This is a blended-learning award for a Professionally Registered multi-professional student. Study this award and you develop the knowledge and skills you need to help holistically manage clients with diabetes in primary care. You explore pathophysiology, epidemiology, screening, monitoring, diagnosis, pharmaceutical therapeutics, medical devices and the psychosocial consequences of diabetes.The summative assessment is a 3,000-word case study submission which critically analyses managing a person with diabetes in primary care.
You study the taught content across 10 weeks through blended learning this is over five full days on alternating weeks over the 10-week period. Your assessment submission is two weeks after completing the taught content (week 12).
During this award you take part in a variety of teaching and learning activities including interactive seminars, discussion groups, peer workshops and guided study. This gives you a comprehensive and detailed understanding of the module’s theoretical elements.
By actively participating in the course you are able to accept and value the contributions of your peers and further develop your belief in your own ability. You receive formative feedback on your development based on being able to synthesise and critically appraise the module content – this is evidenced through peer group discussion and skills practice. You are encouraged to reflect both in and on practice to demonstrate how you apply the module’s theoretical content.
You produce a written case study (3,000 words max) evaluating the patient/client's care and justifying your proposed management and treatment options.
This must include
You must obtain consent in accordance with the School of Health & Social Care policy.
Registered Qualification in Health
This module provides support for registered practitioners in the care of patients with diabetes.
Fee for applicants:
£750