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| Training Provider | University of Cumbria |
|---|---|
| Apprenticeship | Advanced Clinical Practitioner |
| Location | Online |
Duration
36 months
36 months
Most Suitable For
Those wanting to combine expert clinical skills with research, education and clinical leadership within their scope of practice. This course is for registered health care practitioners; such as AHP, Nurse, Pharmacist.
Those wanting to combine expert clinical skills with research, education and clinical leadership within their scope of practice. This course is for registered health care practitioners; such as AHP, Nurse, Pharmacist.
Award
Level 7 Degree Apprenticeship Award and a Masters Degree (MSc) in Advanced Clinical Practice
Level 7 Degree Apprenticeship Award and a Masters Degree (MSc) in Advanced Clinical Practice
Programme Cost
£12,000. For non-levy paying employers only 5% contribution required to be paid (£600) or potential for 100% levy transfer (£0).
£12,000. For non-levy paying employers only 5% contribution required to be paid (£600) or potential for 100% levy transfer (£0).
Additional Funding
For Primary Care Employers:
• NHSE ACP Training Grant. The funding is usually announced in January and usually opens for applications early January, for courses starting in the upcoming Sep – March. ACP Training Grant for 2024-25 has re-opened for late submissions: NHSE ACP Training Grant offer to support employers applying for (traditional or apprenticeship) intakes from September 2024 – March 2025. Deadline to submit an application for the training grant is 5th June 2024. Please find and follow the instructions within this document . Employers will ALSO need to apply for the apprenticeship itself via the training hub.
For all Employers:
• If apprentice is under the age of 25, Employer may not have to pay Class 1 Employer National Insurance. Full details and criteria are found here.
• The following are available for apprenticeships starting between 1 August 2023 – 31 July 2024 (full details and criteria are found within the ESFA Funding Rules):
- £1,000 if apprentice is aged 16 to 18 years old, OR aged 19 to 24 years old and has an education health and care (EHC) plan/been in the care of their local authority.
- Gov will fund 100% of the tuition fee if employer supports a young apprentice AND has fewer than 50 employees.
Start Date
Usually September and March
Usually September and March
Teaching Delivery
Online
Online
Key Learning Requirements
Apprenticeships require learners to achieve specific new knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs), which are detailed in the Apprenticeship Standard. These are achieved by;
1) Programme Teaching; delivered via online learning with a combination of asynchronous learning and scheduled ‘live’ workshops for each module. The Non-Medical Prescribing module’s mandatory study days are available as either online learning or attendance on campus if preferred. Mandatory Induction and OSCE are all undertaken online.
2) Independent study; such as assignment/project research and write up
3) Learning in the workplace; shadowing colleagues, completing programme assigned work based projects/ learning documentation, day-to-day development within your current role duties/work activities, reflections with mentor, relevant training sessions.
Modules
This programme enables employer and learner to choose some of the modules depending upon any recognition of prior learning (APL). A list of modules is available on the course webpage or course materials.
This programme enables employer and learner to choose some of the modules depending upon any recognition of prior learning (APL). A list of modules is available on the course webpage or course materials.
Placements
Placements are required.
Placements are required.
Assessments
Assessments are varied depending on content and learning outcome but include essays, report, presentations and portfolio. Final year will involve undertaking a service evaluation in practice. Apprenticeships are also assessed at the end of programme by End Point Assessment.
Assessments are varied depending on content and learning outcome but include essays, report, presentations and portfolio. Final year will involve undertaking a service evaluation in practice. Apprenticeships are also assessed at the end of programme by End Point Assessment.
Key Candidate Entry Requirements
• Employed minimum 30 hours a week in a suitable role for the duration of the apprenticeship
• Evidence of English and Maths at GCSE C/4/Functional Skills Level 2/Equivalent or above is required at application stage due to the nature and level of the programme. An initial diagnostic assessment will also be completed by the university at application stage. If the candidate does not have the required certifcates for either Maths and/or English, please contact the Training Hub Apprenticeship Team for options.
• Normally expected to have an Honours Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject, but will consider applications where successful level 6 study within previous 5 years can be evidenced.
• Appropriate work experience and current registration relevant to your area of practice (for example, as an allied health professional, healthcare scientist, nurse, pharmacist, or public health professional)
• Enhanced DBS (within 3 years of course start date)
Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) may be considered for relevant prior learning at the same academic level.
Full requirements and details are found on the course webpage/information.
Key Employer Entry Requirements
• Ensure Learner has the support and opportunities to achieve the requirements of the apprenticeship
• Registered Practitioner to mentor the apprentice, usually a GP who is a qualified mentor/ trainer. If the learner is doing independent prescribing as part of the course, they will also need a designated medical practitioner (usually their supervisor is suitable).
Listed as an Approved Provider on HEE and NHS Procurement
Higher Procurement - National ACP
Higher Procurement - National ACP
Application Timescale
It takes on average 2 – 3 months to complete all application stages for this programme. If recruiting to this position, additional time will be required for recruitment and advertising stages.
Please note applications for the NHSE ACP Funding Grant will usually need to be completed earlier.
Additional Training Hub Support
Primary Care Employees:
• Have access to all resources provided by the L&SCPC Training Hub such as Digital training, Health and Wellbeing support and events.
• ACP Support: Once on programme, the Training Hub ACP Lead will provide learners with more details and support options, such as links to the ACP forum.
• Placement Support: Once on programme, the Placement Manager and ACP Lead are able to assist with queries.
• Visit our ACP webpage for more information on the role in Primary Care, plus further training, support and resources.
Social Care Employees:
• Have access to all resources provided by the L&SCSC Training Hub such as training, Health and Wellbeing support and events.
Information Last Updated
06/03/24
06/03/24
Programme Resources
How to Apply
If you would like to discuss or apply for an apprenticeship either for yourself, a member of staff or a vacancy for a new recruit, please complete the appropriate Training Hub Expression of Interest Form from the following options. This allows the apprenticeship team to complete basic pre-checks and to ensure the advice and guidance provided to you is tailored to your service. When relevant, application instructions (including tuition fee and funding instructions) will be sent.
Primary Care Online Expression of Interest Form. If you would like to discuss anything first, please email [email protected] or call Olivia on 07735161775
Social Care Online Expression of Interest Form. If you would like to discuss anything first, please email [email protected] or call Dawn on 07796 060023
