CPD Developments in Renal Care | Level 6 (Undergraduate)

Course aim This course will enhance your knowledge, skills and attitudes in relation to current renal clinical working environment.You will also develop a critical understanding of care in relation to renal care and be able to deliver high quality patient/client centered care. Course content During this module, you will study: anatomy and physiology pathophysiology acute kidney injury chronic kidney disease renal replacement therapies legal and ethical issues dietary management transplantation conservative management long term complications of CKD psychosocial issues end of life care Teaching and learning This course is delivered via: formal keynote lectures group and individual tutorials discussions e-learning seminars work-based learning strategies Your individually agreed learning objectives will be outlined in a formal learning agreement using a tripartite approach (involving yourself, LJMU and your employer). You will be expected to attend LJMU on a Monday for a full day every 2 weeks. Entry requirements Qualification requirements Undergraduate degree Applicants should hold a BA/BSc (Hons) degree in a relevant subject at a 2:2 level or higher. We also welcome applications from those who can demonstrate appropriate professional registration and/or experience in a relevant clinical specialty. Further information Extra Requirements You must have at least 1 year post registration, have studied to Diploma Level, and be working in a renal / ITU/HDU clinical area. Staff working outside of these areas are to contact the programme leader Mrs Cheryl Grimes, to discuss work place and ability to meet the programme and assessment objectives. How to apply To apply for this programme, you are required to complete an LJMU CPD application form. You will need to provide details of your qualifications and current employment. Assessment You will be assessed via: 3 seminar presentations relating to your learning agreement a portfolio of evidence demonstrating agreed objectives within your learning agreement CPD award This Continuing Professional Development programme can be studied within the MSc Advanced Healthcare Practice (Clinical) award framework or as a single CPD.