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University Accredited Standalone CPD Modules
Not ready for a full programme? Try a standalone module.
If you’re not ready to commit to a full graduate or postgraduate programme, you can still further your career through our standalone module option.
Our university-accredited modules are developed and delivered by expert clinical practitioners and educators. We understand the demands of a busy professional life, so these modules offer flexibility to study at your own pace while earning academic credits that build your knowledge and enhance your career.
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Explore our current standalone modules below.
Care of Children and Young People Undergoing Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
PCH3814/PCH4814
This 30-credit module aims to provide the learner with the skills, knowledge and understanding to care for the complex population of critically ill children receiving Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Caring for Children and Young People in the Recovery Room
PCH3803/PCH4803
The aim of this 15-credit module is to build on the recovery practitioner’s knowledge and critical reasoning skills of the child and young person’s post-operative care.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Foundations of Paediatric Intensive Care Nursing (PICU 1)
PCH3804/PCH4804
This 15-credit module aims to enhance the expertise of healthcare practitioners in the field of Paediatric Intensive Care (PIC). Focused on the intricacies of this specialised area of paediatric practice, it aims to provide practitioners with a foundational knowledge of children’s intensive care.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Care of the Child with Cardiac and Respiratory Compromise (PICU 2)
PCH3802/PCH4802
This 15-credit module follows on from the Foundations of Paediatric Intensive Care Nursing (PICU 1) module.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Nursing Interventions for the Child in Paediatric Intensive Care (PICU 3)
PCH3805/PCH4805
This 30-credit module follows on from PICU 1 (PCH3804/PCH4804) and PICU 2 (PCH3802/PCH4802), therefore practitioners will utilise the skills and knowledge gained to delve further into the clinical complexities of nursing interventions in paediatric intensive care (PIC).
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Caring for Children and Young People in Critical Care level 1 and 2 (High Dependency)
PCH3806/PCH4806
The aim of this 15-credit module is to significantly enhance the knowledge and skills of healthcare practitioners working with paediatric critical care level 1 and 2 patients within paediatric wards or high dependency units.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Caring for Children and Young People Undergoing Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant (HSCT)
PCH3816/PCH4816
The aim of this 15-credit module is to provide the learner with the theory that underpins haematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT).
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Caring for Children and Young People with a Cardiac Condition
PCH3818/PCH4818
This 15-credit module is an interesting and exciting opportunity for cardiac practitioners to further develop their knowledge, and competence in relation to children’s and young people’s cardiac care.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Caring for Children and Young People with a Renal Condition
PCH3820/PCH4820
This 15-credit module aims to provide practitioners with an opportunity to develop their knowledge and competence in relation to children’s renal care.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Caring for Children and Young People with Acute Neuroscience and Craniofacial Conditions
PCH3830/PCH4830
This 15-credit module aims to create practitioners with in-depth knowledge and improved competence in the management of the acute deterioration of children and young people with acute neuroscience and craniofacial conditions.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Caring for Children and Young People with Cancer
PCH3807/PCH4807
This 15-credit module will increase the knowledge and expertise of healthcare practitioners specialising in paediatric oncology.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Caring for Children and Young People with Metabolic and Endocrine Conditions
PCH3120/PCH4120
This 15-credit module aims to equip practitioners with the knowledge necessary to effectively assess and manage metabolic and endocrine conditions in paediatric patients.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Caring for Children and Young People with Orthopaedic or Spinal Conditions
PCH3832/PCH4832
This 15-credit module will equip learners with the knowledge and understanding to care for children and young people with orthopaedic and spinal conditions.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Clinical Skills in Paediatric Ventilator Management
PCH3800/PCH4800
This 15-credit module aims to develop enhanced practice in the paediatric intensive care environment.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Essential Care of the Neonate (QIS 1)
PCH3808/PCH4808
This 15-credit module aims to develop learner’s knowledge and understanding of the essential health concerns regarding neonates.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Principles of Neonatal Critical Care (QIS 2)
PCH3812/PCH4812
This 15-credit module aims to offer learners an opportunity to develop their knowledge, establishing an understanding of the health concerns and needs of the neonate requiring critical care.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Fundamental Care of Children and Young People
PCH3834/PCH4834
This 15-credit module aims to develop practitioners knowledge in key areas of paediatric anatomy and physiology, specific medical conditions seen in children and young people and the evidence-based treatments and interventions used in practice.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Infection Prevention and Control for Children and Young People
PCH3810/PCH4810
This 15-credit module aims to provide professional development for multi-disciplinary healthcare staff to ensure best practice for infection prevention, and control (IPC) and apply that to the care of children and young people.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Mental Health and Psychological Development of Children and Young People
PCH3809/PCH4809
This 15-credit module aims to enhance the practitioner’s knowledge and understanding of child psychological development theory and the use of evidence-based practice within paediatric mental health care.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Paediatric Palliative Care
PCH3110/PCH4110
This 15-credit module aims to develop the learners’ knowledge and confidence required to provide effective paediatric palliative care. They will be equipped to provide holistic care of children and young people receiving palliative care and at the end of life.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Preceptorship in Practice
PCH3836/PCH4836
This 15-credit module will reinforce the professional values of newly registered practitioners to enable them to become confident and competent practitioners in practice.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy in Children and Young People (SACT)
PCH3801/PCH4801
This 15-credit module aims to develop the learners’ skills and knowledge required to become competent in administration of systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) for children and young people.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Middlesex University website.
This programme is a joint initiative between Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust, and Middlesex University.