Urgent Care

University of Huddersfield
Postgraduate PgCert Part-time 1 Year Nursing

About this course

This course is aimed at healthcare professionals working in a setting where patients present with minor illness and/or minor injuries. It provides the knowledge and skills required to assess, diagnose and treat minor illness and injury whilst recognising limitations of practice and the need for referral as appropriate.

* Specific cross-cutting themes such history taking, clinical decision making and examination skills will be integrated throughout the course elements.

* You will have opportunity to study with colleagues from other disciplines and specialties and engage in simulation-based learning activities to develop team work and critical understanding.

* The course content is informed by evidence-based guidelines and research and aims to encourage clinical and professional development.

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3213 Medical and dental technicians
2232 Registered community nurses
2235 Registered mental health nurses
2259 Other health professionals
2237 Other registered nursing professionals
2233 Registered specialist nurses

Course Details

Qualification
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Study Mode
Part-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Huddersfield
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Nursing