The aim of this programme is to allow people, with a related undergraduate degree, to gain the qualification, skills and competencies to enter the healthcare work force as a Clinical Measurement Physiologist - performing diagnostics tests for patients, reporting and acting on the outcomes and being part of the interdisciplinary team treating patients. This course was developed in collaboration with the professional body for Clinical Measurement Physiologists, the Irish Institute of Clinical Measurement Science.There is a strong emphasis on students learning to adopt a patient-centred and professional approach. Key skills acquired will be the ability to deliver valid clinical diagnostic data to colleagues and patients, broad clinical knowledge, critical thinking and research skills.For the first time in Ireland this programme will provide the opportunity to train as a Clinical Measurement Physiologist in all five disciplines:- Gastro-intestinal- Neurophysiology- Vascular- Respiratory- CardiologyThis 2 year course, has a blended delivery, with one semester being based in ATU Sligo and the other three semesters being on hospital based clinical placements at various locations. These placements will be supported by a practice placement educator in the hospital site and online lectures and tutorials. This blended approach to course delivery will utilise the key strengths of ATU Sligo's online learning platforms and expertise as well as giving students a real-world practical element to their learning.There are two semesters per academic year, and takes a blended approach to delivery.- Semester 1:(Sept-Dec) will take place in person at the ATU Sligo campus.- Semester 2:(Jan-Jun) will be hospital based and will encompass two discipline specific clinical placements of 300 hours (each typically achieved over a period of 8-12 weeks)- Semester 3:(Sept-Dec) will again be hospital based and will encompass another discipline specific clinical placements of 300 hours (again typically achieved over a period of 8-12 weeks)- Semester 4: (Jan-Jun) will be hospital based and will be a clinical placement 480 hours (typically achieved over 13-17 weeks). This placement will be in your major discipline - the discipline you will be most likely to work in on graduation.You will be supported on placement by a Practice Educator, based in the hospital department. Additionally, hospital based placements will be supported by weekly online lectures and tutorials delivered by ATU Sligo staff. Learning material, lecture notes and additional resources will be uploaded to the programmes Moodle (online learning platform) page.Your progress will be assessed through a combination of written exams, case studies and presentations, clinical competencies and project work.It should be noted that placements may be in any location in Ireland but we will endeavour to consider student circumstances in matching students to placements, whilst ensuring learning objectives are achieved. Travel and accommodation costs associated with placement are the responsibility of the student.
| Course Location | Sligo Town, Sligo |
| Course Category | Anatomy & Physiology, Medicine & Healthcare |
| Course Type | Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online |
| Course Qualification | Masters Degree |
| Course Start Date | 1st January 1970 |
| Course Duration | 2 years |
| Course Time | Full-time |
| Course Fee | 12600 |
| Entry Requirements | You should apply for this course if you are interested in a career in healthcare diagnostics, heavily involved in patient care as part of the multidisciplinary team. Minimum entry requirements for eligibility to apply include: -minimum of a 2:2 Honours Level 8 degree in a relevant area of study. -Prior study to a Level 6/Level 7 in: -mathematics -basic science subjects (biology, physics, chemistry) are a requirement in addition to the study of -physiology and anatomy Transcripts to demonstrate these prior qualifications and levels will be required for the eligibility assessment process. As places for the course will be linked to placement opportunities they are likely to be limited. It is anticipated that allocation of places will be competitive, so consideration will be given to classification of Level 8- degree, suitability of prior subjects covered and extent to which these topics were studied. Additionally, prior work experience or postgraduate experience will be considered. Garda Vetting is a requirement of this programme and will be compliant with ATU Policies and Procedures. Placement sites may require students to have vaccinations against specific infectious diseases. If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on our website. Applicants for this programme should have a minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency of 6 overall (or equivalent) with nothing less than 6 in each component. |
| Career Path | The aim of this programme is to allow people, with a related undergraduate degree, to gain the qualification, skills and competencies to enter the healthcare work force as a Clinical Measurement Physiologist - performing diagnostics tests for patients, reporting and acting on the outcomes and being part of the interdisciplinary team treating patients. |
This course is free/ funded under the Springboard+ Initiative.
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