Program Overview

CPD Acute and Chronic Neurosciences Care and Management

Level 7 (postgraduate), 30 Credits

Course Aim

This programme will allow you to further develop skills and knowledge in the care and management of the neurological patient.

Course Content

The following topics will be addressed during the programme:

• Introduction to neurosciences
• Introduction to Canvas, Library, academic writing
• Neurologic conditions: movement disorders and MND; subarachnoid haemorrhage; epilepsy; MS; hydrocephalus and CSF
• Neurosurgical conditions: spinal cord injury and conditions; head injuries/trauma
• Neuro-modulation and neuropathic pain
• Head injuries
• Brain and CNS tumours
• Ethical principles in neurology
• Mental health and brain injury
• Pharmacology
• Neuropsychology and cognition
• Patient/family story

These sessions will be supplemented by LJMU teaching sessions including introduction to the use of library services, assignment writing skills and introduction to Canvas online learning system.

Teaching and Learning

This course will be delivered in the Education Centre at The Sid Watkins Building, students are expected to attend all taught sessions.

Entry Requirements

Qualification Requirements

• BA/BSc (Hons) in relevant field (2.2 or above) or evidence of potential to study at masters level
• Registration as a health professional (nursing or allied health)
• Organisational support and support of line manager - this is confirmed by the employing organisation

Assessment

You will be assessed via an anatomy and physiology examination and case study.

CPD Award

This CPD is standalone and is not within a wider award framework.

Course Cost

Home fee: £1,500

Start Dates

• September
• February

Course Length

• 15 weeks FullTime

Location

• City campus