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Study Details: 1-6 years distance learning
Get the skills you need to contribute effectively to medicines management and drug therapy decisions with a Master’s in Medicines Optimisation by distance learning.
Medicines optimisation covers the processes and behaviours that determine how medicines are used by patients and the NHS. Effective medicines optimisation places the patient at the centre and acts as a key driver for NHS modernisation in the UK.
Whether you work in primary or secondary care, a GP surgery, a community pharmacy or for a hospital trust, this course provides a full understanding of medicines optimisation in the NHS. Explore how optimisation contributes to getting the maximum benefits for patients and the best value for money.
Study this course by distance learning and choose from a wide range of options to suit the focus of your clinical practice.
An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in a relevant subject.
Applicants must be pharmacists, nurses or allied health professionals (AHPs) registered with the relevant UK professional body and working in the NHS or similar UK-based health system providing direct patient care.
Students will have direct access to patients in order to complete the assignments in many of the courses.
This degree equips you to work more closely with other healthcare professionals in primary care, particularly GPs and CCGs. At the same time, you develop clinical skills in your speciality areas of care and have the opportunity to qualify as a non-medical prescriber.
Core Modules:
Medicines Management in Practice (10 credits)
Consultation and Communication in Practice: Patients as Partners (10 credits)
Using Evidence Effectively (10 credits)
Medication Review in Practice (10 credits)
Research Project (60 credits)
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