PgCert Advanced Critical Care Practitioner

University of Plymouth

United Kingdom, Plymouth

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University of Plymouth

United Kingdom , Plymouth

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Plymouth

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

PgCert Advanced Critical Care Practitioner

About

Key features

Successful completion will lead to FICM membership.
A student-centred approach to the programme.
The development of the programme has been through a dynamic collaborative working relationship between the University of Plymouth, Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust and other local NHS Trusts.
A contemporary and dynamic programme responsive to the changing health care environment.
Research informed teaching embedded throughout curriculum.
The programme is delivered by a team with extensive experience in the delivery of masters level modules and a diverse range of health and social care experience.
Close partnership working with clinicians contributing and leading on the teaching and assessment strategy.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

You will normally have a first degree, BSc (Hons) at 2:1 or above, in exceptional circumstances a candidate's experience may be taken into consideration. You will have completed a minimum of a PGCert in Clinical Practice / Professional Practice and will be a registered Non-medical Prescriber with at least two years of critical care experience post primary registration.
Trainees of this programme will be employed by participating trusts as trainee ACCPs, and must demonstrate and fulfil the following criteria as part of the application process:

Evidence of employment from their home trust.
A named Consultant Intensivist who will be the Clinical Supervisior.
A current live registration with either the Nursing and Midwifery Council (Part 1 or 2) or The Health & Care Professions Council.
Three years post qualifying experience in intensive care.
Registered Non-Medical Prescriber.
A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check - Checked by employer and within three years.
A satisfactory Occupational Health Clearance- checked by employer.

If English is not your first language, you will also need to provide evidence of competence in written and spoken English in accordance with the University’s Admissions Code of Practice i.e. IELTS of 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each part. Further information on English language requirements We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.