Advanced Clinical Practice Degree Apprenticeship

Program Overview

This Advanced Clinical Practice Degree Apprenticeship equips experienced clinicians with advanced skills in clinical practice, research, education, and leadership. Aligned with industry standards, it offers a blended learning model with academic modules and workplace training. Graduates are prepared for roles as Advanced Clinical Practitioners, enhancing their career options. The program is eligible for funding and is seeking HEE accreditation.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• experienced clinicians

Outline:

• The program consists of three academic years with modules focused on:
• Advanced Consultation and Physical Examination Skills (30 credits)
• Diagnostic Reasoning for Advanced Clinical Practice (15 credits)
• Research Methods for Health Professionals (15 credits)
• Applied Prescribing or Practice Certificate in Independent Prescribing (45 credits)

Assessment:

• Integrated apprenticeship incorporating **program-based academic and workplace learning.

• Final End Point Assessment (EPA):
• Open Book Examination
• Presentation of Practice
• knowledge, skills, and behaviours

Careers:

• Completion of the program enhances career options and prepares graduates for roles as Advanced Clinical Practitioners.

Other:

• healthcare professional with a relevant honors degree
• Start Date: September 2023
• Funding Band: £12,000 allocated by the **Institute for Apprenticeships (IfA).

• Contact Information:
• Programme Lead: Cath Watson (Cath.watson@dmu.ac.uk)
• Co-Programme Lead: Jo Steventon (Joanne.Steventon@dmu.ac.uk)
• **DMU ACP Apprenticeship is seeking HEE accreditation in Spring 2023.