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Course/Module Code
UZTRUU-20-3
Level
3
Fees
25-26 Non Accredited 20 credits
£863.00
Unassessed
25-26 Accredited 20 Credits
£1155.00
Assessed
Select course date below to see all attendance days and to apply.If no course dates are shown below this could be due to high demand or no availability. If your course is being funded by your employer and they have bought places in advance you will need to contact them to be given the links to apply.
Applications
University
Assessment
Assessment for this module comprises the following:
At level 6
A written assignment demonstrating knowledge and understanding of a specific area of treatment/intervention to a person living with asthma (3,000 maximum words). The essay should include the pathophysiology of asthma and how effective the treatment/intervention is in order to meet the person's healthcare needs. The essay should clearly demonstrate understanding of the role of the practitioners in enhancing future practice.
Presentation on effectiveness of treatment: Evaluate and critique a specific area of treatment or diagnostic tool for an individual with asthma. This promotes peer learning and appreciation of different roles in the delivery of service in healthcare. This will enable a student to explore the foundations for the summative assessment.
At level 7 (Masters level)
A written assignment demonstrating knowledge and understanding of a specific area of treatment/intervention to a person living with asthma (3,000 word maximum). The essay should include the pathophysiology of asthma and how effective the treatment/intervention is in order to meet the person's healthcare needs. The essay should clearly demonstrate understanding of the role of the practitioners in enhancing future practice.
Presentation on effectiveness of treatment: Evaluate and critique a specific area of treatment or diagnostic tool for an individual with asthma. This promotes peer learning and appreciation of different roles in the delivery of service in healthcare. This will enable a student to explore the foundations for the summative assessment.
Careers/further study
This module can contribute towards the PGCert Health and Social Care, MSc Clinical Practice, and the Professional Development Awards. If you have any queries, please contact the Professional Development team (pd@uwe.ac.uk).
The Level 6 module can contribute towards:
The level 7 module can contribute towards:
Content
The module syllabus typically covers:
Introduction to asthma
Diagnosing and monitoring
Non-pharmacological and pharmacological management
Assessment and Management of Acute Asthma
Self-management
*Please note, for the Introduction to diagnostic testing, Physical examination and history taking sessions, are brief overviews of these processes. They do not provide accredited skills or assure competency in practice on completion of this module. If you would like to do an accredited course regarding spirometry, please consider one of the following courses through the Association for Respiratory Technology and Physiology. For the physical examination and history taking, UWE Bristol runs a Physical Assessment and Clinical Reasoning module.
Course Director
Entry Requirements
You must hold a registered healthcare qualification and be independently accountable for the treatment and management of disease specific asthma care.
Introduction
The 20 credit module, Asthma Care and Management, gives registered practitioners the opportunity to study asthma holistically and in-depth, including factors related to the pathophysiology, assessment, and management of the pharmacological and non-pharmacological care.
The module, available at level 6 (UZTRUU-20-3) or level 7 (UZTRUT-20-M), aims to develop registered practitioners to confidently and competently contribute to the care and management of individuals with asthma.
On successful completion of the level 6 or level 7 module, you will be able to:
Key Facts
You may be able to study these modules at Level 6 (BSc level) or Level 7 (Masters level) depending on your academic circumstances. Please contact the CPD Team or the Module Leader for advice if you are unsure which level would be best for you.
Learning and Teaching
Scheduled learning includes lectures and seminars. Independent learning includes hours engaged with essential reading especially activities online, case study preparation and presentation, assignment preparation and completion.
Study facilities
The College of Health, Science and Society has an excellent reputation for the quality of its teaching and the facilities it provides.
Take a personalised virtual tour of the Health Professions facilities and experience what a typical day could look like here for you.
Telephone
Title
20 credit level 6 and level 7 module
Click here to ask us a question about this course. Please include your full name with your question. If required, please let us know if you want us to add you to the future dates mailing list. Alternatively you may email us directly at pd@uwe.ac.uk
To view all CPD courses offered by UWE Bristol, please select (click on) the box below
View coursesCourse/Module Code
UZTRUT-20-M
Level
M
Fees
25-26 Non Accredited 20 credits
£863.00
Unassessed
25-26 Accredited 20 Credits
£1155.00
Assessed
Select course date below to see all attendance days and to apply.If no course dates are shown below this could be due to high demand or no availability. If your course is being funded by your employer and they have bought places in advance you will need to contact them to be given the links to apply.
Applications
University
Assessment
Assessment for this module comprises the following:
At level 6
A written assignment demonstrating knowledge and understanding of a specific area of treatment/intervention to a person living with asthma (3,000 maximum words). The essay should include the pathophysiology of asthma and how effective the treatment/intervention is in order to meet the person's healthcare needs. The essay should clearly demonstrate understanding of the role of the practitioners in enhancing future practice.
Presentation on effectiveness of treatment: Evaluate and critique a specific area of treatment or diagnostic tool for an individual with asthma. This promotes peer learning and appreciation of different roles in the delivery of service in healthcare. This will enable a student to explore the foundations for the summative assessment.
At level 7 (Masters level)
A written assignment demonstrating knowledge and understanding of a specific area of treatment/intervention to a person living with asthma (3,000 word maximum). The essay should include the pathophysiology of asthma and how effective the treatment/intervention is in order to meet the person's healthcare needs. The essay should clearly demonstrate understanding of the role of the practitioners in enhancing future practice.
Presentation on effectiveness of treatment: Evaluate and critique a specific area of treatment or diagnostic tool for an individual with asthma. This promotes peer learning and appreciation of different roles in the delivery of service in healthcare. This will enable a student to explore the foundations for the summative assessment.
Careers/further study
This module can contribute towards the PGCert Health and Social Care, MSc Clinical Practice, and the Professional Development Awards. If you have any queries, please contact the Professional Development team (pd@uwe.ac.uk).
The Level 6 module can contribute towards:
The level 7 module can contribute towards:
Content
The module syllabus typically covers:
Introduction to asthma
Diagnosing and monitoring
Non-pharmacological and pharmacological management
Assessment and Management of Acute Asthma
Self-management
*Please note, for the Introduction to diagnostic testing, Physical examination and history taking sessions, are brief overviews of these processes. They do not provide accredited skills or assure competency in practice on completion of this module. If you would like to do an accredited course regarding spirometry, please consider one of the following courses through the Association for Respiratory Technology and Physiology. For the physical examination and history taking, UWE Bristol runs a Physical Assessment and Clinical Reasoning module.
Course Director
Entry Requirements
You must hold a registered healthcare qualification and be independently accountable for the treatment and management of disease specific asthma care.
Introduction
The 20 credit module, Asthma Care and Management, gives registered practitioners the opportunity to study asthma holistically and in-depth, including factors related to the pathophysiology, assessment, and management of the pharmacological and non-pharmacological care.
The module, available at level 6 (UZTRUU-20-3) or level 7 (UZTRUT-20-M), aims to develop registered practitioners to confidently and competently contribute to the care and management of individuals with asthma.
On successful completion of the level 6 or level 7 module, you will be able to:
Key Facts
You may be able to study these modules at Level 6 (BSc level) or Level 7 (Masters level) depending on your academic circumstances. Please contact the CPD Team or the Module Leader for advice if you are unsure which level would be best for you.
Learning and Teaching
Scheduled learning includes lectures and seminars. Independent learning includes hours engaged with essential reading especially activities online, case study preparation and presentation, assignment preparation and completion.
Study facilities
The College of Health, Science and Society has an excellent reputation for the quality of its teaching and the facilities it provides.
Take a personalised virtual tour of the Health Professions facilities and experience what a typical day could look like here for you.
Telephone
Title
20 credit level 6 and level 7 module
Click here to ask us a question about this course. Please include your full name with your question. If required, please let us know if you want us to add you to the future dates mailing list. Alternatively you may email us directly at pd@uwe.ac.uk
To view all CPD courses offered by UWE Bristol, please select (click on) the box below
View courses