Program Overview

Obs Act - Obstetric Basic Simulation for Anaesthetic Core Trainees

Overview

High-fidelity simulated labour ward experience for trainee anaesthetists new to the delivery suite.

Full Description

Featuring:

• a full day of risk-free practice at managing obstetric anaesthesia clinical scenarios and critical incidents
• systematic approach to management
• feedback on clinical and human factor aspects in a supportive learning environment
• includes many of the clinical dilemmas that you may well experience in your first few months covering labour ward.

Course Director: Dr Nina Walton, Consultant Obstetric Anaesthetist, Broomfield Hospital.

Who Should Attend?

Application is for ODP's only through the site. That anaesthetic trainees need to apply through the bridge.

Dates

• 9 May 2025

Where You'll Study

Your Faculty

The Faculty of Health, Medicine and Social Care at ARU is primed to meet the demand for healthcare professionals, doctors, scientists and social workers in the East of England.

We've been training undergraduates for professional roles for over 25 years, with a reputation for quality, dedication and ambition balanced with student satisfaction.

We know that our students want the very best experiential learning, and we've invested heavily in purpose-built simulated wards, science labs and skills spaces, to support your learning every step of the way.

Where Can I Study?

Chelmsford

Our striking, modern campus sits by the riverside in Chelmsford's University and Innovation Quarter.

Fees & Funding

• ODPs: £50. Funded places may be available via your trust. Please contact for more details.

Entry Requirements

Our short course is suitable for ODP’S and HEEEoE Anaesthetic trainees, who are fully funded to attend Obs Act. IF YOU ARE AN ANAESTHETIC TRAINEE, PLEASE TALK TO AS YOU WILL NEED TO APPLY VIA THE BRIDGE. DO NOT APPLY VIA THE ARU WEBSITE. Please speak directly with your place of employment regarding the payment. Please note there are limited places for this course and will be on a first serve basis.

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