Tissue Viability
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Module delivery datesLancaster - 28 January; 09:00 - 16:00 hours, 11 and 24 February, 10 March 2014; 10:00 - 16:00 hours
You will need to attend one of the induction days prior to commencing your first module; these are running in Lancaster on 18 or 19 September 2013 (you only need to attend one date), 08 January 2014 and 26 March 2014 and in Carlisle on 20 September 2013, 07 January 2014 and 25 March 2014. If you have studied at the University of Cumbria in the past two years the requirement to attend the induction day may be waived.
Closing date for applicationsThe closing date for applications is 5 working days prior to the module start date or, if this is your first module, 5 working d…
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Lancaster - 28 January; 09:00 - 16:00 hours, 11 and 24 February, 10 March 2014; 10:00 - 16:00 hours
You will need to attend one of the induction days prior to commencing your first module; these are running in Lancaster on 18 or 19 September 2013 (you only need to attend one date), 08 January 2014 and 26 March 2014 and in Carlisle on 20 September 2013, 07 January 2014 and 25 March 2014. If you have studied at the University of Cumbria in the past two years the requirement to attend the induction day may be waived.
Closing date for applicationsThe 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.
Why study with us?The aim of this module is to prepare you for your roles and responsibilities in relation to tissue viability and the provision of a high quality service. The module will encourage you to link theory to practice through reflection on practice.
FinanceIf 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.
What can this course lead to?Having completed this module you may wish to bring these 20 credits in to the University Advanced Diploma (UAD) Practice Development: Wound Care. Please discuss this opportunity with the module leader before completion of this module.
Alternatively, you may wish to use this module towards a degree such as the BSc (Hons) Nursing Pracitce or BSc (Hons) Practice Development.
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 requirementsPrior successful study at underpinning level
More about levels and credits
Credit and UCAS requirements Credit: 20 credits Selection criteriaTo be eligible to study this module you should be able to apply it to your practice.
ModulesHLLG6040 Tissue Viability (20 credits at level 6)
Intended Learning OutcomesOn successful completion, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the relevant anatomy and physiology and pathological conditions contributing to breaches in tissue viability
- Discuss the concept of wound bed preparation
- Evaluate the treatment options available to your clients for wound care
- Assess and discuss the holistic needs of patients with a variety of specific wounds and demonstrate how these needs can be met using evidence-based practice
- Critically review and evaluate your practice in light of current policies and evidence
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