Advanced Clinical Practice

Entry requirements

The typical requirement for this course is a 2:2 or above in an undergraduate honours degree.

We accept qualifications from approved higher education institutions outside the UK or Republic of Ireland.

We’ll also consider applicants with:

• A Higher Education Diploma and a free-standing Level 6 credit awarded in the last five years (minimum 30 credits at B grade or above)
• A third class or ordinary degree with a minimum of 30 credits at level 6, B grade or above
• A PGCert or 60 free-standing Level 7 credits awarded in the last five years

To apply for this course, you’ll also need:

• A recognised professional healthcare qualification
• Current UK professional registration
• At least two years' full-time clinical experience (or part-time equivalent) in health or social care employment
• Employment in a practice setting where you can achieve the Health Education England (HEE) Multi-professional Advanced Clinical Practice Standards
• Employment in a senior clinical role (normally Agenda for Change Band 6 or 7)
• Written evidence of your employer’s support, and the opportunity for development into an advanced clinical practitioner role
• Self-certification of Good Health and Good Character.

Some modules might have specific, practice-related requirements and additional entry criteria.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Address the four pillars of advanced clinical practice and create a programme that suits your chosen area.

Studying this Advanced Clinical Practice course at Kingston University will give you the practical skills and knowledge you need to lead positive change, improve practice and develop credibility in your area of expertise.

Through a mix of core and option modules, you’ll address the four pillars of advanced clinical practice and create a programme that suits your chosen area. You’ll also build a portfolio of practice to show how you’ve applied your learning to the role of advanced clinical practitioner.

The programme is accredited by Health Education England's Centre for Advancing Practice and created in partnership with healthcare employers. You’ll gain current skills that are highly relevant to today’s workplace, with the option to personalise your study plan to meet your professional development needs.