Senior Lecturer

Professional Studies: Anaesthetic Practice - UH-000736

The University of Huddersfield seeks and encourages applicants in order to widen participation, improve access and apply the principles of equal opportunities.  We provide support for applicants who require additional assistance in order to select the right course of study and make a successful transition to studying at University.  We encourage local, national and international applications.
Further information for International Students can be found on:
<a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/international">http://www.hud.ac.uk/international</a>
Every person who applies for this course and meets the minimum entry requirement – regardless of any disability – will be given the same opportunity in the selection process. General advice and information regarding disability and the support the University can give can be found by contacting student services as follows:
Telephone: 01484 472675
Email: disability@hud.ac.uk
Further information is available at their website at:
<a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/disability-services/">http://www.hud.ac.uk/disability-services/</a>
However, the specific entry requirements and admission criteria for this course are detailed below.           
<ul>
<li>Applicants are expected to be registered as a nurse with NMC and working within the perioperative environment. This will be confirmed during the application process.     </li>
<li>Where practice learning is undertaken in module HHO3005 applicants should have supernumerary status.</li>
<li>Disclosure and Barring Service checks are not required for this course.</li>
</ul>

UH-000736 - Professional Studies: Anaesthetic Practice

Masters Compulsory

Masters Core

Masters Optional

Masters Level

Structure

Demonstrate self-awareness in the application of a reflective approach to the evaluation of anaesthetic practice, identifying areas of good practice and where quality improvements may be made.

Communicate clear, accurate and reliable information in a timely manner. 

Analyse the physiological principles applied in anaesthetic practice.

Analyse the role of the anaesthetic practitioner in managing the risks associated with anaesthesia.

Demonstrate analysis of own anaesthetic practice addressing areas of development immediately following completion of study.

Demonstrate a professional approach to competent anaesthetic care.

Participate in and initiate effective team and collaborative working.

Construct a personal development plan to improve patient anaesthetic care.

Demonstrate leadership and team-working within the anaesthetic environment.

Evaluate the performance of self and others, taking into account patients’ needs and service requirements. 

The methods for the validation and annual evaluation of courses, including those validated by external bodies, and for the review of teaching and research and of academic support services are specified in the University’s Quality Assurance Procedures for Taught Courses which can be found on the Registry website as follows:
<a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/registry/regulationsandpolicies/qa">http://www.hud.ac.uk/registry/regulationsandpolicies/qa</a>
 
The School is committed to comprehensive student engagement and works actively with the University of Huddersfield Student Union to support this through the student representative system see further information at: .
<a href="http://www.huddersfield.su/courserepwebsite">http://www.huddersfield.su/courserepwebsite</a>
 
Within the School students are represented at committee level from Student Panels to the School Board. The School also has a Student Council.  Individual feedback on the quality and standards of teaching and learning is received through module and course evaluations. A West Yorkshire, web based evaluation tool is used to gain statistical evaluation of placement experience.
 
An effective external examination system is managed by Registry and all reports are viewed at University, School and course levels.  External examiner and student feedback, as well as all statistical data about the course, is reported through the course committee structure and scrutinised through the University wide annual evaluation process.

UH-000736

This programme specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the course and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.  More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module can be found in the study module guide and course handbook.  The accuracy of the information contained in this document is reviewed by the University and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.
 
The outcome of the most recent institutional audit can be found at:
<a href="http://www.qaa.ac.uk/InstitutionReports/Reports/Pages/inst-audit-Huddersfield-10.aspx">http://www.qaa.ac.uk/InstitutionReports/Reports/Pages/inst-audit-Huddersfield-10.aspx</a>

Personal Tutor
This system aims to both improve the student experience of learning and teaching, and increase student retention and achievement rates.  Specifically personal tutors:
<ul>
<li>Provide a personal contact for the student within the University and the School.</li>
<li>Act as a liaison between the student and course leaders to seek any improvements required</li>
<li>Offer guidance, assistance and support in managing the student's academic experience</li>
<li>Recognise when the problems presented are beyond the personal tutor's competence and seek guidance and support for the student through the University and/or School referral processes.</li>
<li>Work with students to review and reflect upon their own progress and if necessary on ways to improve it.</li>
<li>Take part in supportive training events.</li>
</ul>
Where personal tutor arrangements do not apply, the first point of contact for students is the Student Hub.
Module Leader
The module leader is responsible for assessment and for oversight of teaching and learning for the modules within this course.
Course Leader
The course leader is responsible for the entire quality assurance arrangements for the course.
Partner Site Level
Practice Education Facilitator (PEF) Team
The students will have access to the PEF team at all times.
Practice Education Facilitator (PEF)
These staff are employed by the organisations in which the students will be working and undertake the clinical element of the course. These staff support and co-ordinate the placements for ODP students and will undertake the same role for students on the certificate in Anaesthetic Practice. There will be a named PEF who will coordinate the partner provision supporting teaching, learning and assessment. The named PEF is responsible for teaching and learning for the modules within this course. The named PEF will ensure that students are allocated to practice areas in a supernumerary capacity and aligned to the student’s stage of development. This PEF will ensure that the student is supervised by a Registered Nurse (NMC) or Registered ODP (HCPC) who is experienced in anaesthetic practice at all times. The PEF will also ensure that a mentor is assigned to each student for the duration of the course. The mentor is responsible for ongoing practice assessment and recording the outcomes of this assessment in the student’s Personal Development Portfolio..
Mentor
The mentor is a Registered Nurse (NMC) or Registered ODP (HCPC) who holds a Recognised Mentorship (or Supporting Learning in Practice) qualification and is experienced in Anaesthetic Care. The mentor will be responsible for supporting the student while undertaking the clinical elements of the certificate in anaesthetic practice and making decisions on their competence. These competences required to be achieved are listed within the Personal Development Portfolio.