Certificate in Foot Screening

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Entry/Introductory Level

Course overview:

This new module has been developed to meet the increasing involvement of assistant practitioners and health care practitioners/assistants in screening of the foot and lower limb. The aim of this stand alone module is to equip the student with the appropriate skill and knowledge to competently undertake foot screening and associated tasks. Students will be able to demonstrate achievement of learning outcomes whilst actively engaging in workbased learning and professional development. Students will develop a personal and professional portfolio, which will complement the necessary assessments and tasks set within this module for assessment.

Why New College Durham?

New College Durham is one of the leading colleges of further and higher education in the country, performance and success rates place the college among the top 10% of all colleges nationally.

The college has recently been graded "outstanding" across all departments and areas of Povision by Ofsted.
Staff have working experience in the area in which they teach and can ensure that the course you are studying prepares you directly for employment.
The college has many years of experience welcoming international students and currently has approximately 200 international students from countires around the world.
Students will be offered an extensive range of support making every effort to make them feel at home.

Course delivery mode:: Distance Learning,; Classroom Based,; Blended Learning
Study Hours:: One week of block attendance and 23 weeks based in the workplace.
Course Duration:: 24 weeks with 8 hours per week of study.
Maximum Duration:: 24 weeks with 8 hours per week of study.
Number of Exams:: 0.

Pricing:

Please contact the college directly, using the phone number or form on the right, to discuss prices.

Key credentials

College name:: New College Durham
Website:: http://www.newcollegedurham.ac.uk/Pages/default.aspx
How many students are there in each year group?: 12-16 Students annually
Can you buy this course online?: No.
Are there multiple payments options available?: No.
Discounts and Offers:: No
Is 'Refer a Friend' discount available?: NA
Are there any additional, promotional benefits to this course?: None
What exemptions are available on completing this course?: NA
Are there any recommended follow-on courses?: NA

Course Syllabus

This is a stand alone module and encompases an overview of Diabetes, its pathology and management and how foot screening in this high risk area is undertaken (practical element) and the theory underpinning vascular and neurological screening proceedures. It laso encompasses how to assess the structure of ther lower limb and patient education and communication.

Teaching Details

Is classroom attendence required?: No.
Where is the course delivered?: UK
Is tutor support available?: Yes. Three hours per week, Monday to Friday at pre-arranged times.
Details of tutor availability:: Classroom during block week, telephone , e-mail and mega meeting. The students will be able to access the college intranet where on-line resourses are available to support learning.
Is One-on-One support available?: Yes. Students can pre-arrange times with their tutors when support can be provided via the telephone or the internet. This is Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm.
Is exam preparation support given?: No. Not applicable as there are no exams to be taken.
Is there a pass guarantee?: No.
What is the average pass rate for this course?: 100%
Does the college have an online community?: No. Blackboard discussion forums are available on the college intranet where students can interact with each other or post comments/queries.
Total number of assignments to be completed:: 2
Total number of units/modules to be completed: 6
Total Study Hours:: One week of block attendance and 23 weeks based in the workplace.