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Professional Development

Courses, Modules and Masters Degrees

The following pathways are available under the Learning Beyond Registration contract with the East Midlands Healthcare Workforce Deanery for all NHS staff who are employed within the East Midlands region.

MSc in Clinical Sciences
follow this link for MClinSci/PGDip/PGCert Drug & Alcohol Treatment

MA/Postgraduate Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling

Post Graduate Certificate in Professional Studies (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)

MSc Pain Management

MSc in Forensic Psychology

The PGCert comprises four compulsory modules, each worth 15 credits at M-level. The PGDip award comprises four further compulsory 15 M-level credit modules. A dissertation is required to achieve the MClinSci award.

Why this course?

The Drug & Alcohol Treatment course is specifically designed for people working with those who have drug or alcohol problems. Students will need access to this client group in order to fully benefit from this course. The curriculum is based on the skills and knowledge required for effective treatment, meeting the complex needs of this client group. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for admission to the course will be interviewed.

What can I expect to study?

Certificate modules:

Module 1: Drugs (including alcohol) and their effect
Module 2: Drugs and Society
Module 3: Assessment & Treatment Skills I
Module 4 :Treatment Skills II & Special Groups

Diploma modules:

Module 1: Advanced Assessment & Treatment Skills
Module 2: Dual Diagnosis
Module 3: Management in Alcohol & Drug Services
Module 4 :Research Methods

How is the course delivered?

The modules consist of taught sessions supported via the virtual learning environment and group work. Teaching takes place at Drury House, Narborough and the Maurice Shock Medical Sciences Building, University of Leicester.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment consists of essays, case history and audio/video exercises.
 
How can I find out more about this course?

Download information here:

If you need more information about the modules and courses please contact:

Ira Unell (Programme Leader)
Tel: 0116 225 6350
Email: ira.unell@leicspart.nhs.uk

 

 

MSc/PGDip/PGCert Child & Adolescent Mental Health

This PGCert is delivered by the Greenwood Institute of Child Health and is accredited by the University of Leicester. It comprises two modules at 30 M-level credits each. Students can choose to take further specialist modules to obtain the PGDip, and a dissertation to progress to MClinSci.

Why this course?

The aim of the course is to equip practitioners with a sound knowledge and understanding of a range of topics in child and adolescent mental health. This knowledge not only underpins students’ existing practical experience with evidence-based expertise, but also develops an appreciation of the strengths and limitations of research evidence and its application. This should enable students to enhance their careers in the field of child and adolescent mental health, and to generate new skills for the benefit of their clients and service provision.  It is relevant to those working with children and adolescents, particularly paediatric nurses, registered mental health nurses, school nurses, occupational therapists and social workers.

What can I expect to study?

Certificate modules:

Module 1: Mental Health & the Community
Module 2: Specific Mental Health Problems of Childhood and their Management

Diploma modules:

Two further 30 credit modules on specialist topics such as consultation, research methods, service development.

How is the course delivered?

The modules consist of teaching days, practice-based learning and self study. On average there are two taught days per month. Teaching will take place at the Greenwood Institute of Child Health, Westcotes Drive, Leicester

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is by essay, two case studies and a minimum attendance of 80%.

How can I find out more about this course?

For further information about the modules and courses please contact:

Jo Welch (Course Administrator)
Tel:     0116 225 2885
Email:  jrw19@le.ac.uk

 

 

Please note that unfortunately there are no more LBR (Learning Beyond Registration) funded places left for 2010/11

 

This module is a professional development opportunity for health and social care professionals with an optional accreditation at 15 M-level credits. It can be taken as stand-alone (with or without the optional accreditation), or as an optional module for the MClinSci/PGDip/PGCert awards.

Why this Module?

Integrated health and social care in a patient-centred NHS requires models of educational that give professionals a clear understanding of how their roles fit with others. This course aims to equip health and social care professionals with the knowledge and skills to create a quality interprofessional learning environment.

What can I expect to study?

You will have the opportunity of updating your knowledge of educational theory and how you can judge quality in IPE education. You will be able to develop skills to apply this knowledge and experience to the teaching of diverse student groups. You will also be facilitated to develop your interprofessional knowledge and competence, and supported in applying this to practice.

How is the module delivered?

Via an interactive two-day training package, the multi-disciplinary teaching team, including educational experts, aim to build on your teaching experiences. The module is available monthly throughout the year.  Teaching takes place at the Maurice Shock Medical Sciences Building, University of Leicester.

How will I be assessed?

The module assessment is designed to examine how well you achieve the learning outcomes. It consists of an evidenced reflective portfolio combined with an observed teaching session.

How can I find out more about this module?

For further information about this module please contact:

Dr Liz Anderson
Email: esa1@le.ac.uk

 

or

Lynn Barker
Tel:      0116 223 1477
Email: lb87@le.ac.uk

 

 


 

Masters Degree

Advanced Autonomous Practitioner

Professional Development Contact

Lynn Barker
Professional Development Unit
Department of Medicine and Social Care Education
Maurice Shock Medical Sciences Building

University of Leicester
PO Box 138
Leicester
LE1 9HN

Tel: 0116 223 1477
Fax: 0116 223 1585

Email: lb87@leicester.ac.uk