Master [Advanced Practice - Public Health Emergencies] From Cardiff Metropolitan University

The Master of Science in Advanced Practice - Public Health Emergencies at Cardiff Metropolitan University will provide a unique insight into the multi-disciplinary emergency planning, preparedness for and subsequent response to and recovery from such incidents and events. Comprising a mixture of theoretical material, case studies, scenarios and exercises, the modules will explore the public health risks associated with a myriad of hazards, whether they are natural, such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions or tsunamis, anthropogenic such as transportation accidents, outbreaks of disease, chemical and radiation incidents.

It is intended that the programme provides for flexible, variable progression that is responsive to student and employer continuous professional learning needs and the constantly changing practice environment.

Any modules at Level 7 (Masters level)Ê studied elsewhere, that meet the learning needs of the student, can be incorporated into the module mix via the Recognising Prior Learning (RPL) procedure.Ê In addition, it is recognised that many professions engage with CPD activities which are not credit rated.Ê The Reflection on Prior Learning module is a 20 credit level 7 generic option module where students can use relevant CPD activities to critically reflect on those experiences and produce a reflective statement and portfolio.ÊÊ

The programme has been designed to meet the four pillars of Advanced Practice.

Career prospects:

The Professional working at Masters Level will be able to lead and contribute to developments in their profession through a more pro-active, critical and reflective approach. Additionally they will be an agent of change, a leader and act as an advocate of their profession. Employability will be enhanced by professions who undertake modules on a CPD basis and NHS professionals will be able to use the awards towards gaining recognition as an Advanced Practitioner.