- Continuing professional development (CPD)
Care of the Surgical Patient
Overview
This clinically focused course enables healthcare practitioners to develop their knowledge and clinical skills, in order to deliver clinically effective, safe and compassionate care for patients undergoing surgery in the perioperative environment.
To gain the knowledge and skills required for the completion of the written assignment and clinical competency element for the module, it is expected that you will be placed in a surgical role, for a minimum of 300 hours, with an opportunity to rotate to a minimum of 3 surgical specialities.
Delivered at our West London campus, this credit-bearing course is best suited for those working in an operating theatre environment.
Course requirements: Evidence of study at Level 5 (Diploma Level).
Cost and funding: This fee covers the full course cost.
- Sept 24 - Aug 25 fees: £900
- Sept 25 - Aug 26 fees: TBC
Credits: 20
Assessment method: Written reflective assignment 100% with the submission of a competency-based practice assessment document
Study dates and times
This course is taught on day release, select a start date to see the study days:
The course will focus on:
- surgical technology
- general and specialist surgical instrumentation
- minimal invasive surgical equipment
- information technology and advances in applications
- specialist equipment
- prostheses and implants
- surgical specialities
- surgical anatomy and pathology
- surgical procedures
- professionalism and accountability
- legal and professional issues.
Study days are from 9am to 5pm.
Teaching staff
Edwina Morris
I joined the perioperative teaching team at UWL in 2016. Prior to this, I acquired over 40 years of experience working within the NHS. The majority of which was spent in the operating theatre gaining specialist qualifications.
I have had the pleasure of being course lead for three years, and during this time it has been a privilege to guide students to a successful conclusion.
I joined the perioperative teaching team at UWL in 2016. Prior to this, I acquired over 40 years of experience working within the NHS. The majority of which was spent in the operating theatre gaining specialist qualifications.
I have had the pleasure of being course lead for three years, and during this time it has been a privilege to guide students to a successful conclusion.
Study and career progression
This can be taken as a standalone module or the credits can be used towards one of our new and exciting courses:
- BSc (Hons) Clinical Practice
- PgCert/PgDip/MSc Clinical Practice (first module in pathway can be studied at L6 or L7- maximum of 20 credits) - badged awards available.
How to apply
We recommend your application is submitted to the University at least two weeks prior to the start of the course.
After your application is accepted and you have been offered a place on the course, you will be sent information about how to enrol. You must complete enrolment before your course starts.
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