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Neuropharmacology (HEN56116-3)

Certificate in Continuous Professional Development

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Key Features

Single piece of coursework assessment focussed on clinical area
Coursework title negotiated by students
The course is supported by Blackboard a virtual learning environment (VLE) that allows the learner to access the course materials at a time and place that suits them.

What Students Say

I liked the way I could focus my assessment on my clinical area and case work
Access to the tutor by Email during the course was helpful

What it's about

Developing a knowledge of the pharmacology of the central nervous system
ntroduction to the brains internal environment with a consideration of role of neurotransmitters (Acetylcholine, Norepinephrine, GABA, Dopamine, Peptides and Serotonin), at the pathway, synapse and drug interaction levels.
To study the nature and action of neuropharmacological agents in conditions such as epilepsy, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, schizophrenia, anxiety, depression and pain

What you do

To recieve an application form please contact one of the addresses listed below.

Where Next?

Completed University Application Form and Module Request Form to be returned to: - Life Long Learning Team, Staffordshire University, School of Health, Blackheath Lane, Stafford, ST18 0AD

Have you considered?

Applied Pharmacological Perspectives (SHS80327-3)

Fact File

Qualification:	Certificate in Continuous Professional Development
Faculty/School:	Faculty of Sciences
Course Start:	September, January and April Start dates available
Course Length:	12 weeks
Attendance:	The module will run at Blackheath Lane, Stafford (or at alternative sites according to student demand), in patterns that best suit the enrolled students. The first session will be 09.00am- 4.00pm. Subsequent session timings will be negotiated during enrolment but previous cohorts have negotiated group tutorials in teaching weeks 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 of a term
Entry Requirements:	3 years relevant experience as assessed by interview OR recognised National body current registration OR any 1st degree or equivalent OR relevant A levels or equivalent (Biology, Chemistry, Combines Science, Psychology, Sport Sciences)
Fees and Bursaries:	£405