BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice

Program Overview

Degree Apprenticeship Undergraduate: BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practitioner

Introduction

Develop your clinical skills and knowledge to facilitate change and innovation in your approach to patient care with our Operating Department Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship. Study for an honour's degree in operating department practice while you work, with no tuition fees.

Course Highlights

• Upon successful completion you can apply to be a Registered Operating Department Practitioner
• Work-based approach allows you to deliver impact in the workplace as you learn
• Study while you work, with no tuition fees

Key Facts

• AWARD: BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practitioner
• LEVEL: Undergraduate
• STUDY OPTIONS: 39 months
• START DATES: September
• LOCATION: Cambridge, Chelmsford
• ACCREDITATION: Approved by HCPC
• FEES: Degree apprenticeships are fully funded by your employer and the Government

Delivery and Assessment

• 39 months
• An apprenticeship is a job with training, combining practical experience with academic learning.
• At least 20% of your contracted working hours will be classed as 'off-the-job'. This time will be dedicated to developing the knowledge and skills needed to meet the requirements of the apprenticeship, and therefore are not part of your usual work duties.

Modules

Core Modules

• Introduction to Perioperative Practice
• Principles and Practices of Anaesthesia
• Exploring Aspects of Anatomy and Physiology
• Holistic Care of the Surgical Patient
• Practical Concepts in Anatomy and Physiology
• Care of the Patient Undergoing Anaesthesia
• Perioperative Pharmacology and Physiology
• Promoting Best Practice in the Operating Theatre
• Post-Anaesthetic and Acute Care
• Research Methods
• Enhanced Clinical Skills in Perioperative and Clinical Care
• Undergraduate Major Project
• Leading Teams in the Perioperative Environment

Facilities

• Theatre skills labs: Our Cambridge and Chelmsford campuses offer state of the art purpose-built theatre skills laboratories where you’ll simulate many aspects of the perioperative environment.

Accreditation

• Approved by HCPC: This course has been approved against the Health and Care Professions Council’s education and training standards.

What Our Apprentices Say

• Rachel: “I think there's a misconception that apprenticeships are just for school leavers. I'm 51 and it works for me and my life. I bring all of my past life and career experience and in addition it also works around my family life.”
• Lyn: “The apprenticeship has enabled to realise my own potential. I have discovered many talents which I didn't know I had. I would highly recommend doing an apprenticeship, you too can uncover what you are capable of.”
• Peter: “ARU has provided an accessible route to increasing my level of practice and my skill set.”
• Temidayo: “I chose the apprenticeship because I was able to continue working and did not lose any financial benefits. I was able to study at any pace in harmony with my life as a family man.“

Careers

• We work with employers to make sure you graduate with the knowledge, skills and abilities they need.
• Career opportunities are wide-ranging in the UK and overseas, and include:
  • anaesthesia
  • recovery
  • management
  • education
  • sterile supplies
  • transplant teams
  • intensive care units
  • A&E
  • helicopter emergency services
  • patient transfers

Entry Requirements

• Employment in a suitable role on a permanent contract exceeding 30 hours per week.
• Employer support to undertake this course.
• Confirmed eligibility to be funded as an apprentice as set out within the ESFA’s Funding Rules.
• A completed Skills Scan and Initial Assessment discussion, post interview.
• Evidence of Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English e.g. GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, Functional Skills, or ESFA-approved equivalents.
• Evidence of Level 3 study in a related subject e.g. A Levels, BTEC, NVQ, Access to Healthcare.
• Attend an interview to demonstrate insight into the ODP profession.

Teaching at ARU

• Degree apprenticeships are delivered via a blend of face-to-face campus teaching, work-based learning and online teaching supported by our established online learning systems to provide additional support for individual study and engagement.

How to Apply

• To apply for an apprenticeship, you need to have the support of your employer.
• If you already have the support of your employer or have any questions before talking to them, please do not hesitate to contact one of our apprenticeship experts who will be happy to help.

Program Outline

Assessment:

You will be assessed at the end of each module you undertake (on-programme assessments) which will contribute towards the final award of your qualification. You will also undertake an End Point Assessment (EPA) to complete your apprenticeship. The EPA for this apprenticeship is integrated into the final on-programme assessments. Therefore, on successful completion of your degree, you will also complete the apprenticeship and be ready to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council.

Careers:

On successful completion you will be able to apply to be a Registered Operating Department Practitioner (RODP) with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC). Career opportunities are wide-ranging in the UK and overseas, and include:

• anaesthesia
• recovery
• management
• education
• sterile supplies
• transplant teams
• intensive care units
• A&E
• helicopter emergency services
• patient transfers