MSc Advanced Clinical Practice

The MSc Advanced Clinical Practice at the University of Worcester is a transformative program designed for healthcare professionals looking to advance their clinical skills and knowledge. This course provides students with the opportunity to develop expertise in a specialized area of practice, such as advanced nursing, advanced midwifery, or advanced paramedic practice. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the latest research and best practices in their field, and learn how to apply this knowledge in real-world settings. The program is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical placements, providing students with a comprehensive learning experience. Graduates of this program will be well-prepared to take on leadership roles in their profession and make a significant impact in the delivery of healthcare services.

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The MSc Advanced Clinical Practice program is designed to meet the needs of working healthcare professionals, with flexible study options available. Students can choose from a range of specializations, including chronic disease management, mental health, and advanced critical care. The program also includes a substantial research component, allowing students to investigate a topic of interest in depth. This course is ideal for nurses, midwives, paramedics, and other healthcare professionals looking to advance their skills and knowledge in an area of specialization.

Advance Your Clinical Practice at the University of Worcester: A Leader in Healthcare Education

The University of Worcester is a leading institution for healthcare education, with a strong reputation for producing highly skilled and knowledgeable graduates. The university's commitment to clinical practice and research makes it an ideal setting for this program. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including simulation laboratories and clinical skills suites, as well as the support of experienced faculty members who are leaders in their field.

The MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP) supports registered healthcare practitioners in their continued professional development to Masters Level, focusing on their role, sector, and specialist area in line with the NHSE Multi-professional Advanced Clinical Practice framework. At the beginning of the course, students will identify their own learning needs in collaboration with their Clinical Supervisor, Manager, and Personal Academic Tutor to create an individualized route through the program that builds on their existing knowledge, skills, and experience, whilst enabling achievement of competence and capability at the level of an Advanced Clinical Practitioner. Students can choose to develop more specialist competencies (e.g. College of Emergency Medicine ACP competencies) through the Negotiated Learning Module; or can apply to transfer existing Level 7 credits from modules congruent with their clinical specialism, through the Recognition of Prior Learning route in place of the Negotiated Learning module. Students completing this course will be able to lead and support advanced clinical practice, facilitating change in inpatient and service outcomes.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.