Course summary

This course is an excellent opportunity for health professionals such as Doctors, Nurses, Midwives, Physiotherapists, Pharmacists and Radiographers who are involved with teaching and supervising students to strengthen their skill-set and progress their career. The General Medical Council recognises that educators require the necessary knowledge for this role and that there is a need for greater professionalism and accountability as clinical teachers. Why study this course?

• Our teaching Faculty include specialist clinical educators along with educationally qualified clinicians, working in both Primary and Secondary care

• The Postgraduate Certificate pathways are accredited by both the Academy of Medical Educators, and Advance HE (formally the Higher Education Academy), HEA.

• On successful completion of the PG Certificate, you will be able to teach in a range of clinical settings, with a broad range of expertise and sector specific knowledge

• Understanding a learner-centred approach

• Developing practical teaching and assessment skills

• Promoting understanding of educational theory

• Promoting reflective practice in education and clinical practice

• Promoting evidence based education