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PGDip Enhanced Clinical Practitioner (Enhanced Clinical Practitioner degree apprenticeship) at University of the West of England, Bristol

University of the West of England, Bristol, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A postgraduate-level degree apprenticeship for experienced healthcare professionals, leading to a PGDip in Enhanced Clinical Practice at UWE Bristol. It is delivered through blended learning and prepares apprentices for enhanced specialist clinical roles in primary, secondary, community and social care.

Faculty: School of Health and Social Wellbeing  |  Duration: 18 months  |  Intake: September and March  |  Study mode: September and March intakes; degree apprenticeship  |  Location: Bristol, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one covers Leadership and Innovation and Health and Social Care Research: Methods and Methodology (20 credits each) plus 40 credits of optional clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning modules. Year two is 40 credits of Continuing Professional Development modules negotiated with the Programme Leader, followed by an End Point Assessment portfolio.

Career pathways

Progression into enhanced specialist clinical roles across the NHS and wider health and care sector, with the option to top up to a full master's such as MSc Advanced Practice or MSc Clinical Practice.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first degree from a recognised institution of higher education (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area, and current registration with a statutory regulator of health and care professions such as the NMC, HCPC or GPC. Applicants must be employed in a role relevant to the apprenticeship, complete at least six hours per week of off-the-job learning within contracted hours with employer support, be aged 16 or over, have the right to work in the UK, be paid at least the apprentice minimum wage and be supported by their employer, who funds the apprenticeship.

Intake: September and March intakes

Duration: 18 months

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