Sleep Medicine - PGCert

Program Overview

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Through a blended learning approach, the program equips participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage and treat sleep disorders in their clinical practice. The program is fully funded by NHS England and addresses the sleep medicine skills gap within the NHS workforce.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

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Overview:

This 12-month Postgraduate Certificate in Sleep Medicine equips healthcare professionals with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to practice sleep medicine. The course addresses the sleep medicine skills gap within the NHS workforce by upskilling existing professionals.

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Objectives:

• Enhance the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals in the field of sleep medicine.
• Address the sleep medicine skills gap within the NHS.
• Prepare graduates to effectively manage and treat sleep disorders in their clinical practice.

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Program Description:

• Practice-led program designed for healthcare professionals employed by the NHS.
• Blended learning approach combining online modules and on-campus block weeks.
• Content developed by clinical specialists from the National School of Healthcare Science and NHS England, alongside professional bodies.
• Focus on evidence-based and clinically relevant content.

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Outline:

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Content:

• Introduction to Sleep Medicine
• Sleep Disorders

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Structure:

• Blended learning format with online modules and on-campus block weeks.
• Course materials delivered through a virtual learning environment.
• Synchronous and asynchronous online learning sessions.
• Emphasis on knowledge application and integration with clinical practice.

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Course Schedule:

• Two modules running in parallel to allow for knowledge and skills integration.
• Each module includes two summative assessments.
• Opportunities for formative feedback before each summative assessment.
• Work-based competence portfolio required for the Sleep Disorders module.

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Individual Modules:

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Introduction to Sleep Medicine:

• Provides a foundation in the clinical investigation and assessment of sleep disorders.

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Sleep Disorders:

• Offers in-depth knowledge and understanding of the full range of sleep disorders.
• Includes a work-based competence portfolio.

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Assessment:

• Applied and practice-led approach with diverse assessment types.
• Two summative assessments per module.
• Variety of assessments including case studies, practical skills assessments, written assessments with clinical scenarios, and presentations.
• Flexibility in some assessments to tailor assignments to individual interests and career goals.
• Work-based competence portfolio for the Sleep Disorders module.

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Teaching:

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Teaching Methods:

• Blended learning approach with online modules and on-campus block weeks.
• Focus on knowledge application and integration with clinical practice.

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Faculty:

• Academic, scientific, and clinical experts in the field of sleep medicine.
• Clinical specialists from the National School of Healthcare Science and NHS England.

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Unique Approaches:

• Practice-led curriculum with authentic practice embedded in all teaching and learning activities.
• Work-based competence portfolio integrated into the Sleep Disorders module.
• Cohesive program design with alignment between teaching and assessments.

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Careers:

• Improved career prospects for healthcare professionals in the field of sleep medicine.
• Enhanced skills and knowledge for effective management and treatment of sleep disorders.
• Eligibility for further specialized training in sleep medicine.

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Other:

• Fully funded by NHS England.
• Students employed in NHS roles across England.
• Course materials developed by clinical specialists and professional bodies.
• Focus on evidence-based and relevant content.
• Blended learning approach with online modules and on-campus block weeks.
• The program is designed for healthcare professionals employed by the NHS.
• Application and funding are managed by the National School of Health Care Science with NHS England.