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Overview
What you will study
On successful completion of the Musculoskeletal Management of Rheumatological Conditions course offered by University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) , you will be able to:
- Show an ability to appraise the multi-disciplinary and biopsychosocial approach to the management of rheumatological conditions.
- Demonstrate appropriate patient education and management techniques in complex rheumatological clinical situations..
- Critically review pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions used in the management of rheumatological conditions.
- Apply critical reading and reflective practice to the day-to-day management of complex rheumatological conditions.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Clinical and Diagnostic Skills
- Effective communication, clinical reasoning and consultation strategies to formulate, implement, and evaluate management plans
- Practical clinical skills for structured, comprehensive assessment
- Normal structure and function and pathophysiological process of rheumatological conditions
- Special investigations for rheumatological conditions
- Broad understanding of pharmacological interventions in rheumatological conditions
- Biopsychosocial assessment and interventions
- Exploration of the impact of the condition on physical and mental health
- Understanding barriers that may impact on participation, recovery and rehabilitation
- Holistic, patient-centred goal setting and outcome measures
- The management and rehabilitation of rheumatological conditions
- Underpinning theory, practice and development of
- Critical literature searching, appraisal and evaluation skills
- Reflective practice theories and application
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 2 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
English
Credits
20 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Health Sciences View 587 other Short Courses in Health Sciences in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Required
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants should hold at least a 2:2 degree in a related subject
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Medicine or Surgery qualification or relevant professional qualification in a related field
- Applications from other related professions will be considered on an individual basis
- Be actively engaged in or have access to clinical experience in musculoskeletal practice in order to support learning within the programme
- IELTS: Score of at least 6.5 or equivalent
Tuition Fee
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International
972 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 972 GBP for the full programme during 2 months. -
National
972 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 972 GBP for the full programme during 2 months.
Living costs for Preston
751 - 1425 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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