| Code | MH6032 |
|---|---|
| Subject Title | Effective Communication in Healthcare |
| Duration | This is a blended module consisting of 2 face-toface workshops, as well as synchronous and asynchronous online sessions. |
| Teaching Mode | Part-Time |
| Fees | É400.00 See Fees and Costs for full details. |
| Closing Date | Closed for applications |
| Venue | Online |
| Credits | 5 |
| Start Date | Closed for applications |
Outline
This is a blended module consisting of 2 face-toface workshops, as well as synchronous and asynchronous online sessions. The face-to-face workshops will be held at Marymount University and Hospice and University College Cork, Brookfield. The entire module will be delivered in 4 sessions over the course of a 1 month period.
This is a blended module consisting of 2 face-toface workshops, as well as synchronous and asynchronous online sessions. The face-to-face workshops will be held at Marymount University and Hospice and University College Cork, Brookfield. The entire module will be delivered in 4 sessions over the course of a 1 month period. The blended learning format is designed to provide students with a flexible educational experience whilst also recognising the benefits of face-to-face learning for this topic to facilitate and enable interaction and engagement in a supportive and safe learning environment. If, for example, due to further impact of COVID19, face-to-face delivery is not possible, this content will be delivered entirely online.
Contact hours: 20 hours: 12 hours Online synchronous and asynchronous teaching (online learning and online moderated group discussions and e-tivities)); 8 hours Workshops (Face to Face).
Self-Directed study (including reading, preparation of assignments, reflection): 80 hours. Contact Hours* 9TBC 80 or 125 hours).
Please contact the Nursing and Midwifery should you have any specific questions on this module. By e-mail or telephone.
Orientation Semester 1 29 August 2023
| Date | Location |
|---|---|
| Thurs PM 19th Oct 2023 | On Line |
| Mon PM 23rd Oct 2023 | On Line |
| Mon PM 6th Nov 2023 | On Line |
| Wed 8th Nov 2023 | All Day Marymount Campus |
| Mon 13th Nov 2023 | On Line |
| Wed AM 15th Nov 2023 | On Line |
| Mon PM 20th Nov 2023 | On Line |
| Wed All Day 22nd Nov 2023 | TBC |
Requirements
The Continuing Professional Development modules in Nursing and Midwifery are open to registered health care professionals in Nursing, Midwifery, Medicine, and Clinical Therapies or other allied disciplines. Some modules are open to registered nurses/midwives only (indicated below beside individual modules).
Applicants who are practising health care professionals must provide evidence of current registration with the relevant professional regulatory body (e.g. the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (active registration), the Irish Medical Council, the Health & Social Care Professions Council (or equivalent regulatory body for pharmacists, occupational therapist, podiatrists, speech and language therapists etc.)) Applicants from allied disciplines must provide evidence of professional certification, where appropriate.
Students, or applicants in receipt of an offer, taking certain modules will be subject to Garda Vetting as relevant. Students will be prohibited from engaging in a relevant work placement unless the vetting process has been cleared. Click here to view UCC's Student Garda Vetting Policy.
Applicants who are under 23 years of age must satisfy the minimum entry requirements as for the Degrees in Nursing or Midwifery, as set out here
Applicants who do not meet these requirements, may, by virtue of their training and experience, at the discretion of the Programme Team, be deemed suitable for entry to the module. Such candidates may be requested to undergo an interview.
Applicants for Nursing and Midwifery CPD modules who do not hold an up-to-date IELTS certificate showing the requisite Academic Board approved COMH scores must demonstrate evidence of appropriate work experience within an English language environment for at least the previous 2 years.
- Required : An honours primary degree or an equivalent qualification in an appropriate healthcare profession* to be approved by the programme team; ▪ In some circumstances applicants who do not meet these requirements, by virtue of their training and experience may, at the discretion of the Programme Team, be deemed suitable for entry to the programme. Such candidates may be requested to undergo an interview. * A relevant health care profession includes but is not limited to medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech and hearing science, psychology, social science, pastoral care, art therapy.
Fees and Costs
The fee for this module is €400.00 There is also a €35 application fee.
How To Apply
Closed for applications.
- To apply for this module please log on to the UCC APPLY page and create an account.
- Gather any additional documents required (including a passport-style photo), copy of your degree parchment if not a previous UCC graduate.
- An application fee of €35 will be payable on submission of your application via the same platform.