Faculty of HealthSchool of Nursing and Midwifery

Operating Department PracticeCourse Presentation

Academic Year 2009-2010

Courses Available

BSc Midwifery

Postgraduate Diploma Midwifery (84 weeks)

BSc/Dip HE Nursing (Adult Health, Mental Health, Children’s, Learning Disabilities)

Dip HE Operating Department Practice

Foundation Degree Paramedic Science* *Under Development

The Role of an ODP

Definition

Anesthetics

Surgical

Post-Operative Care

Main Features of our Curricula

2 year Diploma in Operating Department Practice

40% Theory 60% Practice

Development of Skills & Competency

Enquiry Based Learning (EBL) approach

Inter-Professional Learning

Aims of the Programme

To enable the student to:

Become a confident and adaptable practitioner.

Develop the required knowledge, skills and attitude for

the award of the Dip HE Operating Department Practice.

Be able to deliver evidence-based patient care.

To be able to fulfil and promote the role of the ODP

within the multi-disciplinary setting.

To be confident, self-award and to recognise the need

for life-long learning.

To be able to select and use a range of learning

techniques and resources in their own personal and

professional development

Learning Outcomes

The student will be able to:

Develop key knowledge and understanding Anatomy and Physiology, Causes of Disease, Health and Social Care Policy, Pharmacology and Patient Care

Develop cognitive skills Appraise Evidence, Reflective Practice, Self-Directed Learning, Anticipation and Problem Solving

Develop subject specific skills Professional and Ethical Practice, Care Planning, Risk Assessments and Multi-Disciplinary

Develop key skills and attributes Information Technology, Drug Calculations, Undertake Presentations and Time Management

Course Qualities and Skills

Interested in people and their health

Potential to develop competency in clinical skills

Effective communication skills

The ability to work independently & in a team

The ability to work under pressure

A professional attitude

Challenges

Prioritising – academic work/patient care

Shift work – 24 hour care

Self-discipline to organise work

Stressful

Responsibility and accountability

Physically and mentally demanding

Rewards

Job Satisfaction

Stimulating work

Every day is different

Team work

Teaching and learning

Other Considerations

Shift Work (inc. night shifts)

Travel to Clinical Placements

Working across the whole region to include Kings Lynn

Strict Course Attendance (16 days absence permitted)

Fixed vacation for the whole course.

Parking for theory sessions (Park and Ride)

Childcare Support

Relevant Experience

Example of Timetable (Year 1)

Student must be available for lectures between 0900 – 1700 hours.

Vacation time is fixed for the 2 years.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

10.00 –12.00

EBL

Facilitation

10.00 – 16.00

Lectures x 2

10.00 – 12.00

Lecture

10.00 – 16.00

Enquiry Day

or Skills Session

10.00 – 16.00

Feedback

13.00 – 16.00

Skills Session

12.00 – 13.00

Inter-Professional Learning

13.00 – 16.00

Skills Session or Library/Personal

Study Time

Clinical Placements

Placements take place across the region using operating theatre environments within the following NHS Trusts:

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Foundation NHS Trust

Queen Elizabeth Hospital Kings Lynn NHS Trust

James Paget University Hospital Foundation NHS Trust

All students are expected to be able to travel to placement areas but reimbursement of travel and accommodation costs may be available.

Clinical Placements (Example)

Year 1

Term A: 8 weeks – Safety in PracticeTerm B: 9 weeks – Anesthetic CareTerm C: 8 weeks – Surgical Care

Year 2

Term A: 8 weeks – Recovery CareTerm B: 9 weeks – Specialist PracticeTerm C: 8 weeks – Preparation for Future Practice

Professional Practice is covered across the whole course.

Assessment Methods

Practice

Learning Outcomes

Skills

Attitude

Theory

Portfolio

Essay

Observed Structured

Clinical Examination (OSCE)

Written Examination

Notes

Maximum of two attempts for theory and practice

40% mark required for Theory

Pass required for all practical outcomes

Student Support Services

Academic Adviser – Lecturer

Unit Leader/Course Director

Link Lecturer

Placement Mentor

Full range of UEA student support

Financial Support

Student Bursary (inc. Dependants Allowances)

(non-means tested) for Diploma Courses

Financial Support for OFSTED Inspected Childcare

No Tuition Fees

Additional Information

If successful and offered a place you would need to:

Complete a satisfactory Criminal Records Bureau Check.

Complete a satisfactory Occupational Health Medical Check

Cover the cost of the first two Hepatitis B Vaccinations.

Cover the cost for your GP to complete the Occupational Health Questionnaire Doctor’s Statement.

Arrange accommodation (if required) directly with the UEA Accommodations Office – www.uea.ac.uk/accom

Employment Opportunities

Employment with a local NHS Trust

Employment anywhere in the UK

Employment overseas

Post Registration Courses

Research

Entry Requirements

Course Entry Requirements can be located on our website:

www.uea.ac.uk/nam

Minimum requirements are 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above

which must include English and Mathematics with Science also

preferred.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted via UCAS

(Universities and Colleges Admission Service) at

www.ucas.ac.uk

The deadline for “on time” applications is 15th January 2010.

Late applications may not be processed.

Any Questions