Modules
Core
Code | Title | Credits | Phase | Status | Action |
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Code S-C1 | Title Professional Foundations of Healthcare and Clinical Science | Credits 20 | Year | Status Compulsory | Action View |
Code S-C2 | Title Research Skills in Healthcare Science | Credits 10 | Year 2 | Status Compulsory | Action View |
Code S-C3 | Title STP Project | Credits 60 | Year 3 | Status Compulsory | Action View |
Code S-C4 | Title Individual Professional Development | Credits 0 | Year | Status Compulsory | Action View |
Rotation
Each rotation should last 4 to 8 weeks in the workplace
Code | Title | Credits | Phase | Status | Action |
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Code S-N-R1 | Title Introduction to Neurophysiology | Credits 10 | Year 1 | Status Compulsory | Action View |
Code S-CS-R1 | Title Introduction to Cardiac Science | Credits 10 | Year 1 | Status Compulsory | Action View |
Code S-RS-R1 | Title Introduction to Respiratory and Sleep Science | Credits 10 | Year 1 | Status Compulsory | Action View |
Code S-CAI-R1 | Title Introduction to Clinical Assessment and Investigation | Credits 10 | Year 1 | Status Compulsory | Action View |
Specialist
Code | Title | Credits | Phase | Status | Action |
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Code S-N-S1 | Title Nerve Conduction Studies & Evoked Potentials 1 | Credits 10 | Year 2 | Status Compulsory | Action View |
Code S-NI-S4 | Title Performing Intraoperative Neuromonitoring | Credits 10 | Year 3 | Status Compulsory | Action View |
Code S-N-S3 | Title Nerve Conduction Studies & Evoked Potentials 2 | Credits 10 | Year 3 | Status Compulsory | Action View |
Code S-NI-S2 | Title Planning for Intraoperative Neuromonitoring | Credits 10 | Year 2 | Status Compulsory | Action View |
Code S-NI-S5 | Title Reporting and Reviewing Intraoperative Neuromonitoring | Credits 10 | Year 3 | Status Compulsory | Action View |
Programme specification
Details
- Programme title
- Neurosensory Sciences - Neurophysiology: Intraoperative Neuromonitoring
- Division
- Physiological Sciences
- Normal length of programme
- 3
- Outcome awards and professional eligibility
-
Successful candidates will be awarded:
- MSc in Clinical Science (awarded by the relevant Higher Education Institute).
- Certificate of Completion of the Scientist Training Programme (CCSTP). Awarded by the National School of Healthcare Science
Which provides eligibility to:
- Apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Clinical Scientist.
- Total credits
- 180
- Mode of study
- Work-based with integrated part time MSc
- Programme accredited by
- The Health and Care Professions Council
Programme aim
To provide clinical scientist trainees with strong science-based, patient-centred clinical training in Neurosensory Sciences.
Programme level learning outcomes
Neurophysiology
- Apply the principles of medical technology and investigative techniques in the diagnosis and management of patients with neurophysiological conditions
- Demonstrate safe and effective use of medical devices in the care of the patient with neurophysiological conditions
- Practice in accordance with current guidance and evidence-base
- Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, Healthcare Professionals and stakeholders
- Evaluate research and innovation in order to implement new technologies in the use of medical devices to manage patients with neurophysiological conditions
- Demonstrate a working understanding of the wider health and social context in which they practice, and patients experience care investigations and interventions
- Demonstrate critical and analytical skills in processing information and data to aid in patient care and service improvement.
- Develop leadership skills to manage self, others and services to improve patient care and experience
Learning and teaching methods
- Work-based learning
- Academic study
Assessment methods
Workplace-based assessments documented in an e-portfolio including:
- Training Activities
- Direct Observation of Practical Skills (DOPS)
- Observed Communication Events (OCE)
- Case-Based Discussions (CBD)
Academic Assessment set by the Higher Education Institute delivering the MSc
Final Assessment
Programme structure
Phases indicate the order modules should be completed in.
The next phase can be started in the same year, e.g. phase 2 can be started in year 1.
Phase | Modules | Credits |
Throughout | Professional Foundations of Healthcare and Clinical Science
Individual Professional Development |
20
0 |
1 | Rotation modules | 40 |
2 | Research Skills in Healthcare Science
Specialist module(s) |
10
20 |
3 | STP Project
Specialist module(s) |
60
30 |
Total Credits | 180 |
Entry routes and requirements
Entry routes | In England there are two routes into the programme
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Entry requirements | For both entry routes, STP applicants must participate in the national recruitment process and meet the minimum entry requirements for the programme. |
Programme regulations | Attendance requirements:
As employees of their host organisation, trainees are required to attend the workplace as required by their employer. Trainees are required to attend all sessions as specified by the Higher Education Institute. |
This specification provides a concise summary of the main feature of the programme and the learning outcomes expected of a threshold Clinical Scientist. More detailed information on module-specific learning outcomes, learning and assessment methods is available in the relevant module pages. More detailed information on entry routes and requirements can be found on the NSHCS website.
Information on trainee support can be found on the NSHCS website.
Updated December 2023