Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Study Details: 1 or 2 years
This master’s-level course is the UK’s only 100% online university- accredited course dedicated to this specialist area. It’s designed for health and social care professionals who want to deepen their expertise in tissue viability and wound management. You’ll build a strong understanding of the complexities behind tissue viability and leg ulcer care, helping you deliver more consistent, effective treatment and improve patient outcomes.
You’ll learn from experts who are recognised nationally and internationally as key opinion leaders. Support is built in throughout your studies, with fortnightly webinars and one-to-one tutorials, and tailored guidance to help you progress.
This course will develop your ability to critically evaluate the theories, evidence and emerging practices that shape tissue viability and leg ulcer management. You’ll also explore the political, local, national and international factors that can influence resource management, preparing you to make informed decisions and contribute confidently to service improvement.
Entry requirements for this course are normally:
Be a registered health or social care professional with a minimum of 12 months post registration experience.
Registered with an appropriate governing body.
Be currently working in a healthcare environment in which you are caring for clients with tissue viability/wound conditions.
Have an Honours degree or evidence of degree level study.
Be able to identify a suitable mentor in clinical practice who will support you throughout the duration of the course. Part of the assessment for this course is the completion of an on-line practice based portfolio, this portfolio is assessed by your mentor. Therefore the mentor must be a recognised expert/specialist in the field of wound care.
Previous graduates from courses in this subject area have gone on to work in a variety of roles such as Adult nurse, Children's nurse, Health play specialist, Health visitor, High intensity therapist, Learning disability nurse, Mental health nurse, Midwife, Paramedic, Physician associate.
Core Modules:
Leg Ulcer Management (Distance Learning)
Tissue Viability and Wound Management (Distance Learning)
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