Course aim
This programme is targeted at experienced clinical health professionals working in an environment where knowledge of pre-operative assessment is essential to practice.
Course content
During this Masters-level course, you will study the following themes:
- the principles and practice of pre-operative assessment, including risk stratification and consent
- competency/clinical examination
- clinical decision making
- legal and ethical issues
- pharmacology
- leadership and management
- human factors
Teaching and learning
This module is delivered over an academic year and offers a virtual blended approach to learning.
You will complete 6 days at LJMU:
- a 3 day introductory block of formal education
- followed by a further 3 day block at the middle of the course
The module will be delivered in a variety of ways, including:
- virtual interactive lectures
- clinically directed virtual case studies
- blog group discussions
You will be expected to complete 6 study days at LJMU. This comprises a 3 day introductory block of formal education followed by a midway 3 day block.
Entry requirements
In order to be considered for this Pre-Operative Assessment course you must:
- be a healthcare professional with at least 2 years clinical experience and or recent evidence of completing a course in advanced clinical skills
- have a letter from your employer confirming support of your studies (if required)
Assessment
You will be expected to complete 3 assessments:
- a written assignment
- a professional Portfolio
- a clinical assessment form
CPD award
This module can be studied within the MSc Advanced Healthcare Practice (Clinical) award framework or as a single CPD.
Further information
Information is available in our CPD for healthcare professionals brochure.
For further information please contact:
Faculty Admissions Team
Faculty of Health
Liverpool John Moores University
79 Tithebarn Street
Liverpool L2 2ER
T: 0151 231 5829
E: Health@ljmu.ac.uk
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