Course summary
Cardiac disease is a leading cause of death worldwide. In the UK the demand for cardiac specialists is greater than ever, with demand for the profession on the rise. Cardiac rhythm and device practitioners are sought after specialists who work across hospital and community environments, combining patient care and problem solving. Make an impact Our Cardiac Device and Rhythm Management course will prepare you to become a highly competent and advanced practitioner, ready to make a real contribution to modern healthcare services. It is designed for healthcare professionals with a specialist interest in cardiac rhythm management and implantable cardiac devices (including pacemakers, ICDs and heart failure devices). Course highlights
- Develop specialist clinical expertise underpinned by in-depth theoretical knowledge in implantable cardiac devices including pacemakers, ICD, CRT and remote monitoring.
- Gain an understanding of the evidence and research base of the discipline.
- Teaching delivered by an active, research-focused, multi-disciplinary team of clinical academics including IBHRE and BHRS-accredited cardiac physiologists, specialist nurses and cardiologists.
- Complete hands on training in implantable loop recorder implantation
- Aimed at a range of healthcare professionals including Cardiac Physiologists, Hospital Doctors, GPs, Cardiac Nurse Specialists, Physician Associates, Radiographers and Allied Health Professionals.
Modules
January entry completes in September. June entry completes the following May.
Assessment method
We use a range of assessment methods to assess your knowledge and professional skills, including: written examination, oral examination and written essays. You’ll need to demonstrate the knowledge and application of standard concepts, information and techniques relevant to the discipline. You need to be able to draw on a wide variety of material and be able to critically evaluate them.
Entry requirements
Course entry available in both January and June each year.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Leeds
Woodhouse Lane
Leeds
LS2 9JT