PgCert Advanced Communication Skills
Part-time, Distance learning
Location • Collegiate Campus
Subject area • Radiotherapy and oncology
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Normally, you need
• a qualification of equivalent standard and relevance, such as a first degree or professional qualification in another healthcare subject
• a minimum of one year post-qualification clinical experience
You also need to
• satisfy us of your ability to complete the course
• have access to the internet, be able to online resources and be available to attend the University for the taught parts of the course
If English is not your first language you need at least 6.5 IELTS score.
Course enrolment - professional requirements
Before enrolling, you must fully declare during the admissions process any
• unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings. For further information on convictions that must be declared see the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) website.
• disciplinary proceedings during paid or voluntary employment or educational establishments
• involvement with safeguarding proceedings, social services or related organisations
You also need to complete
• a DBS Enhanced Disclosure, and provide us with a copy of your DBS Enhanced Disclosure Certificate if requested. Enrolment also depends on the DBS check being deemed suitable for professional training.
• occupational health screening to determine your suitability to undertake the course and an approved programme of immunisation, as recommended by the Department of Health. Health screening and immunisation are provided by the University.
If your personal circumstances change in relation to any of the professional requirements – from when you apply to the end of your course – you must tell the Professional Issues Team immediately by calling 0114 225 3995 or 0114 225 5786.
Part-time and distance learning
• advanced communication and information in supportive care – distance learning over four months during semester one
• advanced communication skills in practice – distance learning over four months during semester two including three university study days over two weekends
Complete the application form available at www.shu.ac.uk/study/form
2013/14 academic year
Typically £1,530 for the course
The course fee may be subject to annual inflationary increase. For further information on fees and funding see www.shu.ac.uk/funding
2013/14 academic year
Typically
£600 per 15 credit module
£1,200 per 30 credit module
2014/15 academic year
Typically
£615 per 15 credit module
£1,230 per 30 credit module
The course fee may be subject to annual inflationary increase. For further information on fees, scholarships and bursaries see www.shu.ac.uk/international/fees
• essays • portfolios • contribution to online discussion forums
Both modules on this course have direct impact on developing communication skills in your own clinical practice
Distance learning study
Distance learning is a rewarding and flexible way to learn. You study at the time, place and often pace of your choosing, to fit around your personal and working life. Like all types of learning, you need skills in personal organisation, time management, self-motivation, and a commitment to academic study.
As a distance learning student, you normally learn away from the University – in your own home or place of work. Most of our distance learning courses are delivered online via a portal called Blackboard.
We prepare you for your distance learning course with an online induction package. It helps you develop and practise your skills and allows any issues, concerns or development needs to be addressed prior to commencing a course of study.
You're fully supported by our learning centre, with library database searches and information enquiries, journal article supply and other help in accessing library and information services, all without having to travel to Sheffield.
We believe that you learn best when you engage in prolonged debate. Your course provides an active learning experience, with an ongoing dialogue between you, your peers and your tutors via discussion forums, blogs and others. You carry out a series of structured tasks, which build towards a successful final assessment submission.
John Sharpe (1:34)
John Sharpe, Rolls-Royce employee, and one of our MSc Total Quality Management and Organisational Excellence graduates talks about his experiences of studying a distance learning course while working.
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Staff profiles
Visit the Department of Allied Health Professions website to view profiles of the staff who teach in this subject area.
