Designed for nurses working in adult critical care, you'll be taught by experts with a wealth of experience. The course is updated and mapped to the most contemporary research and guidelines. A blended approach will allow you to learn flexibly.
Nurses working in adult critical care have a vital role in caring for seriously ill patients. This course is designed for those working in an adult critical care setting. It provides an academic structure based on Steps 2 and 3 of the National Competencies for Adult Critical Care Nurses (CC3N, 2016). This helps you develop and demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills in this area.
Why Sunderland for Short courses and CPDThe course is taught using two 30-credit modules:
The modules develop your skills in assessing and managing critically ill patients. They also prepare you to become a more independent practitioner. You’ll build confidence in:
The course will run over eight months, with four months per module. The first module runs every Tuesday 9am-3pm, unless stated. This includes three classroom study days.
The second module runs every tuesday. It will alternate between an on-campus masterclass and study sessions. These study sessions are for Self-Directed Support (SDS) and assessment literacy. There will be six on-campus masterclasses.
Modules are taught using a multi-modal, blended approach. This allows for a more student-centered, flexible learning environment. This will encompass:
The VLE platform will be the focus of self-directed synchronous and asynchronous learning. All sessions will be taught by faculty members with significant Critical Care experience.
Authentic and traditional assessments will include:
Formative assessment, feedback, and assessment literacy will be given throughout the course.
You'll need to complete the Step 2 and 3 National Competencies and accredited modules to complete the programme. You'll then be recognised as a certified Critical Care Nurse by the Critical Care Network.
To be eligible for this course, you must:
We're able to consider your Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) for the first module. To do this, you must have met the learning outcomes and completed Step 2 competencies.
Employers usually meets course costs. We advise that you speak to your workforce development lead before applying.
We also accept self-funded applicants. If you'd like to explore your options, contact us at cpd@sunderland.ac.uk(opens in new tab).
Contact our team for further information about applying for this course. Call 0191 515 3361(opens in new tab) or email cpd@sunderland.ac.uk(opens in new tab).