Advanced Clinical Decision Making - Short Course
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-05-07 | - |
| 2024-05-08 | - |
| 2024-05-21 | - |
| 2024-05-22 | - |
| 2024-06-04 | - |
| 2024-06-05 | - |
| 2024-06-18 | - |
| 2024-06-19 | - |
Program Overview
This short course combines various teaching methods to enhance students' application of advanced health assessment skills in clinical settings. It requires students to present a case study analysis, demonstrating their ability to integrate research, clinical knowledge, and critical thinking while addressing ethical and public health considerations. Attendance is required twice a month over one semester, and the course builds upon the Level 7 Advanced Health Assessment module.
Program Outline
Assessment:
- Oral PowerPoint presentation on a patient case: Presentation of a your chosen patient case study. The title is A reflective case analysis of your advanced clinical assessment and decision making (100% of course mark). The presentation should:
- Demonstrate an ability to identify, evaluate and utilise research evidence to inform health assessment
- Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology of the common disorders or diseases associated in your specialist area of practice
- Demonstrate safe and appropriate judgement and clinical decision making incorporating the appropriate assessment skills, interpretation of correctly ordered diagnostic tests and investigations
- Demonstrate awareness of professional, legal and ethical issues including consent in complex cases
- Critically appraise issues around public health, epidemiology, health promotion and health policy (presentation)
- Be clear, concise and be presented in its entirety in 15 minutes using Power Point or similar software
- Encourage 5 minutes of discussion
- Be fully referenced using professional sources in the Harvard Format
Teaching:
- This short course will combine lectures, workshops, seminars, and e-learning and Kura cloud) based on clinical practice that is designed in a way to enhance application of learning to the clinical environment.
Other:
- Pre-requisite course: Level 7 Advanced Health Assessment module
- Attendance required: Over 1 semester – you will attend university twice a month
University of Birmingham Summary
Overview:
The University of Birmingham is a leading global university with a strong focus on research and innovation. It is committed to developing solutions for a thriving planet and improving the health of people around the world.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
The University of Birmingham offers a welcoming environment for students, with opportunities to settle in, make new friends, discover the city of Birmingham, and prepare for their studies. The university also has a vision for its campus development in the next 20 years, aiming to enhance and refine the global campuses.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Global Impact:
The university's research is focused on addressing major global issues, such as climate change and global health.Multidisciplinary Collaboration:
The university encourages collaboration across disciplines to drive innovation and find solutions to complex problems.Pioneering Breakthroughs:
The university is known for its pioneering research and breakthroughs in various fields.Academic Programs:
Other:
The university has five research challenge themes that guide its focus and draw on its vast expertise and resources. These themes showcase the university's pioneering breakthroughs, multidisciplinary collaboration, and significant global impact.
Entry Requirements:
Professional qualification in healthcare; must have completed a Level 7 Advanced Health Assessment module first.
