Hypertension - PGCert at University of South Wales

Programme overview

PGCert Hypertension is an online part-time course validated by USW and delivered with Learna, covering hypertension from pathophysiology to current treatment, with a focus on managing hypertension in special populations. It is designed for healthcare professionals such as GPs, cardiologists, nurses and pharmacists.

Duration: 6 months part-time (60 credits) | Intake: March 2027 (online) | Study mode: online | Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Three 20-credit modules of six weeks each: Epidemiology, Pathophysiology, Diagnosis and Investigation of Hypertension; Management of Hypertension (lifestyle modifications and pharmacological treatment); Hypertension in Special Circumstances (pregnancy, diabetes, elderly patients, ethnic minority backgrounds, malignant, resistant and secondary hypertension). Small online groups of 10 to 20 students with a dedicated tutor.

Career pathways

Suited to GPs, cardiologists, endocrinologists, nephrologists, nurses, pharmacists, dietitians, physiotherapists and public health professionals.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Assessed individually; applicants typically hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject from a UK university or overseas equivalent, show in the personal statement how they can apply learning in practice and reflect on practice, have basic IT skills, and hold an English language qualification if English is not their first language. Applications are made through delivery partner Learna Ltd.

Intake: March 2027 (online)

Duration: 6 months part-time (60 credits)

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