Paramedicine

Awards

Target Award

Award Description:Master of Science - MS

Alternative Exit

Award Description:Postgraduate Diploma - PD

Award Learning Outcomes:Engage with and take an informed position on advanced practice within a variety of health care settings. Demonstrate how they are both utilising and influencing Research and evidence based practice. Explore, critically review, consolidate and extend and apply a systematic and coherent body of knowledge relating to the advanced practice and the assessment, management of health and illness in the clinical setting.

Programme Offerings

Full-Time

F2F-JMU-SEP

Educational Aims of the Course

Support ongoing development as a knowledgeable and skilful paramedic practitioner. Provide opportunities for learners to develop a systematic understanding of knowledge, and a critical awareness of contemporary and emerging issues in paramedic practice. Enable learners to critically analyse and evaluate the evidence base and current developments in paramedic practice. Enable learners to demonstrate initiative, originality, leadership and self-reflection in decision making. Enable learners to practice with a high level of personal and professional responsibility. Enable learners to develop a comprehensive understanding of methodologies applicable to paramedic practice. Enable learners to create new and interpret existing knowledge through practical understanding of research methodologies. Enable learners to address complex professional issues, systematically and creatively, making sound judgements in the presence of incomplete or contradictory areas of knowledge.

Learning Outcomes

Critically understand advanced paramedic practice.

Devise a suitable research methodology and competently apply appropriate data analysis techniques to investigate work-based problems.

Demonstrate effective and appropriate decision making and problem solving in situations of uncertainty and complexity.

Critically analyse quality systems in the area of advanced paramedic practice and initiate activities for improvement.

Demonstrate advanced clinical reasoning, critical thinking and creative problem solving in the assessment and management of health and illness.

Critically examine and analyse the evidence-base material related to paramedic advanced practice.

Critically examine and analyse issues intrinsic to advanced paramedic practice and development.

Critically analyse health policy and influences of local and national health services.

Critically analyse the factors that are imperative to organisational development and design.

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Recognise the boundaries of advanced paramedic professional roles.

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Articulate the legal and ethical frameworks in which the advanced paramedic will work.

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Demonstrate how advanced paramedic practice is influenced by research and evidence based practice.

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Critically examine and apply the evidence base relating to the area of advanced paramedic practice. Draw on a diverse range of knowledge to critically evaluate and justify the rationale for clinical decisions within the context of advanced paramedic practice. Demonstrate the synthesis of theoretical knowledge and understanding in relation to advanced paramedic practice. Critically debate and articulate the concept of advanced paramedic practice. Appropriately define and justify the scope and boundaries of advanced paramedic practice. Demonstrate leadership and communication skills which enable working across professional, organisational and system boundaries. Develop, implement and evaluate strategies and activities that improve practice and health outcomes. Synthesise, critically evaluate and apply research findings to the subject area. Apply the skills of academic study and enquiry to the study of the subject area. Synthesise information from a number of sources to gain an in depth understanding professional practice. Apply strategies for the appropriate selection of relevant information from a wide body of knowledge. Analyse, interpret and evaluate evidence underpinning practice and initiate change appropriately. Reflect critically and constructively on the advanced paramedic professional role. Use problem solving skills to work effectively both individually and as part of a team. Handle information effectively and present this in a succinct and logical manner. Effectively manage self and others. Manage a project with due attention to time and resource management. Use information technologies to support learning, practice and research activities. Demonstrate innovation in the application of knowledge to practice. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Teaching and learning will take place through a combination of face to face lectures, small-group seminars, workshops, and one-to-one tutorials and focuses on theoretical and methodological material along with research methods. Directed and self-directed study will be delivered via the virtual learning platform (VLE) The assessment strategy depending on route taken includes (but is not limited to): Written essays 20,000-word dissertation Practice based competency assessments Written critical reflections OSCE (objective structured clinical examination) Written report Artefact written script Oral presentation Portfolio Poster Presentation

Opportunities for work related learning

As required within the context of specific modules (Clinical Examination, Clinical Diagnostics), it is recommended that students seek support and guidance from a mentoring perspective and clinical skill acquisition.

Programme Structure

Programme Structure Description

MSc Paramedicine 3-year Part Time Year 1 7001MRESHW Foundations in Research (Core) 20 Credits 7100PQHEAL Concepts of Advanced Paramedic Practice (Core) 20 Credits 70002ELADV Ethical and Legal Issues within Advanced Practice (Core) 10 Credits 79102MCADV Public Health and the Paramedic (Core) 20 Credits Year 2 Any combination of 50 credits level 7 optional modules across semester 1 or 2 which will contribute to final award, which will be planned with programme leader and student in advance Year 3 7010MRESHW Dissertation (Core) 60 Credits ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ For students wishing to undertake the choice module of 7100NPAPP INDEPENDENT AND SUPPLEMENTARY PRESCRIBING (20 credits) please note: This is a professional body accredited programme and as such requires students to follow the employing NHS Trusts (or other health care service) protocols and approvals prior to selecting this as a choice module. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ In addition to the Core, students wanting to achieve an MSc in Paramedicine must select additional credits from the Option module list below: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ The alternative exit award - Postgraduate Certificate in Paramedicine to students who leave the programme after gaining 60 Level 7 credits: Must Include 7100PQHEAL 20 Credits Must include 7001MRESHW 20 Credits Must include 79102MCADV 20 Credits ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ The alternative exit award - Postgraduate Diploma Paramedicine to students who leave the programme after gaining 120 Level 7 credits: Must Include 7100PQHEAL 20 Credits Must include 7001MRESHW 20 Credits Must include 79102MCADV 20 Credits Plus, a further 60 credits EXCLUDES: 7010MRESHW (Dissertation) 60 Credits ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Managing Interruptions to Programmes Students who need to take a leave of absence would make the request via https://myservices.ljmu.ac.uk/ following which the programme leader will approve or reject the request. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Progression Students will progress through the programme in line with the University Academic Framework. Robust fitness to practice and academic measures are in place to act promptly if any concerns are raised regarding a student’s conduct or progress, or where safety or learning is compromised.

Structure

Level 7

Level 7 Core

Level 7 Optional

Approved variance from Academic Framework Regulations

A variance has been approved for 7100NPAPP that all components of the module must be passed including those contained within the practice competency. The examination element (weighted at 40%) has a pass mark of 80%. The numeracy assessment (written examination) within the practice / competency element has a pass mark … For more content click the Read More button below.

Entry Requirements

Alternative qualifications considered

Our philosophy enables us to accept a wide range of applicants. All candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to benefit from and contribute to the programme. Each application is considered by at least two programme tutors. Applications for the MSc Paramedicine will normally be considered in the light of ability to meet the following criteria: Generally students should have a good honours degree (normally 2:2 or above) in a related subject. Appropriate indicators will include two references, academic transcripts or their equivalent. The student must demonstrate a sufficient level of knowledge to embark upon the programme (including the required linguistic competence) and to complete the programme within the required time limits. Students should provide evidence, in the view of the assessors, of the learning capability, study opportunity and commitment to a postgraduate programme of study. Any applications for recognition of prior (experiential) learning (RPEL) will be submitted to the EHC Faculty Recognition Group in line with the University’s Recognition of Prior (Experiential) Learning Policy. The programme of study offers the candidate the opportunity to develop their personal and/or professional skills to an appropriate level. Applications from non-standard applicants are welcomed. The Programme Leader will make a decision on whether to admit the candidate on the basis of experience and consider the support they have for practice related modules. For students wishing to undertake the choice module of 7100NPAPP INDEPENDENT AND SUPPLEMENTARY PRESCRIBING (20 credits) please note: This is a professional body accredited programme and as such requires students to follow the employing NHS Trusts (or other health care service) protocols and approvals prior to selecting this as a choice module.

Course Catalogue

Paramedicine - 36139 - MSc