Negotiated Learning Ultrasound Practice
Introduction
This module allows you to study an area of specialised ultrasound relevant to your department's service delivery needs. Through negotiation with the Module Team and Clinical Staff, a framework of required learning outcomes required for safe and effective practice will be identified in order for you to develop competence in the identified specialist area of ultrasound (such as first trimester, breast, DVT, small parts and carotid examinations).
Who the module is aimed at
The module is aimed primarily at Radiographers, Nurses and Medics.
Benefits of taking the module to the individual, the organisation and the patient
The module will develop the skills and competencies required for a focused area of ultrasound clinical practice.
What you learn
You will develop an in depth knowledge of the role of ultrasound, including its limitations, in the demonstration of normal and abnormal anatomy that supports and complements your practical training necessary to achieve competency in a focussed area of ultrasound practice.
General areas covered
- normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology
- normal and pathological sonographic appearances
- differential diagnosis, report writing, communication of results and referral pathways
- new advances in ultrasound technology and practice
- ethical and professional issues.
Skills gained for the workplace, technical skills or academic skills
- patient centred care and communication
- critical evaluation
- image interpretation and report writing
- clinical decision making
- reflective practice and leadership skills.
Professional recognition
This module is accredited by The Consortium for the Accreditation of Sonographic Education (CASE).
Fees and Funding for 2022/23
| Indicative price for stand-alone module |
Home student: £850 EU / International students: £1,205 - this is part-time study and therefore cannot provide sponsorship for Tier 4. |
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| How to apply |
To apply for a self-funded place, please complete and return the application form below: To apply for a Workforce Development / Workforce Transformation funding WDF/WTF funded place, please complete and return the relevant application form below Further information and Workforce Development Funding / CPD Funding online application form |
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Entry requirements
- Relevant professional qualification
- Relevant work experience
- Relevant workplace opportunities and organisation support
- You must have access to 14 hours per week ultrasound scanning with an appropriately qualified clinical supervisor (this is not provided by the University)
The above must be evidenced in your application form.
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Attendance
Delivery Method:
Blended Learning this module will involve a limited number of face-to-face study days supported by online distance learning activities
View our statement on notional study hours »
Provisional timetable
This module is planned to commence during September 2022.
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Assessment
Module assessment is made up of one or more assessment tasks. The assessment task(s) for this module are:
- Practical Assessment
- Presentation
Successful completion of this module will earn you 15 level 7 credits
Further details
For further information please contact the module leader Catriona Hynes - c.hynes@shu.ac.uk or contact the student experience team: