Perioperative Studies (Top-up) (Distance Learning) BSc (Hons)

This course provides the opportunity for qualified Operation Department Practitioners (ODP) to undertake a top-up degree through distance learning. It allows you to use your professional qualification and registration to APEL the first year of a degree programme. Developed as a result of talking to theatre managers, this course aims to meet the real-world career development needs of practitioners.<br/><br/><br/>- As this course is distance learning you are not required to attend the University and can study at a time that meets your own personal and professional commitments.<br/><br/><br/>- You will be taught by leading academics and receive support of fellow students. A community of student learners from around the UK and oversees provides opportunities for collaborative learning and experiences.<br/><br/><br/>- The modules on this course provide you with an opportunity to develop critical thinking skills in order to enhance your understanding of operating department practice and be able to link this to evidence-based practice. They have been designed to assist the career enhancement, as they provide the opportunity to develop an understanding of and implement advanced perioperative theories.<br/><br/><br/>- The analytical skills developed on the course are ideal for practitioners who what to undertake extended clinical roles, management positions and for those interested in further academic work or research.<br/><br/><br/>- You will undertake exercises where you will engage with the online materials in order to develop an understanding of perioperative theories.<br/><br/><br/>You will have the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills, enhance your understanding of perioperative practice and link this to evidence based practice. You’ll also be encouraged to develop new theories and explore how these can impact on patient care.

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