Program Overview
Course Details
Allied health professionals (AHPs) make up one of the largest and arguably most important groups of professionals in the UK. Increasingly in high demand, AHPs come from a range of medical and related backgrounds, bringing diverse skill sets to their roles.
Ideal for AHPs with at least three years of experience, this course will challenge you to apply planning, cooperation, critical analysis and decision-making skills to your work, taking account of local or national guidelines.
You'll explore a wide range of subjects, including clinical pharmacology, the psychology of prescribing and professional accountability, and have the opportunity to complete practice-based learning under the supervision of your mentor.
The programme is designed to meet the needs of AHPs and their employers. It aims to equip you with the communication skills, diagnostic abilities and legal and professional understanding necessary for safe, appropriate and cost-effective prescribing.
With a professional development qualification in non-medical independent and supplementary prescribing from the University of Bolton, you'll have the chance to build on your knowledge and experience, offer advanced patient care and become more competitive in the jobs market.
This course is known colloquially as V300, although this term is purely an NMC term.
Highlights
Our academic staff have a wealth of industry experience in NHS settings and relevant research positions.
We've been offering high-quality courses specifically designed to meet the needs of the health and social care sector for over 30 years.
This course combines knowledge of theory and practice. We'll support you in developing your prescribing consultation skills and applying your growing understanding of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics in practice.
When you successfully complete the course, you'll be eligible to register your qualification as an Independent/Supplementary Prescriber with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). You'll also possess 40 credits at Level HE6 that can be used to contribute to a larger award in the University of Bolton's professional development framework.
Key Features
Our courses are developed to reflect the requirements of the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework and are updated regularly in accordance with the changing healthcare landscape.
As part of this course, you'll have the opportunity to develop employability skills, values and behaviours, including action planning, personal impact and confidence.
You'll explore how to communicate effectively with patients and carers and assess patients' needs for medicines, taking account of their wishes, values, ethnicity and choices in their treatment.
We review the course curriculum regularly to ensure we incorporate contemporary theories and advancements.
This course is designed to help you achieve your potential and encourages you to take charge of your development to advance your career in healthcare.
Your employer may give you financial support to undertake this course, or you may be self-funded.
When you successfully complete this course, the University of Bolton will award you an Advanced Diploma of CPD in Non-Medical Independent and Supplementary Prescribing for Allied Health Professionals worth 40 credits at Level HE6.
