This programme forms part of the provision offered by the Division of Practice Learning and Midwifery which sits within the School of Nursing and Midwifery.
The information contained within this programme specification is correct as at May 2012.
UCAS/NMAS Course Code/College Course Code:
All prospective students, who wish to register and enroll for the FdA Continuing Care, must meet the following specific entry requirements:
Standard Applicants
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200 UCAS tariff points with a successful interview
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Be employed within the health care sector
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Have access to appropriate IT and network facilitates
Non Standard Applicants
For those who do not satisfy the standard entry requirements, as detailed above related experience may be taken into account as well as evidence of recent study equivalent to the entry level above:
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Be employed within the health care sector
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Have access to appropriate IT and network facilitates
Course Summary
Both the Certificate in Higher Education and the FdA in Continuing Care are modular in nature. Both can be studied as a part time programme. The CertHE is designed to be competed in 18 months The FdA is designed to be completed in 3 years.
For each award there is a mixture of core, specialist and work based modules Work-based learning is a central tenet of this course which will facilitate learning in, from and with the student’s own practice environment.
The overall aim of the course is to provide the opportunity for individual health care workers from a range of backgrounds to develop and enhance their knowledge, skills and understanding of their own area of practice.
Course Aims
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To provide the students with the knowledge, understanding and associated skills that will enable them to work effectively, flexibly and responsively within their care arena.
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To enable students to recognise the scope, depth and breadth of their knowledge and skills within the interprofessional team.
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To provide the students with an appropriate understanding of the regulatory and legislative framework for care pertinent to their role.
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To provide opportunities for students to develop key skills to prepare for further study and / or employment and life long learning.
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To encourage the students to become active learners, thus learning through practice, rather than learning to practice.
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To provide the students with the opportunity to explore methods of research relevant and appropriate to the care setting.
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To enhance the students’ communication and interpersonal skills.
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To develop within the students’ enthusiasm for higher education learning.
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To ensure that the student meets the challenges of delivering health care over the next decade as described by Lord Darzi (Department of Health 2008).
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To meet the Standards of Proficiency for pre registration nursing for the Common Foundation Programme as described by the NMC (2004).
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To provide students with a recognised higher education qualification which provides the opportunity to access an honours degree and / or a professional qualification.
Course Outcomes
All aspects of achievement will be placed in the context of the proper processes of sound anti-discriminatory practice.
On completion of the Certificate of Higher Education the student will be able to:
Knowledge, Understanding and Cognitive Skills
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Understand the regulatory policies and legislative framework pertinent to their role
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Demonstrate the knowledge of the principles and theories underpinning the study of care for the service user in the care sector
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Appreciate how their own values, beliefs and attitudes influence their practice
Key / Transferable / Lifelong Learning Skills
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Communicate effectively using appropriate verbal and non-verbal skills
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Work collaboratively with others to achieve negotiated goals
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Demonstrate appropriate use of information technology and numeracy skills.
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Utilise time management skills to problem solve and prioritise workload
Subject Specific
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Empower service users to be active participants in decision making and planning of care
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Demonstrate the knowledge and skills relevant to their particular work setting
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Contribute to the health and well being of service users as part of a team and in partnership with other agencies
On completion of the Foundation degree the student will be able to:
Knowledge, Understanding and Cognitive Skills
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Transfer and apply previous knowledge, skills and understanding to new situations and contexts relevant to the care of the service user.
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Develop strategies to improve their practice through critical reflection.
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Understand the research process and its application to practice
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Apply rationales for care based upon current theory
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Understand the holistic nature of the person
Key / Transferable / Lifelong Learning Skills
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Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of effective verbal and written communication.
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Work at an appropriate technical and occupational level both individually and as a team member
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Apply information technology appropriately in both academic studies and practice
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Use a range of techniques to plan, monitor and evaluate individual skills to improve performance
Subject Specific - Management of Acute Conditions
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Demonstrate awareness of the individuality of responses to altered physiological states
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Recognise the ethical and legal implications as applied to the care of the service user
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Perform appropriate care interventions of adults with continuing care needs
Course Modules
Certificate in Higher Education
Personal and Professional Development - 20 credits
Communication and Teamwork - 20 credits
Nutrition and Hydration - 20 credits
Human Anatomy and Physiology - 20 credits
Health Care in Society - 20 credits
Infection Control - 20 credits
Continence and Elimination Needs - 20 credits
Elder Abuse: Frameworks for Action - 20 credits
Personal Care - 20 credits
Foundation Degree
Introduction to Research - 20 credits
Management and Leadership Skills - 20 credits
Continuing Personal and Professional Development - 20 credits
Care of the Individual affected by Dementia - 20 credits
Care of the Individual affected by Dementia in the Practice Setting - 20 credits
Principles of Rehabilitation - 20 credits
Rehabilitation in the Practice Setting - 20 credits
Care for the Individual with Diabetes Mellitus - 20 credits
Care of the Individual with Diabetes Mellitus in the Practice Setting - 20 credits
Falls: Prevention and Management - 20 credits
Falls: Prevention and Management in the Practice Setting - 20 credits
End of Life - 20 credits
End of Life in the Practice Setting - 20 credits
Teaching, Learning and Assessment
Learning and Teaching Strategies
The Learning and Teaching strategy will be a blended approach of both on and off-line learning. The strategy will make full and varied use of a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) in the delivery of the modules. The VLE makes the student learning experience central to module delivery, with students having influence over how and what they learn. Traditional methods that will be utilised will include group discussions, interactive lectures, student centred activities and reflective exercises. Reading lists and materials are provided for each module.
The Assessment
A varied and innovative approach will be taken to assessment within the programme. The specific nature of the assessments differs from module to module, depending on the learning outcomes, the learning and teaching strategies, and the type of the module. Assessment will take place both in the workplace and campus setting. The range of assessment approaches includes case studies; poster presentations; work books; essays; competency framework and written reports. All the assessment methods utilised will have a practice focus enabling students to develop the knowledge, skills and understanding to practice effectively within contemporary health and social care practice.
Formative assessment will help maximise learning, identify strengths and weaknesses, encourage self-assessment and help identify a student’s individual need.
Summative assessment indicates the level of achievement towards the successful completion of module outcomes.
Course Delivery
The course is delivered in two, 15 week semesters each academic year and students will normally study two modules per semester.
Each module will normally have 36 traditional contact hours and 24 e-learning hours. Attendance will be once a week for 3 hours, normally between 4pm and 7pm.
Students will be expected to attend all taught components of a module.
Tutorial and Study Support
Students are allocated a personal tutor for their academic needs. They can also utilise the module leader for subject specific needs. The Course Leader is also available to guide and counsel students. Referral to specific departments within UCS for students’ problems (personal and academic) is also available. The development of a community of practice will be a vital component of peer support.
Any other essential Information
All students will be required, as a condition of enrolment, to abide by and to submit to the procedures of UCS’s regulations and procedures, which are amended from time to time.
UCS uses all reasonable endeavours to deliver courses and modules in accordance with the description set out in this course information sheet. In some circumstances, for example, where student numbers are insufficient, rendering the course or module as described unviable, UCS reserves the right to change or to withdraw courses or modules. If UCS withdraws any course or module, it will use all reasonable endeavours to provide a suitable alternative course or module. UCS cannot accept legal or financial liability arising as a result of such changes.
Fees and Payments
Students may be funded by their employer or be self-funding. Details of funding arrangements and the cost of courses / modules can be obtained from Academic Services.
Opportunities on Completion of the Course
On completion of this degree programme, students may seek advancement or new job opportunities, for within their existing area or in other areas of practice. Students may progress to a professional e.g. BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing or non professional qualification e.g. BA (Hons) Care Practice.
Alternative Format
Should you require this programme specification in an alternative format, please contact us on 01473 338000.
University Campus Suffolk reserves the right to amend the information in this programme specification as and when required.