Critical Care - Advanced Knowledge and Skills (Stage 3)
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
This course is designed for registered nurses currently working in a critical care setting. It will provide you with an opportunity to enhance your knowledge and understanding of the pathophysiological effects of critical illness to an advanced level, along with the examination of current evidence and developments in this field of care. Emphasis throughout the course will be placed on holistic assessment of the individual with the development of subsequent management plans from which to provide optimum care.
To support the course theory and taught elements, your competency/practical skills will be assessed whilst working under the supervision of an experienced critical care practitioner/mentor in a relevant critical care setting.
Key highlights
- Designed for registered nurses currently working in critical care settings
- Advanced study of the pathophysiological effects of critical illness
- Examines current evidence and developments in critical care
- Emphasis on holistic assessment and developing management plans
- Practical competencies assessed under an experienced critical care mentor
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 Staff Nurse
- Senior Critical Care Nurse
- Intensive Care Unit Charge Nurse
- Critical Care Outreach Nurse
- Critical Care Clinical Nurse Educator
Cost of study
UK/Home: £740 | International: £18,700
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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