• Continuing professional development (CPD)

The Policy Context of Improvement

CPD Level 7
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Overview

Overview

The NHS exists within a political context and its staff and patients are facing the consequences of political decisions daily. 

This credit-bearing course will enable experienced staff working in healthcare environments to: 

  • Build knowledge about the current political context 
  • Build capacity to anticipate and respond to future political and economic pressures 
  • Increase awareness and recognition of the major changes currently underway in healthcare 
  • Develop an understanding of what policy is, and how policy changes can impact an improvement project 
  • Develop creative problem-solving using improvement methods, in response to economic and political pressures.

There will also be a chance to discuss the international policy context, to appraise policy and practice both locally and nationally.

Course requirements: Evidence of study at Level 6 (Degree Level).

Cost and funding: This fee covers the full course cost.

  • Sept 24 - Aug 25 fees: £900
  • Sept 25 - Aug 26 fees: TBC

Credits: 20

Assessment method: Essay 100%

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Study dates and times

Study dates and times

This course is taught on day release, select a start date to see the study days:

The course uses Improvement Science techniques, based upon the extensive experience of the CLAHRC for North West London.

It runs as a series of workshops, where you will examine the concepts raised and consider how they apply to your workplace.

Study days are from 9.30am to 4.30pm.

Teaching staff

Teaching staff

Associate Professor Rowan Myron

Professor Rowan Myron

I am an experienced researcher, writer, presenter and manager with expertise in psychology, improvement science and knowledge mobilisation in healthcare. I use innovative techniques to build team dynamics with staff, researchers and patients. I also lead the University's doctoral research programmes, and have a strong interest in using new technologies to engage frontline staff in learning opportunities.

I am an experienced researcher, writer, presenter and manager with expertise in psychology, improvement science and knowledge mobilisation in healthcare. I use innovative techniques to build team dynamics with staff, researchers and patients. I also lead the University's doctoral research programmes, and have a strong interest in using new technologies to engage frontline staff in learning opportunities.

Study and career progression

Study and career progression

The Policy Context of Improvement Level 7​ can be taken as a standalone course, or as part of the MSc Improvement Science.

How to apply

How to apply

We recommend your application is submitted to the University at least two weeks prior to the start of the course.

After your application is accepted and you have been offered a place on the course, you will be sent information about how to enrol. You must complete enrolment before your course starts.

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For more information about our CPD courses please get in touch with Dr Claire Anderson, Associate Dean (Berkshire), College of Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare:

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