Program Overview

PF6006 Pharmacotherapy II: Endocrinology, CNS, Musculoskeletal and Infectious Disease

Course Fact File

• Code: PF6006
• Duration: 12 weeks
• Teaching Mode: Part-Time
• Fees: €2,150 (includes a €35 processing fee)
• Closing Date: 13/12/2024
• Venue: On-line
• Credits: 15
• Start Date: 13/01/2025

Outline

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:

1. Discuss and explain the epidemiology, aetiology, pathophysiology, signs, symptoms, and tests leading to the diagnosis of infectious diseases and of common disorders/diseases of endocrine, musculoskeletal and central nervous systems.
2. Choose the appropriate and effective therapy, for selected infectious diseases and diseases of endocrine, musculoskeletal and central nervous systems.
3. Formulate pharmaceutical care plans and counsel patients including those with co-morbid disease.
4. Effectively communicate and justify decisions, through presentations and active participation in group discussions.
5. Demonstrate engagement in reflective practice.

Practicalities

Compulsory Elements

• Formal Written Examination
• Continuous Assessment
• Oral if required

Requirements

As per MSc (Clinical Pharmacy).

• Candidates must hold a primary pharmacy degree from a School of Pharmacy that is approved by the Programme Committee
• They must be registered with the professional accreditation authority in the country in which they are practising
• Candidates should have practical experience in their area of qualifications of at least one year post-registration
• Candidates must be employed in a healthcare setting
• Applicants may be requested to undergo an interview
• All candidates will be required to have full access to computer and internet facilities and to be computer literate
• In some exceptional circumstances candidates, by virtue of their training and experience may, at the discretion of the Programme Director and the Head of School, be deemed suitable for entry to the degree

Fees and Costs

€2,150 (includes a €35 processing fee)

How To Apply

To apply for this module, gather any additional documents required (including a passport-style photo), copy of your degree parchment if not a previous UCC graduate. You will also be required to upload Evidence of 12 months post-registration experience; MSCCP Employer Approval and Tutor Proposal letter; Professional Body Certification (Pharmacists). The full module fee of €2,150 will be payable on submission of your application.