Developing as an Evidence Based Practitioner

Content will include the importance of evidence based practice, guidance on how to conduct a literature search to identify appropriate evidence and foundational knowledge of research methodology to enable students to critically appraise evidence within their area of practice.  The module will also facilitate the development of skills required to engage with Master’s level study such as critical reading, writing and thinking.

This module is distance learning, delivered online and equates to 200 hours of study. Students will be supported by a module tutor via phone, skype and/or email.

Who this course is for

All health and social care professionals, nursing and paramedic, occupational therapy, pharmacists, ultrasonography

Course team

This module is staffed by lecturers from the College of Health and Social Care with expertise in supporting students who study at Master’s level.

On completion of this course you should be able to:

• critically appraise current literature
• critically debate the contribution of this evidence to a field of enquiry
• develop academic skills required to study further modules at Master’s level

You'll usually need:

• Professional registration in a health and social care role
• The opportunity for work-based experience

If you are funding your own study, the module price will be confirmed shortly.

Contact us

If you want to find out more about studying a short course, please contact us and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

Additional information about your studies

Minimum numbers

Please note that this course is subject to minimum numbers in order to run.