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Overview
Outcomes
As a registered clinical practitioner, such as a nurse, paramedic or a midwife, who participates in the care of critically and acutely ill patients, you will want to study this Adult Acute Care course at Anglia Ruskin University in order to:
- build on your understanding of the importance of patient care
- explore the concept of quality critical care (Department of Health 2005), and recognise that individuals have the right to specialist care, regardless of location or speciality
- learn how to care for highly dependent and acutely ill patients in a way that maps directly to NICE’s clinical guideline: 50 Acutely ill Patients in Hospital (2007), guided by the Department of Health (2009) competencies for acutely ill adults
- develop strategies for helping to improve acute care practice, so that safety and quality of care become embedded within your clinical practice.
Programme Structure
Structure:
- You’ll attend lectures and participate in skills workshops and scenario-based workshops. You’ll have opportunities to apply your new knowledge and skills within your specialty.
- You'll write an analysis of care relating to a patient scenario, take an OSCE examination and submit a practice portfolio evidencing a series of related clinical competencies relevant to your level of study.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
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Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus, Blended
Campus Location
- Cambridge, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
To access this course at Level 6 you must:
- be a registered nurse or other healthcare practitioner who participates in the care of critically and acutely ill patients
- have six months' experience working in an acute or critical care setting, and will come to the programme with an appropriate understanding of this environment.
- be a registered nurse or other healthcare practitioner who participates in the care of critically and acutely ill patients
- have a BSc (Hons) in a related subject at 2:2 or above (or UK equivalent)
- have six months' experience working in an acute or critical care setting, and will come to the programme with an appropriate understanding of this environment.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents2382 GBP / full≈ 2382 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents2382 GBP / full≈ 2382 GBP / full
Additional Details
- 30 credits (Level 6): £2,382
- 30 credits (Level 7): £1,850
Living costs
Cambridge
United Kingdom
846 - 1465 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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