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Introduction to the Enhanced Clinical Practice (Pelvic Health) PgCert

The Enhanced Clinical Practice (Pelvic Health) PgCert is a postgraduate program designed for healthcare professionals seeking to specialize in pelvic health or integrate pelvic health skills into their existing area of practice. This course provides a strong foundation for future careers, equipping students with the confidence, capability, and clinical knowledge to deliver high-quality, specialized care.

Key Information

• Start date: September
• Subject area: Advanced Clinical Practice
• Mode of study: 1 year part-time
• Fees:
  • UK: ｣4,040 (part-time)
  • International: ｣8,265 (part-time)
• Entry requirements: Hold a pre-registration degree in a relevant allied health profession and have at least 1 year of clinical work experience within your registered healthcare profession. You must also be employed and have evidence of employer commitment to support training and supervision.

Course Content

The program is designed to help students progress into advanced roles, giving them the confidence to assess, diagnose, and manage patients across diverse and complex populations. Students will explore how research, theory, policy, and practice connect to shape modern healthcare, learning to apply these insights to optimize care delivery. The course includes modules such as:

• OT5616 - Effective Practice Education for Health and Care Professionals: This module aims to enhance the confidence, capability, and educational expertise of professionals involved in the development of current and future health and care workforces.
• PH56101 - Developing Leadership and Management in Clinical Practice: The Enhanced Clinical Leadership module is designed for healthcare professionals looking to advance their careers by developing their leadership skills within their specific areas of practice.
• PH56100 - Enhanced Clinical Practice: This module provides healthcare professionals with a critical understanding of the theory and practice in specialized areas of pelvic health.

Careers and Your Future

On completion of the Enhanced Clinical Practice (Pelvic Health) PgCert, students will be prepared to take on enhanced roles that improve patient care and contribute to service innovation. Potential career paths include:

• Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
• Pelvic Health Clinical Nurse Specialist
• Perinatal Pelvic Health Midwife
• Bladder and Bowel / Continence Specialist Practitioner
• First Contact Practitioner (FCP) with extended scope in pelvic health
• Primary care practitioners managing pelvic health in GP and community settings

Teaching and Learning

Teaching on the Enhanced Clinical Practice (Pelvic Health) PgCert is delivered through a blended hybrid model, combining both online and on-campus learning designed to fit around students' work schedules. The program includes live online seminars, self-paced online learning, case-based learning, face-to-face practical workshops, work-based learning, and supervision and academic tutorials.

Assessment and Feedback

Assessment methods are varied and include work-based portfolios, written assignments, presentations, teaching and coaching tasks, and service development projects. All assessments are supported by academic supervision and feedback, helping students grow in confidence as both clinicians and learners.

Location of Study

The program is based at Brunel University London, with face-to-face practical workshops delivered at the Uxbridge campus. The university's location in London provides access to a wide range of clinical settings and professional networks, enhancing students' learning experiences and career opportunities.