Why study this module?
This interprofessional module will enable practitioners working in palliative care to develop and enhance their knowledge and skills of the nature and scope of palliative care for children and young people. You will explore and examine a range of subjects including grief and loss, cultural issues and interprofessional working and the impact these have on palliative care. You will also be supported in developing your knowledge of professional, legal and ethical issues in this context.
Method of teaching
Blended: online with two optional days of face-to-face learning (online also available on these days), supported by tutorials.
Assessments
An infographic of a development in practice: 50%
Oral presentation to peers/lecturer and structured Q&A: 50%
Academics involved in the delivery of this module
Dr Sue Neilson
Entry requirements
Applicants will need to demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development that shows an ability to study at Masters level.
This master's level module can be taken as an optional module within the MSc Advanced Clinical Practice. Alternatively, it may be taken within the MSc Advanced Practice in Healthcare or as standalone course or CPD module.
Fee if taken as a standalone course
To be confirmed.
A certificate of attendance will be provided if taken as a CPD module
Contact us for further information
Dr Sue Neilson
Email: s.j.neilson@bham.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)121 414 3689
Helen Queen
Lead Nurse, Palliative Care and Bereavement Service,
Birmingham Women and Children's Hospital
Email: Helen.Queen@nhs.net
Postgraduate administrator: acp@contacts.bham.ac.uk