CPD Acute and Chronic Neurosciences Care and Management | Level 7 (Postgraduate)

Course aim This programme will allow you to further develop skills and knowledge in the care and management of the neurological patient. Course content The following topics will be addressed during the programme: Introduction to neurosciences Introduction to Canvas, Library, academic writing Neurologic conditions: movement disorders and MND; subarachnoid haemorrhage; epilepsy; MS; hydrocephalus and CSF Neurosurgical conditions: spinal cord injury and conditions; head injuries/trauma Neuro-modulation and neuropathic pain Head injuries Brain and CNS tumours Ethical principles in neurology Mental health and brain injury Pharmacology Neuropsychology and cognition Patient/family story These sessions will be supplemented by LJMU teaching sessions including introduction to the use of library services, assignment writing skills and introduction to Canvas online learning system. Teaching and learning This course will be delivered in the Education Centre at The Sid Watkins Building, students are expected to attend all taught sessions. Entry requirements Alternative qualifications considered You will need: BA/BSc (Hons) in relevant field (2.2 or above) or evidence of potential to study at masters level Registration as a health professional (nursing or allied health) Organisational support and support of line manager - this is confirmed by the employing organisation How to apply To apply for this programme, you are required to complete an LJMU online application form. You will need to provide details of previous qualifications and a personal statement outlining why you wish to study this programme. Initial applications should be made to Joseph Towell at joseph.towell@nhs.net. Successful applicants to the course will be enrolled to LJMU on the first day of the course. Assessment You will be assessed via an anatomy and physiology examination and case study. CPD award This CPD is standalone and is not within a wider award framework.