Teaching and Learning in Clinical Practice PGCert

This postgraduate certificate is designed for qualified clinicians who have experience or involvement in supervising, teaching, or assessing in a clinical setting. It offers a collaborative, multi-professional approach to enhance your skills in teaching, supporting, and assessing learning within healthcare environments. The program aims to deepen your understanding of learning theories and their practical application, enabling you to make more informed judgments in your clinical practice. Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to apply for Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy, recognizing your expertise in teaching and learning within higher education. The course is delivered through a blended learning model, combining online study with on-campus contact sessions.

Curriculum

The program comprises compulsory modules and a choice from several optional modules, allowing you to tailor your learning to your specific professional interests. Each module is typically worth 20 credits and assessed through coursework.

1. Core Modules
   • Teaching and Learning in the Clinical ContextCPD4454
   • Delivering Teaching and Facilitating Learning OpportunitiesCPD4456
2. Optional Modules (Choose One)
   • Assessing Learning and Evaluating TeachingCPD4455
   • Supporting the Postgraduate Learner in the Medical WorkplaceCPD4707
   • Promoting Excellence in Healthcare EducationHEA4523
   • Transformative Teaching for Meaningful ImpactHEA4525

Careers

This PGCert aims to enhance your existing clinical practice by developing your expertise in teaching and learning. Graduates will be better equipped to supervise, teach, and assess trainees and colleagues within their professional field.

• Clinical Educator
• Tutor
• Supervisor
• Assessor
• Healthcare Professional with teaching responsibilities