Minor Injuries (Single Module)
This 40-credit Minor Injuries module, assessed at SCQF level 11 is for registered healthcare practitioners working in clinical areas where minor injuries are managed. This module will equip you with the advanced clinical competencies required to autonomously assess, diagnose, treat, and evaluate patients presenting with minor injuries. Emphasising evidence-based practice, you will critically analyse clinical data to develop safe and effective care plans within your professional scope.
Why QMU?
- Specialist facilities to enhance your learning: Your theoretical learning will be complemented with practice in our Clinical Simulation Suite.
- Supportive learning environment: Small classes mean you will benefit from individual support from our highly experienced course team.
- Multi-professional learning: This module is supported by staff from QMU's nursing and radiography subject areas and complemented by experts from practice including specialists in emergency medicine.
What will I learn on the course?
On this SCQF level 11, 40-credit course you will learn the fundamental skills in history taking, assessment and diagnosis required to develop as an effective, autonomous practitioner in minor injuries. You will develop your clinical decision-making skills enabling you to interpret clinical assessment findings to generate appropriate management plans supported by a new understanding of national and local policies and guidelines related to the treatment of minor injuries.
By the end of the course what will I be able to do?
On completion of the course, you’ll be able to:
- Assess, diagnose and treat a range of minor injuries
- Analyse clinical data to make informed, evidence based clinical decisions
- Implement national and local policies and guidelines relating to the treatment of minor injuries
- Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to optimise outcomes of patients with minor injuries
How is the course delivered?
This blended module includes both face-to-face teaching at QMU and an online learning environment with a range of resources and activities to support your learning.
How long does the course last for and how much time will I need to spend on it each week?
This course lasts one semester, and you will need to spend approximately 25 hours per week on studying and practice.
Does the course have an assessment and if so what sort of assessment will it be?
This course will be assessed by the following methods:
- Observed simulated clinical assessment
- Written assignment
- Competency booklet
Who will be teaching me?
This course is taught by QMU staff experienced in the assessment and management of minor injuries and clinical staff working in emergency care environments.
What equipment will I need for this course?
You will require access to a computer or laptop and internet connectivity.
Student support/access to facilities
For the duration of your course you will be able to make use of our on-campus learning resource centre as well as access to our full range of online resources, including e-books and academic journals.
You will also have limited, mainly online access to Student Services support. Students with particular support requirements can contact the Disability Service.
As you will be studying with us for less than a full academic year you will not be provided with a personal academic tutor (PAT). However, any queries regarding your studies should be directed to the staff member leading the delivery of your course.
Entry requirements
Prospective students must be a registered healthcare professional, usually from nursing, paramedic science, physiotherapy or diagnostic radiography.
Prospective students must be working in a clinical area in which minor injuries are treated (ie Emergency Department or Minor Injuries Unit).
If a student is not currently employed in such an area, they must provide evidence of access to such an area (eg a letter of support from a charge nurse of such an area where the prospective student is undertaking bank/locum work).
English Language requirements: This course is taught and assessed in English. Applicants do not need to provide proof of their English Language skills when applying for this course, but all applicants should consider whether they have sufficient English competence to study at this level. Applicants for this level of study would usually be able to demonstrate a level of English equivalent to IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component score below 6.0.
Fees: For more information on fees, visit the Short Courses and CPD Tuition Fees page
Application: Apply for Minor Injuries
Application deadline: There is no formal application deadline as the course will run on demand, please get in touch if you are interested.
This module is run on an on-demand basis
