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University of Surrey: Education for Health Professionals
Institution | University of Surrey View institution profile |
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Department | FHMS - Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences |
Web | www.surrey.ac.uk |
admissions@surrey.ac.uk | |
Telephone | +44(0)1483 682222 |
Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
**Why choose this course**
-Study a hands-on, clinical curriculum that will enable you to inspire and nurture new talent to meet modern healthcare demands. You’ll learn how to support existing qualified health or social care professionals, including medics, midwives, nurses, paramedics, physiotherapists and allied health professionals
-Learn from a multidisciplinary team of lecturers, who are all healthcare professionals with experience of working in the NHS
-Gain qualified teacher status to become an educator within healthcare practice.
**What you will study**
You’ll enhance your analytical and critical thinking skills, whilst developing the sharp judgement, empathy and creativity that both modern teaching and professional practice within healthcare demand. You’ll explore and analyse key educational and leadership issues in health and social care, while challenging and debating contemporary theory and practice.
You’ll study topics, including the art of learning and teaching, framing learning through the curriculum, implementing change in practice and supporting education in practice.
You’ll also complete a research dissertation in an area of personal interest, which we’ll match with the expertise of our academic staff, ensuring you get the best support.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 in a relevant UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. You must be currently registered as a healthcare professional to apply. English language requirements |
Location | Surrey Research Park Surrey Research Centre Technology Centre 40 Occam Rd Guildford GU2 7YG |
Summary
**Why choose this course**
The fast-paced landscape of modern healthcare demands effective training and tuition, so that staff are prepared for every eventuality. If you’re a qualified healthcare or social care professional who wants to inspire and nurture new talent, our MA Education for Health Professionals course is for you.
On successful completion of this course, you’ll have qualified teacher status, and will be a competent and proactive instructor. You’ll also meet the requirements needed to register your teaching qualification with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), if you’re already a member of this professional body.
**What you will study**
You’ll enhance your analytical and critical thinking skills, whilst developing the sharp judgement, empathy, and creativity that both modern teaching and professional practice within healthcare demand. You’ll explore and analyse key leadership issues in health and social care practice, while challenging and debating contemporary theory and practice.
You’ll study topics including, the art of learning and teaching, framing learning through the curriculum, implementing change in practice, and supporting education in practice.
You’ll also complete a research dissertation on an area of personal interest, which we’ll match with the expertise of our academic staff, ensuring you get the best support.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 in a relevant UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. You must be currently registered as a healthcare professional to apply. English language requirements |
Location | Surrey Research Park Surrey Research Centre Technology Centre 40 Occam Rd Guildford GU2 7YG |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
**Why choose this course**
-Study a hands-on, clinical curriculum that will enable you to inspire and nurture new talent to meet modern healthcare demands. You’ll learn how to support existing qualified health or social care professionals, including medics, midwives, nurses, paramedics, physiotherapists and allied health professionals
-Learn from a multidisciplinary team of lecturers, who are all healthcare professionals with experience of working in the NHS
-Gain a teaching qualification to become an educator within healthcare practice.
**What you will study**
We'll teach you how to develop a creative, innovative approach to your teaching and professional practice, and how to apply theory to practice. You'll explore the complexities associated with professional assessment and the evaluation of medical staff. You’ll identify personal goals and develop a learning plan to enhance your teaching skills.
You’ll understand the complex nature of curriculum design, ranging from philosophical underpinning, student experience and learning and teaching strategies. With this, you’ll develop a formal curriculum document based on a topic of choice.
You’ll study topics, including the art of learning and teaching, framing learning through the curriculum and supporting education in practice.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 in a relevant UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. You must be currently registered as a healthcare professional to apply. English language requirements |
Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
Summary
**Why choose this course**
If you’re a qualified healthcare or social care professional who wants to inspire the next generation of practitioners, our PGCert Education for Health Professionals course is for you.
We’ll share with you our core values, that reflect those of modern healthcare, such as compassion, good communication and the ability to be a team player in the face of challenging circumstances.
**What you will study**
We'll teach you how to develop a creative, innovative approach to your teaching and professional practice, and how to apply theory to practice. You'll explore the complexities associated with professional assessment and the evaluation of medical staff. You’ll identify personal goals and develop a learning plan, to enhance your teaching skills.
You’ll understand the complex nature of curriculum design, ranging from the philosophical underpinning, student experience and learning and teaching strategies. With this, you’ll develop a formal curriculum document based on a topic of choice.
You’ll study topics, including the art of learning and teaching, framing learning through the curriculum, and supporting education in practice.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 in a relevant UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. You must be currently registered as a healthcare professional to apply. English language requirements |
Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Summary
**Why choose this course**
-Study a hands-on, clinical curriculum that will enable you to inspire and nurture new talent to meet modern healthcare demands. You’ll learn how to support existing qualified health or social care professionals, including medics, midwives, nurses, paramedics, physiotherapists and allied health professionals
-Learn from a multidisciplinary team of lecturers, who are all healthcare professionals with experience of working in the NHS
-Gain a teaching qualification to become an educator within healthcare practice.
**What you will study**
You’ll develop and hone your analytical and critical thinking skills, enhancing your teaching, as well as your own professional practice. You’ll explore and analyse key educational and leadership issues in health and social care, while challenging and debating contemporary theory and practice.
You’ll understand the complex nature of curriculum design, ranging from philosophical underpinning, student experience and learning and teaching strategies. With this, you’ll develop a formal curriculum document based on a topic of choice.
You’ll study topics, including the art of learning and teaching, framing learning through the curriculum, implementing change in practice, research design and methodology, and supporting education in practice.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 in a relevant UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. You must be currently registered as a healthcare professional to apply. English language requirements |
Location | Kate Granger Building (Surrey Research Park) 30 Priestley Road Guildford GU2 7YH |
Summary
**Why choose this course**
The fast-paced landscape of modern healthcare demands effective training and tuition, so that staff are prepared for every eventuality. If you’re a qualified healthcare or social care professional who wants to inspire and nurture new talent, our PGDip Education for Health Professionals course is for you.
Throughout the course we’ll share with you our core values, that reflect those of modern healthcare, such as compassion, good communication and the ability to be a team player in the face of challenging circumstances.
We’ll enhance your existing capabilities as an instructor and will give you the skills you need to become a competent and proactive educator..
**What you will study**
You’ll develop and hone your analytical and critical thinking skills, enhancing your teaching, as well as your own professional practice. You’ll explore and analyse key leadership issues in health and social care practice, while challenging and debating contemporary theory and practice.
You’ll understand the complex nature of curriculum design, ranging from the philosophical underpinning, student experience and learning and teaching strategies. With this, you’ll develop a formal curriculum document based on a topic of choice.
You’ll study topics, including the art of learning and teaching, framing learning through the curriculum, implementing change in practice, research design and methodology, and supporting education.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 in a relevant UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. You must be currently registered as a healthcare professional to apply. English language requirements |
Location | Kate Granger Building (Surrey Research Park) 30 Priestley Road Guildford GU2 7YH |
Overview
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