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Critical Care PGCert at Bangor University

Bangor University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A part-time postgraduate certificate preparing practitioners to care safely and holistically for acutely and critically ill patients, building on existing knowledge and skills. It is designed for practitioners working in acute and critical care areas.

Duration: 1 year part-time  |  Intake: September  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Location: Bangor, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Three 20-credit modules: Fundamental Critical Care, Advanced Critical Care and a Work Based Learning module. Topics include sepsis, acid-base balance, haemodynamic monitoring, pharmacology, respiratory support, haemofiltration, ethical considerations and organ donation. Taught face to face and online; assessed by blogging, presentation, assignment, examination and clinical competencies.

Career pathways

Designed for practitioners working in acute and critical care areas.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Registration with the NMC/HCPC and employment within an acute practice area. English language: IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5. The pathway is not suitable for international applicants because it is part-time and requires current NMC registration and access to an acute or intensive care environment. Admissions are rolling.

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 1 year part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bangor.ac.uk/study/apply

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