Practitioners with Advanced or Extended Roles in Dementia PGCert
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This innovative postgraduate certificate in Dementia Studies is designed for healthcare practitioners working with dementia patients. Delivered online through blended learning, it covers assessment, diagnosis, and support for people with dementia and their carers. The program aligns with the Dementia Training Standards Framework and includes clinical competence assessment by a mentor.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This innovative postgraduate certificate is the first course of its kind in England. It is taught by a pioneering team of academics in the world-leading Centre for Applied Dementia Studies at the University of Bradford who are making great developments in dementia research and care. The program aims to support learners to develop high-level skills in assessment, diagnosis, clinical management, and ongoing support for people with dementia and their carers. Study is through a blended learning approach and is delivered fully online. Assessment of the program includes theoretical as well as clinical competence assessment undertaken by a clinical mentor. The program aligns to tiers 2 and 3 of the Dementia Training Standards Framework. This program is suitable for practitioners in a range of roles including GP’s, social (non-medical) prescribers, practice nurses, community matrons, and advanced nurse practitioners/clinical nurse specialists. Applicants must be able to engage in assessment and diagnostic activities, as well as offer post-diagnostic support in order to be able to pass the competencies for the program.
Outline:
The program consists of two modules:
- Assessment and Diagnosis of Dementia Each module includes up to two components of assessment. The assignments are designed to relate directly to the clinical work-based learning you undertake. Both modules include a portfolio of clinical practice, which will include critical case examples, assessments by your clinical mentor, and personal reflections on aspects of your clinical practice.
Assessment:
Assessment of the program includes theoretical as well as clinical competence assessment undertaken by a clinical mentor.
Teaching:
Study is through a blended learning approach which includes independent study guided by a distance learning study guide and readings, online tutor-led exercises and tutorials via a virtual learning environment, clinical work-based learning, and mentor supervision. The design of the program permits flexible study that can be undertaken alongside working.
Other:
The University of Bradford has been providing accredited programs in Dementia Studies since 2001, and has a long history of cutting-edge research related to person-centered dementia care and innovative methodologies for researching and developing practice in health and social care for people with dementia. All teaching on the program is research-informed and delivered by an academic team who are actively involved in relevant fields of dementia research. Members of the course team have completed research projects and studies using film, music, photography, narrative, conversation analysis, and other participatory methods to enhance understanding of the experience of dementia.
Tuition fee £3,672 (£1,836 per 30 credits).
University of Bradford
Overview:
The University of Bradford is a public research university located in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England. It is known for its strong focus on research and its commitment to social mobility. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
The university provides a vibrant student life experience with a range of clubs, societies, and events. Students can expect a welcoming and supportive campus environment.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Strong research focus:
The university is recognized for its high-quality research, with 77% of its research impact rated internationally excellent or world-leading.Social mobility:
The University of Bradford is ranked first in England for its impact on social mobility.Value for money:
The university's Distance Learning MBA is ranked the best value for money by the Financial Times.Excellent academic programs:
The university excels in various fields, including Physiotherapy, Forensic Science, and Children's Nursing.Academic Programs:
The university offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Business:
The University of Bradford's Business School is recognized for its support of firms and students.Nursing:
The university provides financial help for nursing students.Computer Science:
The university has invested £600k in new computer science labs.Other:
The university also offers programs in various other fields, including engineering, law, and the arts.Other:
The university is a member of Yorkshire Universities and is a Stonewall Diversity Champion. It has also received the Athena Swan Bronze Award and the Queen's Anniversary Prizes.
Entry Requirements:
- A good first degree (2:2 or above) or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area.
- Current registration with a professional body.
- Computing skills commensurate with the demands of distance learning study at postgraduate level, access to a computer with a broadband connection and ability to access the University’s online learning platform and online resources. If the service where the applicant works undertakes only assessment or only post-diagnostic support, the applicant will need access to a service or team that provides the other function also, so that they can gain relevant experience to support their learning. This needs to be organised before starting the course.
- To have the support of their employer to undertake this programme of study.
- To locate an appropriately qualified and experienced, local Clinical Mentor/Assessor for each module who will provide clinical supervision and undertake clinical-based assessments of competence. This needs to be in place before starting the programme.
International and language requirements
- This programme welcomes applicants classed as international students who can meet the other requirements for work and registration. We cannot accept overseas prescribing qualifications or registrations only with professional bodies located outside the UK.
- English language requirements
- Where English is not your first language you should have an IELTS or equivalent score of 7.0 with no sub-test result less than 5.5.
- If you do not meet the IELTS requirement, and you have a UKVI approved IELTS, you can take a University of Bradford pre-sessional English course.
