PGCert in Multidisciplinary Healthcare Simulation

Program Overview

It includes simulation sessions in a specialist suite and is assessed through scenario creation, a reflective portfolio, and an essay. The module is led by an Academic General Practitioner with expertise in medical education.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This module forms one part of the Post Graduate Certificate in Multidisciplinary Healthcare Simulation. The aims of this module are:

• Knowledge of the available technologies and how to ‘drive’ the technology.
It also covers the principles of debriefing a simulation scenario.
• Structure: The module is delivered over 3 full days in 2 blocks of teaching (1+2 days) with a 3 week break between blocks.
The break in teaching allows time for reflection and preparation of simulation scenarios in advance of the simulation sessions held in the specialist simulation suite.
• Individual Modules: This module is a standalone module within the Post Graduate Certificate in Multidisciplinary Healthcare Simulation.

Assessment:

Methods of assessment comprise:

• Creation and application of 3 simulation scenarios
• A reflective portfolio
• A 3000 word evidence-based essay

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The teaching will be delivered by Dr Sandeep Randhawa, Academic General Practitioner with a specialist interest and expertise in medical education.
• Faculty: Dr Sandeep Randhawa

Other:

• Credits: 20 Masters level credits
• Module Attendance: Required