Last modified: 22 May 2019 17:07
This course focuses on the clinical pharmacology and related science knowledge along with clinical skills that are required for safe and effective advanced practice in medicines management.
The SCQF level 11 Independent and Supplementary Prescribing Programme comprises of two course of which this is one. Those who wish to register as Independent and/or supplementary prescribers will need to complete the 2nd module of the programme- Prescribing in Practice. On successful completion of the programme practitioners are eligible to register as an Independent and/or Supplementary Prescriber in accordance with current professional standards and regulations.
| Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term | First Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Old Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
| Co-ordinators |
|
||
This course will enable healthcare practitioners working in advanced and autonomous clinical roles to expand their knowledge of clinica pharmacology and the related sciences. This knowledge applied in the clinical domain, will enhance your ability to assess and manage patients/clients presenting with acute health problems and/or complex long term conditions.
(The outcomes for this module incorporate a number of the learning outcomes for both Independent and Supplementary Prescribing for Nurses and Allied Health Professionals and Community Practitioner Nurse Prescribing (NMC 2006, HCPC 2013, AHPF 2013) (Appendix 2))
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
Written examination (70%), clinical assessments (15%), case-based discussion (15%).
Students will develop personal formulary and a prescribing Logbook during their work based learning.
Students will receive regular and ongoing feedback on the development and progress of their personal formulary and prescribing logbook.
We have detected that you are have compatibility mode enabled or are using an old version of Internet Explorer. You either need to switch off compatibility mode for this site or upgrade your browser.
