Ergonomics and Human Factors (Healthcare) Certificate of Credit

Program Overview

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Ergonomics and Human Factors (Healthcare) Certificate of Credit

Overview

The Ergonomics and Human Factors (Healthcare) Certificate of Credit course looks at how ergonomics/human factors perspectives can make an impact and add value within healthcare. During the course, we look at the importance of illness cognitions and health behaviours together with the role of health promotion and the successful management of long-term conditions.

Study Options

• Part-time: 10 weeks
• UK fee: £1,050 (2024/25) ‡
• International fee: £1,050 (2024/25) ‡
• Start date: May
• Location: Online

Course Description

This course is an optional module within our online MSc Ergonomics and Human Factors programme and can be completed as a standalone 10-week course. You will gain 20 credits at level 7 with a Certificate of Credit to evidence your learning achievement.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the course, you will be able to:

1. Critically evaluate the extent to which psychological theory aids our understanding of the relationship between human behaviour and health
2. Have a deep understanding of how ergonomics/human factors can contribute towards patient safety
3. Critically evaluate how the importance of ergonomics/human factors issues can be communicated and disseminated to various stakeholders

Module Content

The indicative content for this module may include:

• Illness cognitions
• Health behaviour
• Health promotion
• Managing chronic conditions
• Ergonomics/human factors and patient safety
• Patient handling
• The internet of medical things
• Medical device usability
• Preventing medical errors
• Understanding adherence
• Patient-professional communication

Delivery

The module is delivered 100% online over 10 weeks using a range of interactive learning materials and some live classroom sessions. Provision is made for discussion and interaction with tutors and fellow students through live virtual classroom sessions and online discussion forums.

Assessment

This course is assessed through 100% coursework with a range of methods, such as essays, research reports, presentations, group work, and practical reports.

Student Support and Guidance

Whilst we encourage our students to become independent, life-long learners, we also recognise that offering the right support and guidance will help you to achieve your goals. There is a wealth of support available to you at the University, from your dedicated Personal Tutor and Online Learner Advisor, through to our:

• Library
• Health and Wellbeing Centre
• Careers and Employability Service
• IT Support
• Union of Students

Careers

This Ergonomics and Human Factors (Healthcare) Certificate of Credit focuses on you obtaining 20 credits at level 7 for your CPD, with the opportunity to continue and study our online Ergonomics and Human Factors MSc.

Entry Requirements

You should possess one of the following:

• A UK undergraduate degree or equivalent international qualification
• Equivalent professional qualification in a relevant discipline

We will also consider application which demonstrate evidence of relevant key practical experience and work-based training.

English Language Qualifications

If English is not your first language, or you have not successfully completed your highest level of qualification in English, you will need an English language qualification. For this course, you will need at least one of the following:

• IELTS 6.5 (minimum of 6.5 in each module)
• TOEFL 550 (paper-based) 213 (computer-based) or 80 (internet-based)
• Cambridge Advanced Certificate: Pass
• London Tests of English: we accept level 5 for postgraduate courses
• International GCE O Level English Language: Grade C
• International GCSE English/English as a Second Language: Grade C
• ASE Proficiency: Pass

Fees and Funding

• 2024/25 for new entrants: £1,050
• 2025/26 for new entrants: £1,080

How to Apply

Please look at our application deadlines before you apply.

• Official photo identification such as a passport or driving licence
• Current CV
• Where you do not have an undergraduate qualification (but do have substantial experience in the field), a reference is required to verify your ability to work to a master's level. The written reference should be supplied on headed paper from either a manager, supervisor, tutor, or teacher who has worked to a master's level or above
• Copies of certificates and transcripts or a letter of testimony for previous qualifications*

*Documents not in English or Welsh must be accompanied by a certified translation by a professional translator/translation company. Each translation must contain:

• Confirmation from the translator that it is an accurate translation of the original document
• The date of the translation
• The full name and signature of the translator, or an authorised official of the company
• The translator's contact details

A list of approved translators can be found on the UK Government website.

Application Deadlines

All of our online courses have set start dates throughout the year. We require time to review your application and get back to you with a response before your course starts. Take a look at information regarding applying for an online course to see full details of deadlines and term dates.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

The Ergonomics and Human Factors (Healthcare) Certificate of Credit course is a 10-week, part-time online program offered by the University of Derby. It focuses on the application of ergonomics and human factors principles within healthcare settings. The course aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of how these perspectives can enhance patient safety, improve healthcare delivery, and contribute to overall well-being.

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Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

• Critically evaluate the role of psychological theory in understanding the relationship between human behavior and health.
• Develop a deep understanding of how ergonomics and human factors contribute to patient safety.
• Critically evaluate the communication and dissemination of ergonomics and human factors issues to various stakeholders.

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Outline:

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Stage 1:

• Core Module: Ergonomics and Human Factors (Healthcare) (Code: 7PS566)

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Module Description:

This module provides a comprehensive overview of ergonomics and human factors principles in healthcare. It explores the importance of illness cognitions, health behaviors, and the role of health promotion in managing long-term conditions. The module delves into medical device usability, medical errors, and communication within healthcare, considering the impact of "the internet of medical things" on patient monitoring and care delivery. It also examines adherence to clinical regimes and the importance of patient-professional communication in fostering effective partnerships.

• Have a deep understanding of how ergonomics/human factors can contribute towards patient safety.
• Critically evaluate how the importance of ergonomics / human factors issues can be communicated and disseminated to various stakeholders.

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Module Content:

• Illness cognitions
• Health behavior
• Health promotion
• Managing chronic conditions
• Ergonomics/human factors and patient safety
• Patient handling
• The internet of medical things
• Medical device usability
• Preventing medical errors
• Understanding adherence
• Patient-professional communication

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Assessment:

The course is assessed through 100% coursework, employing a variety of methods such as essays, research reports, presentations, group work, and practical reports.

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Teaching:

The module is delivered entirely online over 10 weeks, utilizing a blend of interactive learning materials and live classroom sessions. Students engage in discussions and interact with tutors and fellow students through live virtual classroom sessions and online discussion forums. The course benefits from the participation of students enrolled in the Ergonomics and Human Factors MSc program, providing a broader perspective on cognitive ergonomics and psychology from a global student community.

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Careers:

The Ergonomics and Human Factors (Healthcare) Certificate of Credit is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their professional development (CPD) in the field of healthcare. It provides 20 credits at level 7, which can be offset towards the online Ergonomics and Human Factors MSc program. The Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF) serves as a valuable resource for employment opportunities and information on gaining experience in ergonomics.

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Other:

• The University of Derby offers a range of support services to online students, including library access, health and wellbeing resources, careers and employability guidance, IT support, and the Union of Students.
• The course is led by Dr. Victoria Filingeri, an experienced academic in ergonomics with a background in psychology, health psychology, and research in areas such as crowd behavior, rail safety, and the aging population.
• The University of Derby offers a flexible payment plan for online courses, allowing students to pay monthly.
• The University of Derby provides a guide to the application process for online courses.
• The course has set start dates throughout the year, and applications are reviewed before the course begins.
• The University of Derby's Careers and Employment Service offers support to students and graduates for up to three years after graduation, providing job search advice, CV creation, workshops, events, and one-to-one appointments with employment advisors.

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|UK fee|£1,050 (2024/25) | | International fee|£1,050 (2024/25) |