Module Database Search
| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Advanced Pharmacy Practice | |||
| Reference | PHM039 | Version | 5 |
| Created | August 2022 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
| Approved | October 2014 | SCQF Points | 60 |
| Amended | August 2022 | ECTS Points | 30 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To enable the development of relevant knowledge, skills, attitudes and competencies required for effective advanced pharmacy practice. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Evidence the ability to be an adaptable and innovative advanced practitioner capable of developing new knowledge and skills to advance own practice and that of others. |
| 2 | Evidence self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and act autonomously and as part of a team in planning and implementing strategies for professional developments. |
| 3 | Take accountability for decisions on complex patient related issues in the absence of complete data. |
| 4 | Critically analyse published literature, health policy and current service provision using the principles of needs assessment to make evidence based recommendations for the development, implementation and evaluation of pharmacy led services. |
| 5 | Demonstrate highly developed professional communication skills and be able to show an ability to clearly articulate complex concepts to specialist and non-specialist audiences. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Theoretical approaches to effective adult and lifelong learning. Effective approaches to teaching, learning and assessment in healthcare practice. Mentoring and facilitating the development of others in healthcare practice. Local and national policies relating to education and training of healthcare professionals. Aspects of management and leadership including needs assessment in the context of direct patient care services in an advanced area of practice. The planning, delivery and evaluation of services that encompass pharmaceutical care planning, medication review and comprehensive evaluation of evidence relating to the therapeutics for individual patients. Critical evaluation of literature. Research and evaluation protocols. Research and evaluation methodologies. Research governance. |
| Module Delivery |
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| Online distance learning by problem based study materials including directed reading and contact / structured discussion with peers and academic and e-tutor staff. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | N/A | 40 |
| Non-Contact Hours | N/A | 560 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | N/A | 600 |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 50% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 5 |
| Description: | A portfolio containing a range of written assignments each linked to core topics within the module. This contributes 50% to the module grade. | ||||
| Component 2 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 50% | Outcomes Assessed: | 4 |
| Description: | Generation of a service development report for the development, implementation and evaluation of a pharmacist led service. This contributes 50% to the module grade. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| To pass this module, the student must achieve a minimum of Grade D in C1 and C2 and an overall module grade of Grade D or better. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | Awarded where BOTH C1 AND C2 have a component Grade A. |
| B | Awarded where C1 AND C2 have any ONE of the following component grade combinations: A:B; A:C; B:A; B:B; C:A |
| C | Awarded where C1 AND C2 have any ONE of the following component grade combinations: A:D; B:C; B:D; C:B; C:C; D:A; D:B |
| D | Awarded where C1 AND C2 have any ONE of the following component grade combinations: C:D; D:C; D:D. |
| E | Awarded where either C1 AND/OR C2 = Grade E. |
| F | Awarded where either C1 AND/OR C2 = Grade F. |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | An undergraduate degree in pharmacy from a UK university or overseas equivalent, at a minimum of honours level and one year's post-registration experience OR an integrated masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) and professional registration OR in consultation with the Course Leader. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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| None. | |