The aims of this module are to enable students to develop clinical and evaluative skills for the competent performance of a prescribed area of clinical practice and evaluate the effectiveness of diagnostic indicators and diagnostic interpretation.

Knowledge and Understanding:

Successful students will typically:

1. Independently explore and critically evaluate the knowledge base pertaining to the scope of clinical skills which supports the development of advanced clinical practice.

2. Understand the importance of validity and reliability of diagnostic tests. 

Skills and Attributes:

Successful students will typically:

1. Demonstrate advanced critical thinking and clinical reasoning based on judgements made from analysing and evaluating pathophysiology and relevant patient information in informing diagnostic interpretation.

2. Provide evidence of their skills in advanced practice, and person−centred care, and reflect on development and application of skills within their chosen area of practice.

3. Effectively promote learning within the practice environment through the presentation of clinical information.

Three years’ experience within an appropriate healthcare setting is required.

This module is a core element for students on the MSc Advanced Clinical Practice programme and cannot be studied on a standalone basis.  Students must have completed the following module prior to undertaking this module:

7HSK2087 – Advanced Health Assessment & Diagnostic Indicators

The assessment for this module will be:

·         Portfolio of evidence 100%– Incorporating evidence-based case reviews focusing on diagnostic tools and interpretation and evidencing achievement of Advanced Clinical Practice capabilities (HEE MPF 2017) (Formative)

For further assessment details please contact the course lead.

The module will normally address:

− Validity & reliability of diagnostic tests

− Shared decision making

− Development of advanced clinical skills

− Promoting learning in clinical practice