Program Overview

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Professional/Short Course Cardiac Care

The Professional/Short Course Cardiac Care is a 20-credit module offered at level 6 (BSc level) or level 7 (Masters level).

About

This module examines the care of an adult with a cardiac condition from assessment to management. Students will consider the pathophysiology related to the cardiac condition, review policy, and explore the implications for practice.

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge and systematic understanding of pathophysiology, pharmacological, and therapeutic principles as applied to cardiac care practice
• Critically analyze the evidence underpinning the delivery of care for patients with cardiovascular disorders
• Critically appraise and synthesize the holistic care needs and ethical issues associated with caring for those with cardiovascular dysfunction and their carers
• Critically evaluate the role of the healthcare professional in the provision of health promotion/education for patients and their carers/family living with cardiovascular disorders
• Critically evaluate the healthcare professional's role within the multi-disciplinary team in developing the quality of care provision for people with cardiac problems, their carers/family
• Demonstrate an ability to apply knowledge and critically evaluate current developments and policy implications in their own practice area in relation to cardiovascular disorders and current research

Entry Requirements

Students should be working in a clinically relevant area and be a registered healthcare professional.

Careers / Further Study

This module can contribute towards the PGCert Health and Social Care, MSc Clinical Practice, and the Professional Development Awards.

The level 6 (undergraduate level) module can contribute towards:

• BSc(Hons) Specialist Practice (District Nursing)
• BSc(Hons) Health and Social Care
• MSc Specialist Practice (District Nursing)
• MSc Advanced Practice
• Professional Development Award

The level 7 (Masters level) module can contribute towards:

• MSc Specialist Practice (District Nursing)
• MSc Advanced Practice
• Professional Development Awards

Structure

Content

Topics covered in this module typically include:

• Care and management of the individual with arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death
• Holistic assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of treatment and care for the cardiac patient and their carers/family
• Care and management of Pacemakers/Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD)
• Primary prevention and risk stratification in relation to cardiovascular disease

Learning and Teaching

Teaching will be a mix of virtual seminars and tutorial-supported e-learning.

Study Time

A total of 48 hours in the form of seminars, lectures, and online activities.

Assessment

Written assignment of 3,000 words.

Prices and Dates

Please note that the price brackets for modules can be found in the full fee information section.

Features

Study Facilities

The College of Health, Science, and Society has an excellent reputation for the quality of its teaching and the facilities it provides.