MMedSci Ophthalmology ACP (paediatrics) Course Handbook
Student Handbook 2024-25
For more general information please visit the School of Allied Health Professions, Nursing & Midwifery (AHPN&M) Student Handbook
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Contact details
Contact details
Dr Charlotte Codina, Programme Lead, & Professional Lead for Orthoptics c.codina@sheffield.ac.uk
Dr Viral Sheth, Course tutor, v.sheth@sheffield.ac.uk
Programme Support team - orthoptics@sheffield.ac.uk
Examination Support - ahpnm-assessments@sheffield.ac.uk
Technical Support - ahpnm-technician@sheffield.ac.uk
Other Academic staff/personal tutors contact details are available below:
https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/ahpnm/people/ophthalmology-and-orthoptics
Location:
Rooms E100 and E104
Orthoptics and Ophthalmology
School of Allied Health Professions, Nursing & Midwifery
The University of Sheffield
Floor E, Beech Hill Road
Sheffield, S10 2RX
Introduction
Introduction
Welcome to the MMedSCi ACP Ophthalmology (paediatrics) programme. This programme has been specifically developed for experienced eye-care practitioners, who want to advance their ophthalmic practice skills and reach high levels of innovative and evidenced based practice in paediatric ophthalmology. In order to complete this programme, you will need the support of a local ophthalmologist colleague, to progress through the work-based learning components of the modules. This is especially true for the first year module in paediatric ophthalmology, which forms the foundation of your clinical advanced clinical practice (ACP) pillar. The remaining pillars of practice: education, leadership and research, are covered in year 2 (leadership & education) and year 3 (research). The programme module aims to enhance your independent learning, evlaute your local eyecare pathways and inspire you to pioneer new or improved paediatric services.
The advanced clinical practice content has been developed with the expertise of centres around the UK, who already operate extended and advanced practice in paediatric ophthalmology and we are very thankful to those who have taken the time to share their skills, experience and expertise with us. The programme will facilitate you to develop comprehensive and advanced knowledge and skills in diagnosing and managing paediatric patients, with the aim of relieving some of the clinical burden falling on Ophthalmologists. Within the programme, you will begin to consider possible patient-led improvements and consider how you will work as an advanced clinical practitioner in Paediatric Ophthalmology in the future.
Programme Aims
Programme Aims
The aims of the programme are:
To provide an academic postgraduate course enabling practising orthoptists and other eye care professionals to further their academic knowledge and clinical skills.
To advance the skills of independent learning and reflective practice required for continuing professional development and advanced practice.
To advance the critical evaluation skills and encourage their application to all areas of clinical practice and education in paediatric patient care.
To give the qualified practitioner advanced knowledge of clinical practice and leadership for paediatric ophthalmology patients and to increase awareness of the role that research can play in strengthening the knowledge base of this subject area.
To provide an advanced understanding of the holistic approach to investigating, diagnosing and managing paediatric ophthalmology patients, using evidenced based practice and person centred care.
The programme learning objectives are:
On successful completion of the programme, students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
Advanced practice in the area of paediatric ophthalmology, by enhancing knowledge and developing a comprehensive understanding of the issues surrounding paediatric care.
The effective application of clinical leadership and implementation of clinical change in delivering optimal paediatric care.
The issues surrounding effective clinical management of paediatric patients, integrating theoretical and scientific concepts in relation to paediatric vision care.
Effectively diagnose and manage a broad range of paediatric eye disease, synthesising relevant research findings regarding their causes and management.
Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to select diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for autonomous and effective paediatric care in ophthalmology.
Skills and other attributes
On successful completion of the programme, students will be able to:
Discuss in depth, current theories and practises relating to paediatric vision care, with reference to clinical practice and recent literature.
Discuss the management of paediatric ophthalmology patients, appreciating the multidisciplinary and holistic approach to service provision, and so enabling advanced paediatric clinical practice.
Utilise advanced communication skills to relate sensitively to patients and their parents and carers, including those with complex needs and facilitate advanced support where necessary.
Critically evaluate the current literature for a key area of paediatric care and apply this effectively and efficiently to service provision.
Reflect on current practice and suggest new changes to service provision to deliver effective, efficient and optimum care to paediatric patients.
Units
The 60 credit module in paediatric ophthalmology consists of 20 units, which are like chapters of learning and can be found in Blackboard menu of the course (OPH61001). Most other modules are 30 credits and consist of 10 units. left of this page. Each unit has been specifically prepared for this course and consists of:
A short overview detailing the aims and objectives of the unit
Introduction
Main body of text
Exercises which must be completed and synthesised to create your practice portfolio (see assessments section for further detail)
Summary
Suggestions for further reading
References
Glossary of terms (where appropriate)
The units must be completed in entirety and exercises labelled 'practice portfolio exercise' must be combined to form and fulfil the practice portfolio assessment, the final assessment of the paediatric ophthalmology module.
Full programme specifications can be found under the course code OPHT05 at: http://www.shef.ac.uk/calendar/progspec/med
Additional Help and Support
Additional Help and Support
Further information about the help and support on offer is available from the Health Sciences School Student Handbook
External Examiners
External Examiners
Professor Rachel Pilling is external examiner for the MMedSci Ophthalmology ACP (paediatrics). All external examiner reports will be made available for students to read, via Blackboard after they have been received and reviewed by the academic team.
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