This course aims to equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skill to underpin clinical decision making in non-medical discharge of patients with musculoskeletal minor injuries in an accident and emergency setting. This course is aimed at honours graduates in Diagnostic Radiography, Nursing or a relevant Allied Health Profession with experience in imaging or treatment of minor injuries.
- Patient centred care
- Clinical management of musculoskeletal minor injuries
- Dressings, wound care and appliances
- Patient group directives and prescribing protocols
- Medicolegal, ethical and professional issues
Learning Methods
The course is delivered via online distance learning, using our Virtual Learning Environment CampusMoodle and work based learning.
Assessment
This course is assessed through assessed course work and a case report.
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BSc (Hons) or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography, Nursing or a relevant Allied Health Profession plus a minimum of 3 years experience in imaging or treatment of musculoskeletal minor injuries.
In addition, applications must have successful completed (pass grade) the Minor Injuries Assessment course, or evidence of equivalent.
Academic Year 2024/2025
Course fees: TBC
Academic Year 2023/2024
All Students: £270
Additional Costs
The following course-related costs are not included in the course fees:
Disclaimer
For new intakes course fees are reviewed and published annually for each mode of delivery. Tuition fees are fixed for the duration of a course at the rate confirmed in the offer letter. For further information see:
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