Foundations of Image Interpretation (Level 7)

Program Overview

This online module explores the principles of image perception and the potential for errors in medical decision-making. It examines the implications for healthcare practice, from abnormality detection to report writing, and enhances professionals' skills in evaluating diagnostic images and making reliable decisions. By completing the module, participants can support their career progression and contribute to the delivery of high-quality healthcare services.

Program Outline

Assessment:

4000 word essay.

Careers:

Professionals undertaking this module will be able to use their knowledge and skills to enhance the service they provide in accordance with their employer's policies. Completion of the module may be used as evidence to support career progression, particularly where making reliable decisions from radiographic images is desirable or essential requirement.

Other:

Available as a standalone module: Yes Venue: N/A - Online only Typical intake (s): Semester 1 Entry requirements Registered health professional with access to the appropriate clinical experience. Students who have not previously undertaken study at academic Level 7 (Masters level) are advised to consider the library workshops to support critical writing. Submission date: TBC

Learning Outcomes:

Knowledge and Understanding:

• Explain the underlying principles of image perception.
• Evaluate the practical and functional implications of viewing modalities in relation to reporting.

Intellectual skills:

• Critically evaluate the causes of error and the implications to practice.
• Evaluate the implications of decision making within the wider context of healthcare.

Practical skills:

• Demonstrate understanding of the cognitive and psychological concepts related to evaluation of diagnostic images.
• Critically evaluate the common output approaches to decision making in radiographic imaging.

Transferable skills:

• Undertake critical reflection in relation to individual practice and maintain core competencies and continuing professional development in reporting.
• Critically appraise and lead new developments in relation to individual reporting practice, patient management, service delivery, and quality mechanisms.
• Critically evaluate inter-professional and stakeholder-centred practice in the context of individual professional reporting practice and in a wider health care setting both in the UK and internationally.