Advancing Practice in Health Framework
A multidisciplinary course framework housed in our Division of Dietetics , Physiotherapy , Podiatry and Radiography .
In 2019 we launched our exciting educationally and practice relevant postgraduate Advancing Practice in Health Framework . The framework will be attractive to individuals who want to make a difference to the lives of others locally , nationally and globally . It will be of interest to any individual working in a health-related field such as allied health professionals , nurses , nutritionists , other professionals such as medical practitioners , pharmacists , dentists , and those working in areas such as public health , the community and the voluntary sector . We also welcome enquiries from other interested individuals including international applicants .
The framework aims to foster and develop QMU ’ s mission of cultivating intellectual capital with both a theoretical and practical focus . Learning and teaching is underpinned by research , evidence and scholarship against the background of current and evolving political and social landscape for health and wellbeing .
The framework is based on a model of collaborative multi-professional learning aligned to expectations of the four pillars of advanced practice ( Clinical Practice , Leadership , Education and Research ). There are learning opportunities in areas such as fundamentals of advancing practice , critical analysis , evaluation and research methodologies , as well as a number of more specific modules . The framework also draws on expertise across the University on subjects such as leadership , social science and education .
At QMU we recognise that career opportunities transform over time . In response to this we can facilitate a personalised learning pathway that can lead to PgCert / PgDip / MSc Advancing Practice in Health awards . This may be of particular interest to those who already hold a master ’ s award or wish to study modules in a particular area or pillar of practice .
As part of the framework we also offer a number of named PgDip / MSc awards :
• MSc / PgDip Advancing Practice in Community Health and Wellbeing ( see page 39 )
• MSc / PgDip Advancing Practice in Dietetics ( see page 45 )
• MSc / PgDip Advancing Practice in Medical Imaging ( see page 40 )
• MSc / PgDip Advancing Practice in Physiotherapy ( see page 41 )
• MSc / PgDip Advancing Practice in Podiatry ( see page 42 )
• MSc / PgDip Advancing Practice in Radiotherapy ( see page 44 )
The University also offers an MSc Advancing Practice in Occupational Therapy ( see page 116 ).
Individual modules can also be taken for the purposes of continuous professional development ( CPD ).
Our approach to teaching and learning
The framework offers flexibility in module choice and modes of study ( part-time , full-time , workplace ) that are responsive to individual needs and today ’ s culture of work and learning .
All modules are delivered online and can be studied from a distance . Additional support is available for those new to or returning to master ’ s level study .
Teaching hours and attendance
No on-campus attendance is required at QMU and course material is delivered entirely online . Each 20-credit module will equate with approximately 200 hours of study , which will include regular online contact and independent experiential learning .
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