Clinical Measurement Physiology - Sligo
For the first time in Ireland this programme will provide the opportunity to train as a Clinical Measurement Physiologist in all five disciplines; gastro-intestinal; neurophysiology; vascular; respiratory and cardiology.
Who should apply?
The aim of this programme is to allow people, with a related undergraduate degree, to gain the qualification, skills and competencies to enter the healthcare work force as a Clinical Measurement Physiologist - performing diagnostics tests for patients, reporting and acting on the outcomes and being part of the interdisciplinary team treating patients.
Subjects taught
Modules
Professional Practice I
Physiological Systems
Core Placement Skills
Clinical Measurement
Instrumentation
Medical Imaging
Advanced Clinical Measurement
Applications
Medical Pharmacology
Clinical Biochemistry
*For the full list of Modules, refer to the programme web page.
Entry requirements
Applicants must have a minimum of a 2.2 Honours Level 8 degree in a relevant area of study. Prior study to a Level 6/Level 7 in mathematics, basic science subjects (biology, physics, chemistry) are a requirement in addition to the study of physiology and anatomy
Duration
2 years Part Time
On-Campus Attendance
One semester is based in ATU Sligo and the other three semesters being on hospital based clinical placements at various locations. These placements will be supported by a practice placement educator in the hospital site and online lectures and tutorials.