Course aim
This course will enhance your knowledge, skills and attitudes in relation to current renal clinical working environment.You will also develop a critical understanding of care in relation to renal care and be able to deliver high quality patient/client centered care.
Course content
During this module, you will study:
- anatomy and physiology
- pathophysiology
- acute kidney injury
- chronic kidney disease
- renal replacement therapies
- legal and ethical issues
- dietary management
- transplantation
- conservative management
- long term complications of CKD
- psychosocial issues
- end of life care
Teaching and learning
This course is delivered via:
- formal keynote lectures
- group and individual tutorials
- discussions
- e-learning
- seminars work-based learning strategies
Your individually agreed learning objectives will be outlined in a formal learning agreement using a tripartite approach (involving yourself, LJMU and your employer).
You will be expected to attend LJMU on a Monday for a full day every 2 weeks.
Entry requirements
- Alternative qualifications considered The Certificate of Professional Development is part of the IAB Study Abroad system and is designed to provide accreditation primarily for International students joining the BA Hons Musical Theatre programme for one semester Therefore the criteria for admissions normally are 1) That applicants are registered on an undergraduate Musical Theatre / Theatre / Performing Arts programme with a strong practical performance component. 2) That they can demonstrate the practical performance ability (through their transcript), which will allow them to take full advantage of the Certificate of Professional Development. 3) That applicants have successfully completed one full year of study (equivalent to 120 level 4 UK credits) IAB is an equal opportunities organisation and aims to successfully recruit globally based students from a wide range of different socio-economic and personal backgrounds. We recognize and celebrate diversity in our academic community.
How to apply
To apply for this programme, you are required to complete an LJMU CPD application form. You will need to provide details of your qualifications and curent employment.
Assessment
You will be assessed via:
- 3 seminar presentations relating to your learning agreement
- a portfolio of evidence demonstrating agreed objectives within your learning agreement