PG Cert Clinical Practice (Acute Care)
60 credits total from the Acute Care Pathway modules or a combination of modules from other clinical pathways. This can be 60 credits Level 7 or 40 credits Level 7 + 20 credits Level 6.
Click on the module name below for the module code, content, specific requirements, dates and fees.
| Module Name | Credits |
| Acute Care Pathway: | |
| Care of the Acutely Ill Adult | 20 |
| Child Advanced Physical Assessment, Pathophysiology and Clinical Decision-Making | 20 |
| Physical Assessment of Adults | 20 |
| Advanced Physical Assessment, Pathophysiology and Clinical Decision-Making (Adult) | 20 |
| Renal: Dialysis and Enhanced Renal Care | 20 |
| Renal: Acute Kidney Injury | 20 |
| Respiratory Care | 20 |
| Work Based Learning | 20 |
The following modules can be taken as part of the Acute Care pathway but are homed in other courses in the School:
| Module Name | Credits |
| Independent Prescribing | 40 |
| Safeguarding Children and Families | 20 |
The following modules can be taken as part of the Acute Care Pathway from any of the other Clinical Pathways:
| Module Name | Credits |
| Cardiac Care Pathway: | |
| 12-lead ECG Interpretation | 20 |
| Coronary Heart Disease | 20 |
| Cardiac Arrhythmias | 20 |
| Heart Failure | 20 |
| Advanced Physical Assessment of Cardiac and Respiratory Conditions | 20 |
| Emergency Care Pathway: | |
| Emergency Care | 20 |
| Minor Injuries and Illnesses | 20 |
| Intensive Care Pathway: | |
| Intensive Care: Foundations of Practice | 30 |
| Intensive Care: Enhancing Practice | 30 |
| Neonatal Care Pathway: | |
| Neonatal Intensive Care and QIS | 30 |
| Neonatal Work Based Learning | 30 |
Acute Care Pathway leader
Lesley White L.White2@brighton.ac.uk
PG Cert Clinical Practice course information and how to apply
**Students can also use the Clinical Practice modules within the MSc Health course – contact PostgradSSHS@brighton.ac.uk for further info about MSc options
