervention Management of patients with acute and chronic heart failure, including device therapy Advanced life support Promoting healthy behaviour change through cardiac rehabilitation and secondary prevention Supporting patients from BAME backgrounds to navigate healthcare systems Caring for patients nearing end of life and supporting grieving families

Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree Applicants should hold a BA/BSc (Hons) degree in a relevant subject at a 2:2 level or higher. We also welcome applications from those who can demonstrate appropriate professional registration and/or experience in a relevant clinical specialty. How to a