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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Developing Concepts of Public Health in Paramedic Practice
Reference NU2403 Version 1
Created February 2020 SCQF Level SCQF 8
Approved May 2020 SCQF Points 30
Amended ECTS Points 15

Aims of Module
To enable the student to apply knowledge, understanding and skills in relation to the factors that influence health, health improvement and service delivery.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Apply the role of evidence-based practice in public health.
2 Examine relevant local, national and global health policy and drivers in relation to health inequalities, poverty, vulnerability and social exclusion.
3 Explore the fundamental concepts of health promotion theories.
4 Discuss health informatics and economics related to paramedic practice.
5 Explore key public health priorities and potential interventions recognising the impact of the paramedic role in influencing behaviour.

Indicative Module Content
Public health; Public health policy; Healthcare systems and access to healthcare; Collaboration; Epidemiology; Heath promotion theories; Inequalities; Culture and diversity; Inclusivity; Social policy; Government policy; Health economics; Health informatics; e-Health; Behavioural change; Vulnerability; Poverty; Social exclusion; Globalisation; Community profiling; Health surveillance; Health screening; Health needs assessment; Quality improvement; Evidence based practice; Public health interventions; Strengths based approaches; Co-production; Assets approach; Community development; Public health priorities e.g. alcohol and drug use, mental health and wellbeing, obesity.

Module Delivery
Blended learning approach including: lectures, tutorials, online learning, virtual community.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 60 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 240 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 300 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Coursework Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Description: Written assessment

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
Written assessment including a community profile.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A C1=A
B C1=B
C C1=C
D C1=D
E C1=E
F C1=F
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module None, in addition to SCQF level 8 entry requirements or equivalent.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 BLABER, A., 2019. Blabers's Foundations for Paramedic Practice. 3rd ed. London: Open University Press.
2 Doyle, Keogh & Morrissey (2015). Working with Self-Harm and Suicidal Behaviour. London: Palgrave.
3 GRIFFITHS, P. and MOONEY, G., 2012. The Paramedic's guide to research: an introduction. Maidenhead: Open University.
4 HEALTH AND CARE PROFESSIONS COUNCIL (HCPC), 2016. Standards of Conduct, performance and ethics. London: HCPC.
5 JOHNSON, S.A., 2011. Challenges in health and development: from global to community perspectives. Dordrecht, The Netherlands: Springer.
6 NAIDOO, J. and WILLS, J., 2016. Foundations for health promotion. 4th ed. Oxford: Bailliere Tindall.
7 PORTER, E. and COLES, L., eds., 2011. Policy and strategy for improving health and wellbeing. Exeter: Learning Matters.
8 SOMERVILLE, M., KUMARAN, K. and ANDERSON, R., 2016. Public health and epidemiology at a glance. 2nd ed. Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell.

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