Paramedic Science

Introduction To Applied Clinical Paramedic Practice

Introduction to Applied Paramedic Practice Module incorporates the application of clinical and social skills essential for the student paramedic to undertake practical experiences, with many opportunities for them to practice skills appropriate to their academic level of study. Students complete placements allowing them to engage with practice educators or practice supervisors within an ambulance service setting and a number of diverse alternative practice environments such as, primary care settings, acute trusts, the education sector and custodial environments.During these practice learning experiences, students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge and understanding, communication, application of skills, and problem-solving abilities in the areas appropriate to their level of study interacting with a wide range of service-users.

Module code: PARA40019

Introduction To Biological Sciences And Pharmacology For Paramedic Practice

This module will introduce you to the main concepts of anatomy and physiology, which underpin prehospital emergency care. You will study key body systems, incorporating anatomical structure (i.e. where things are) and physiological processes (i.e. how it works in the context of normal bodily function). This will form a foundation of knowledge on which we can build clinical knowledge and subjects such as mechanism of disease and pharmacology, which will be studied in future modules.

Module code: PARA40020

Introduction To Clinical Skills For Paramedic Practice

In this module you will gain an insight into the theory of basic assessment skills and treatment options that a paramedic may use. You will consolidate this knowledge with practical clinical skill sessions.

Module code: PARA40021

Vulnerable Groups And Social Determinants Of Healthcare

Module code: PARA40024

Introduction To Communication And Professionalism For Paramedic Practice

In this module, we will examine theories and processes of communication, self-awareness and discuss law and ethics as required for you to start your journey to become a Paramedic and introduce you to the realm of being a registered practitioner and understanding the requirements of the regulating body, the professional body and society.

Module code: PARA40022

Clinical Skills For Paramedic Practice

Module code: PARA50681

Principles Of Informed Autonomous Practice

Module code: PARA50680

Pathophysiology And Pharmacology For Paramedic Practice

Module code: PARA50682

Applied Clinical Skills For Paramedic Practice

Module code: PARA50683

Applied Advancing Assessment And Management For Paramedic Practice

Module code: PARA60628

Research And Service Development In Paramedic Practice

In this module we will look at key concepts of research and how can be applied to the context of prehospital emergency care. Through defining and discussing these key underpinning areas, you will then prepare your own research proposal and complete a literature review of a relevant area of paramedic practice.

Module code: PARA60627

Advancing Assessment And Management For Paramedic Practice

Module code: PARA60629

The Evolving Context For Professional Paramedic Practice

Module code: PARA60630

Leadership

This leadership module aims to provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to be an effective leader and implementer of change in clinical practice, regardless of your role or level within the clinical environment. Within the module you will be encouraged to take an active role during in-depth discussion and critical evaluation of issues underpinning current leadership practice. The module reflects the three themes highlighted in the current National Leadership Framework; Contemporary leadership theories, leadership qualities, self-awareness and visionary leadership, ensuring you have the most up to date information to impart in practice. You will also consider service delivery for example clinical governance, team building, responsibility and accountability, partnership working and empowerment as well as setting direction, including political awareness, leading and managing change, decision making and horizon scanning, organisational culture and concepts of power. Importantly equipping you, as a health professional, with the skills to lead effectively and implement change to improve care and service provision.

Module code: NURS60554

Assessment Of Patients With Minor Injuries

Module code: NURS60757

Research Appreciation For Health And Social Care

Welcome to the module “Research Appreciation for Health and Social Care”, which can either be used as a core module in your degree pathway or taken as a standalone module.  This module is worth 15 credits at level 6.  It builds on your existing knowledge and experience of working in health and social care situations and the evidence base used in your own practice area.  It aims to give you a more in-depth understanding of research methodologies and tools to help you to critically evaluate the research.  The academic skills that you will be able to develop include effectively reviewing the literature, critical appraisal of research and effective communication via written analysis and summary of the research.  This is achieved through engaging with the module sessions and with our virtual learning site. The subjects include looking at key research terminology, having specific methodologies and methods of research delivered by topic experts, looking at how this all relates to your practice area and to ensure there is an understanding of ethical procedures.

Module code: PPDE60268

Principles Of Physical Assessment

This course is designed for registered nurses and other health professionals in clinical practice who wish to acquire physical examination skills to enhance patient care and optimise service provision. Increasingly nurses and other health care professionals are required to perform patient assessments and make autonomous decisions regarding potential treatment and/or referral. This clinically focused module will form the foundation for your on-going learning in clinical assessment. It is a principles module and as such it will give you basic assessment capabilities. It has been designed to introduce you to the fundamental skills and knowledge required to take a comprehensive history and physical examination of the adult patient.

Module code: NURS60574

Assessment And Management Of Trauma In The Pre-Hospital Environment

Module code: PARA60020