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PGCert Multidisciplinary Healthcare Simulation

This Multidisciplinary Healthcare Simulation programme from University of Birmingham is designed to provide healthcare educators and other healthcare professional trainers with the knowledge and skills to design, develop and facilitate effective simulation training and education.

Quick Facts

  
Full-Time Duration: TBA
Starting in: October
Tuition Fee: £9,380 per year
Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Suitable for all health care professionals with an interest or involvement in delivering training and education, the main aims of this Multidisciplinary Healthcare Simulation programme from University of Birmingham are to provide you with:

  • an understanding of the principles of adult learning and how they can be applied to multidisciplinary health care simulation training
  • an understanding of the evolution, variety and importance of human factors in healthcare practice
  • the knowledge and skills required to design, develop and facilitate simulation training
  • the debriefing skills required to aid learners subsequent reflection and development

Simulation is becoming increasingly prevalent as a tool for teaching and learning in health care because it provides a safe environment in which students can develop clinical skills and non-technical skills via guided debriefing.

Courses included:

  • Adult learning theory and its application to multidisciplinary healthcare simulation
  • Healthcare Simulation Delivery
  • Human factors in healthcare

“The transition from undergrad to postgrad can be a big step up in terms of workload and what is expected of you, but there is so much support available to you as a postgrad student, from academic writing support (if you’ve been out of education for a few years or just want a bit of extra help) to mental health and wellbeing services. The careers support is fantastic – the uni puts on employer fairs throughout the year and you have access to one on one support from the Careers Network team, who can help you develop your skills ready for your next step!”

Emma Sutton // PhD Psychology

Careers

We recognise that as a postgraduate student you are likely to have specific requirements when it comes to planning for your next career step. Employers expect postgraduates to have a range of skills that exceed their subject knowledge. Careers Network offers a range of events and support services that are designed for all students, including postgraduates looking to find their niche in the job market. The Careers Network also have subject specific careers consultants and advisers for each College so you can be assured the information you receive will be relevant to your subject area.

Requirements

A relevant first degree or an equivalent professional qualification is required, ideally in healthcare and allied specialties (including simulation technicians).

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