Clinical Decision Making in Contemporary Paramedic Practice

If this is your first module you will need to attend one of the induction days prior to your module start date. These are running in Lancaster on; 18 and 19 September 2013, 08 January 2014, 26 March 2014 and in Carlisle on; 20 September 2013, 07 January 2014, 25 March 2014.

*Please note you only need to attend one date

If you have studied at the University of Cumbria in the past two years, the requirement to attend the induction day may be waived.

Why study with us?

HPHP6000 Clinical Decision Making in Contemporary Paramedic Practice is a 40 credit core module which will be studied throughout the length of the programme. It will enable the student to develop their knowledge and skills in clinical decision making in relation to the assessment and care management of patients/clients through contemporary paramedic practice. In order to be responsive to the constantly changing nature of pre-hospital care practice, the student will critically explore contemporary issues in practice and evaluate the impact on practice that new developments may bring.

What can this course lead to?

Can be studied as part of the BSc Hons Practice Development: Developing Paramedic Practice.

Resources and facilities

We are amongst the UK’s leading health and wellbeing faculties and are proud of the high level of support we are able to offer to our students. We provide a wide range of high-quality courses supported by expert academic and clinical practice staff. If you join us you will enjoy great facilities and learn alongside caring, committed and experienced professionals. Our employment record is excellent.

Entry requirements See course specific entry requirements listed below.

More about levels and credits

Selection criteria

Evidence of prior successful study at underpinning level. Be studying towards BSc Hons Practice Development: Developing Paramedic Practice top up

Applicants will be required to complete a telephone interview with the programme leader.

Closing date for applications

The closing date for applications is 5 working days prior to the module start date or, if this is your first module, 5 working days prior to the induction date.

Costs

£960

*If you are employed within NHS North West and this module is to be funded by your employing Trust, please contact your Line Manager and CPD Lead for advice relating to funding and the funding application process.

Additional contact information

Name: Sharon Seddon
Role: Programme Lead
Email: Healthadmissions@cumbria.ac.uk

Course summary

The module will enable the student to develop their knowledge and skills in clinical decision making in relation to the assessment and care management of patients/clients through contemporary paramedic practice. In order to be responsive to the constantly changing nature of pre-hospital care practice,the student will critically explore contemporary issues in practice and evaluate the impact on practice that new developments may bring.