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Pearson BTEC Level 4 Diploma in Healthcare Science
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- LevelRQF Level 4
- Total credits100
- Guided learning686 hours
- Units in this qualification138
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The BTEC Level 4 Diploma in Healthcare Science develops skills in areas such as audit, research, and professional development within the healthcare sector. Learners explore the scientific basis of healthcare science, including mathematics and the building blocks of life. It is designed for individuals pursuing careers in healthcare science.
These are the units Pearson Education Ltd registers against this qualification. It is a catalogue, not a syllabus. Which of them you take depends on the combination the qualification requires, and that is set by the awarding body rather than by us. Every unit here is regulated, and every one you earn is yours to keep.
24 hour Upper Gastrointestinal Physiology Studies: Post-Recording Management StudiesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with knowledge of upper gastrointestinal tract investigations and their underlying principles. You'll learn to perform post-measurement procedures, equipment cleaning, and routine calibration following gastrointestinal physiology studies.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the practice of upper gastrointestinal tract (GI) investigations
- Understand the principles underpinning upper gastrointestinal tract (GI) investigations
- Perform post-measurement procedures for gastrointestinal physiology studies, following established protocols
- Disconnect the patient from the recording equipment following gastrointestinal physiology studies
- Remove and dispose of any single-use items following gastrointestinal physiology studies
- Clean equipment used in gastrointestinal physiology studies, adhering to infection control guidelines
- Leave the room in a suitable condition for reuse, ensuring it is clean and tidy
- Perform routine calibration procedures on equipment used in gastrointestinal physiology studies
- Perform quality assurance procedures on equipment used in gastrointestinal physiology studies, identifying and addressing any issues
Acceptance Testing of New Medical EquipmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to manage the introduction of new medical equipment in their workplace. You'll learn to inspect, assemble, and perform safety testing on equipment according to procedures, ensuring compliance with risk assessments and organisational protocols.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how new medical equipment is introduced into own area of work
- Inspect new medical equipment
- Assemble equipment and fit any consumables according to instructions
- Perform safety testing of new medical equipment in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Perform calibration or set up procedures and functional tests on new equipment in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Store the equipment and consumables correctly
- Operate stock control systems
Adult hearing Screening and AssessmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with an understanding of the impact of hearing loss and the role of audiology services. You'll develop communication skills for working with individuals with hearing disabilities and learn to perform pure tone audiometry and related assessments.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the impact of hearing loss on the health of individuals and the role of screening and prevention.
- Understand the healthcare science services provided by audiology.
- Understand the role of the Healthcare Science Associate in audiology.
- Communicate effectively with a range of people with hearing disabilities.
- Understand the common reasons for referral to a healthcare science audiology service.
- Perform pure tone audiometry (PTA).
- Clean equipment, and leave the room in a suitable condition for reuse.
- Calibrate and maintain auditory test equipment following national standards.
Ambulatory Blood Pressure MonitoringReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with knowledge of the principles and practice of Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM). You'll understand indications, limitations, medication effects, and develop skills to perform ABPM and analyse recordings.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and practice of Ambulatory Blood Pressure (BP) Monitoring (ABPM)
- Understand the common medications patients referred for ABPM monitoring may be prescribed
- Perform Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM)
- Analyse Ambulatory Blood Pressure recordings and produce a factual report
Ambulatory ECG MonitoringReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the principles and practice of Ambulatory ECG (AECG) monitoring. You'll learn to perform AECG procedures, analyse recordings, produce factual reports, and ensure patient preparation and safety throughout the monitoring process.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and practice of Ambulatory ECG (AECG) monitoring.
- Perform Ambulatory ECG monitoring.
- Analyse Ambulatory ECG recordings and produce a factual report.
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Visual SystemReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the visual system, including the eye and ocular adnexae. You'll study the structures and functions of the anterior and posterior eye segments and understand physiological processes maintaining ocular homeostasis.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the general principles of anatomy as they are applied to the eye and ocular adnexae
- Know the general principles of physiology as they are applied to the eye and ocular adnexae
- Know the structures of the ocular adnexae
- Know the function of the ocular adnexae
- Know the structures of the anterior segment of the eye
- Know the functions of the anterior segment of the eye
- Know the structures of the posterior segment of the eye
- Know the functions of the posterior segment of the eye
- Understand the structure of the visual pathway
- Understand the function of the visual pathway
- Understand the structure of the pupillary light reflex
- Understand the function of the pupillary light reflex
- Understand the cranial nerves that have a role in the visual system
- Understand different aspects of visual perception
- Understand the role of the autonomic nervous system and the eye
- Understand the pathophysiological mechanisms of disorders affecting the visual system
- Understand the clinical aspects of disorders affecting the visual system
- Understand the practical aspects of disorders affecting the visual system
Assist during Nerve Conduction Studies and ElectromyographyReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the principles and applications of nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG), emphasising patient-centred practice. You'll learn to assist in planning, preparation, and delivery of nerve conduction and EMG recordings, including post-procedure support.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG)
- Understand the application of nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG)
- Understand the importance of patient-centred practice in nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG)
- Assist with the planning for recording nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG)
- Assist with the preparation for recording nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG)
- Assist with the delivery for recording nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG)
- Assist following completion of the recording
- Decontaminate equipment after nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG)
- Leave equipment in a suitable condition for reuse after nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG)
Assist in Cardiac Stress TestingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the physiological basis and clinical indications for cardiac stress testing, including contraindications. You'll develop practical skills to assist healthcare professionals during stress testing procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and assist with post-test care and monitoring.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles underlying cardiac stress testing, including its purpose, indications, and contraindications.
- Understand the procedures and protocols involved in conducting cardiac stress tests.
- Effectively assist healthcare professionals during cardiac stress testing procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Assist with the monitoring of patients during cardiac stress testing, recognising potential complications and responding appropriately.
- Assist with post-recording procedures following the completion of cardiac stress testing, including patient monitoring and documentation.
Assist in Performing Situational Provocation TestingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study the physiological responses to situational provocation and the principles of related testing, including ethical considerations and informed consent. The unit develops skills to assist with planning and preparation of situational provocation tests in accordance with protocols.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the physiological changes that occur in response to situational provocation, including the cardiovascular, respiratory, and neurological responses.
- Understand the principles of situational provocation testing and the importance of patient-centred practice, including the ethical considerations and the need for informed consent.
- Demonstrate the ability to assist with the planning and preparation for situational provocation testing in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure, ensuring all necessary equipment and safety measures are in place.
- Demonstrate the ability to assist in monitoring the patient during and post situational provocation testing, recognising and responding appropriately to any adverse events or changes in physiological parameters.
- Demonstrate the ability to clean equipment effectively, ensuring it is safe for reuse, and leave the room in a suitable condition for the next patient.
Assist in Performing Tilt TestingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the physiological basis and patient-centred practice principles of tilt testing for autonomic disorder assessment. You'll learn to assist with planning, preparation, performance, and monitoring during and after tilt testing, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of tilt testing in the assessment of autonomic disorders and the importance of patient-centred practice, including the physiological basis of the test and potential patient responses.
- Demonstrate the ability to assist with the planning, preparation and performance of tilt testing, ensuring all necessary equipment is available and the patient is comfortable.
- Demonstrate the ability to assist in monitoring the patient during and post tilt testing, recognising and responding appropriately to any adverse events.
- Demonstrate the ability to clean equipment effectively, ensuring it is safe for reuse, and leave the room in a suitable condition for the next patient.
Assist in Post Sacral Nerve Stimulation Implantation Follow-up ClinicsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study the principles of sacral nerve stimulation and develop skills to assist in managing patients with implants during follow-up clinics. The unit includes competence in patient care according to protocols and maintaining equipment cleanliness and clinic environment suitability.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the underpinning principles of sacral nerve stimulation, including its purpose, indications, and potential complications.
- Demonstrate the ability to assist in the management of patients with an implant, following established protocols and guidelines.
- Demonstrate the ability to clean equipment effectively, ensuring it is safe for reuse, and leave the room in a suitable condition for the next patient.
Assist in the Recording of Visual Electrophysiological InvestigationsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to understand the principles and applications of visual electrophysiological investigations with an emphasis on patient-centred practice. You'll assist in planning, preparation, recording, and recognising artefacts during visual electrophysiological assessments.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of measuring visual electrophysiological investigations
- Understand the application of measuring visual electrophysiological investigations
- Understand the importance of patient-centred practice in visual electrophysiological investigations
- Assist with the planning of recording visual electrophysiological investigations
- Assist with the preparation of recording visual electrophysiological investigations
- Assist with the delivery of recording visual electrophysiological investigations
- Assist following completion of the recording
- Decontaminate equipment after visual electrophysiological investigations
- Leave equipment in a suitable condition for reuse after decontamination
Assist in the Recording of Visual Evoked PotentialsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit introduces learners to the principles and clinical applications of visual evoked potential (VEP) measurement. You'll learn to assist with planning, preparation, delivery, and post-procedure activities, emphasising patient-centred practice throughout.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and application of the measurement of visual evoked potentials (VEP) and the importance of patient-centred practice.
- Assist with the planning, preparation and delivery for recording visual evoked potentials (VEPs).
- Assist following completion of the recording.
- Decontaminate equipment, and leave in a suitable condition for reuse.
Assist with the Assessment of Plasma Catecholamine and Biochemical LevelsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the physiological regulation of heart rate and blood pressure, catecholamine production and function, and the principles of plasma catecholamine assessment. You'll be able to assist in planning, preparation, and blood sample collection for biochemical analysis.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the normal physiological regulation of heart rate
- Understand the normal physiological regulation of blood pressure
- Understand the production of catecholamines
- Understand the function of catecholamines
- Understand the principles of the assessment of plasma catecholamine levels
- Understand the practice of the assessment of plasma catecholamine levels
- Assist with the planning for the assessment of plasma catecholamine levels
- Assist with the preparation for taking blood for the assessment of plasma catecholamine levels
- Assist with taking blood for the assessment of plasma catecholamine levels
- Clean equipment after use
- Decontaminate equipment after use
- Leave the room in a suitable condition for reuse
Assisting with ElectroencephalographyReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit introduces learners to neurophysiology procedures with a focus on electroencephalography (EEG). You'll understand patient-centred practice, communicate effectively, and assist with EEG recording in accordance with standard operating procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the range of procedures undertaken in a neurophysiology department
- Understand the importance of patient-centred practice within a neurophysiology department
- Understand the principles of electroencephalography (EEG)
- Understand the practical aspects of performing electroencephalography (EEG)
- Assist with the preparation of patients for electroencephalogram (EEG) recordings
- Assist with the application of electrodes for electroencephalogram (EEG) recordings
- Assist with the recording of electroencephalograms (EEG) in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures
- Assist with the removal of electrodes following completion of the EEG recording
- Assist with the disposal of single-use items following completion of the recording
- Clean and decontaminate equipment used to record an EEG, adhering to infection control protocols
Assisting with Flowmetry StudiesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the professional practice and principles underpinning flowmetry studies in urodynamic science. You'll develop practical skills to assist during and after flowmetry studies, including performing necessary calibrations and maintaining confidentiality and information governance.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand key aspects of professional practice applied to investigations in urodynamic science services
- Understand the principles underpinning flowmetry studies
- Understand the practice underpinning flowmetry studies
- Assist during flowmetry studies
- Assist following completion of the study
- Perform required calibration procedures
Assisting with Standard Urodynamic StudiesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of urodynamic science services and their role within these services. The unit covers the principles and practice of standard urodynamic studies and develops skills to assist during and after procedures, including equipment calibration and patient care.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the services provided by urodynamic science services and own role in relation to these services
- Understand the principles and practice of standard urodynamic studies
- Assist during standard urodynamic studies
- Assist following completion of the study
- Perform required calibration procedures
Audit, Research, Development and InnovationReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to undertake research, development, and innovation activities supporting quality improvement in their work area. You'll also understand audit principles and participate in scientific and technical audits within healthcare science.
What you'll be able to do
- Undertake appropriate research, development and innovation activities which support quality improvement in own area of work
- Understand the principles and practice of audit in healthcare science
- Participate in scientific and technical audit in own area of work
Check Documentation of Consent in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility ClinicReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit equips learners with knowledge of national guidelines, local protocols, and professional standards for checking consent documentation in HFEA-licenced fertility clinics. You'll understand the requirements and procedures for consent verification.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand current national guidelines, local protocols, Standard Operating Procedures and professional guidelines relating to consent and consent forms in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
- Understand the requirements for checking the documentation of consent, in preparation for undertaking the check
- Check documentation of consent in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
- Understand the context, troubleshooting and when to take advice in relation to the documentation of consent
Cleaning and Disinfection of Medical Devices: Automated ProcessesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll explore the principles and procedures of automated cleaning and disinfection of reusable medical devices using ultrasonic machines. The unit includes practical skills in processing devices according to validated protocols and understanding pre-cleaning importance and device suitability for ultrasonic cleaning.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles that underpin the processing of reusable medical devices using an ultrasonic machine.
- Understand the practical procedures involved in processing reusable medical devices using an ultrasonic machine.
- Correctly perform the processing of reusable medical devices using an ultrasonic machine, adhering to relevant protocols and safety guidelines.
- Understand the principles and rationale behind validated automated cleaning processes for reusable medical devices.
- Understand the practical steps involved in processing reusable medical devices using a validated automated process.
- Accurately perform the processing of reusable medical devices using a validated automated process, following established procedures.
- Accurately record all tasks related to the cleaning and disinfection process in the departmental information system, ensuring data integrity and traceability.
- Understand the importance of an Independent Monitoring System in ensuring the effectiveness and quality of cleaning and disinfection processes.
- Understand the function of an Independent Monitoring System in identifying and addressing potential issues or deviations from established protocols.
Cleaning and Disinfection of Medical Devices: Manual ProcessesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to understand and perform manual cleaning and disinfection of reusable medical devices using immersion and non-immersion techniques. You'll develop practical skills in infection control, detergent and disinfectant use, and water quality considerations to ensure device safety.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of processing reusable medical devices by the immersion manual clean
- Understand the practice of processing reusable medical devices by the immersion manual clean
- Perform the processing of reusable medical devices by the immersion manual clean
- Perform the processing of reusable medical devices by the non-immersion manual clean
- Record all tasks in the departmental information system
Clinical Biochemistry in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the principles and practice of clinical biochemistry, including spectrophotometry and quality control. They will perform routine analyses to specified standards and appreciate the impact of clinical biochemistry results on patient care and multidisciplinary teams.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles underpinning clinical biochemistry practice
- Understand the standard operating procedures used in clinical biochemistry
- Perform routine clinical biochemistry analyses using appropriate equipment, adhering to specified quality standards
- Maintain accurate records of analyses performed and results obtained
- Understand the impact of clinical biochemistry results on patient diagnosis and treatment
- Understand the role of clinical biochemistry within the multidisciplinary healthcare team
Clinical Bioinformatics in Practice (Cancer Genomics)Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit introduces learners to the role of Clinical Bioinformaticians in supporting cancer diagnosis, treatment, and patient care. You'll perform routine clinical bioinformatics procedures following standard operating protocols and understand genomic variation implications.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how Clinical Bioinformaticians support the diagnosis, treatment and clinical care of patients and/or populations with cancer
- Perform routine Clinical Bioinformatics procedures following Standard Operating Procedures
- Understand the human genome and how variation results in cancer
Clinical Bioinformatics in Practice (Infectious Diseases)Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit explores the role of Clinical Bioinformaticians in diagnosing and treating infectious diseases. You'll perform routine bioinformatics procedures following Standard Operating Procedures and understand the molecular basis of infectious agents.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how Clinical Bioinformaticians contribute to the diagnosis, treatment, and clinical care of patients and/or populations with infectious diseases
- Perform routine Clinical Bioinformatics procedures accurately, following established Standard Operating Procedures
- Understand the molecular basis of infectious diseases and their impact on patient care
Clinical Bioinformatics in Practice (Rare Diseases)Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers how Clinical Bioinformaticians support diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients with rare diseases through genomic data analysis. You'll perform routine clinical bioinformatics procedures following Standard Operating Procedures and understand genomic variation related to disease.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how Clinical Bioinformaticians support the diagnosis of patients with rare diseases
- Understand how Clinical Bioinformaticians support the treatment of patients with rare diseases
- Understand how Clinical Bioinformaticians support the clinical care of patients with rare diseases
- Perform routine Clinical Bioinformatics procedures following Standard Operating Procedures
- Understand the genome
- Understand how variation results in disease
Clinical Engineering Workshop SkillsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of engineering practices within clinical environments, focusing on good workshop practice, health and safety, and the use of workshop tools. The unit includes practical skills in soldering, test equipment use, and component removal and replacement.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand engineering practices within a clinical environment, including good workshop practices and the application of relevant workshop skills.
- Safely and effectively use a range of common workshop tools.
- Perform soldering techniques to a professional standard.
- Use test equipment to diagnose and rectify faults.
- Remove, replace, and refit a range of electronic and mechanical components.
Clinical Immunology in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the fundamental principles and practices of clinical immunology, including innate and adaptive immunity, antibodies, antigens, and immunological tolerance. You'll learn to perform routine analyses on clinical immunology equipment to specified quality standards and understand the impact of immunology on patient care.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles of clinical immunology
- Understand the practical applications of clinical immunology in a healthcare setting
- Perform routine analyses using specified equipment in clinical immunology, adhering to quality standards
- Interpret the results of routine analyses performed in clinical immunology
- Understand the impact of clinical immunology services on patient diagnosis and treatment
- Understand the ethical considerations related to clinical immunology practice
Continuing Personal and Professional DevelopmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll develop the ability to critically reflect on their practice to support continuing personal and professional development. The unit also covers demonstrating CPPD and supervising or mentoring junior team members effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Critically reflect on own practice to support continuing personal and professional development (CPPD)
- Demonstrate continuing personal and professional development (CPPD)
- Supervise and mentor junior members of the team
Cytology in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with an understanding of cytology principles and practices, including routine analysis using automated, semi-automated, and manual equipment. You'll perform cytological analyses and understand the impact of cytology on patient care and teams.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of cytology
- Understand the practice of cytology
- Perform routine analysis on automated equipment in cytology to specified quality standards
- Perform routine analysis on semi-automated equipment in cytology to specified quality standards
- Perform routine analysis on manual equipment in cytology to specified quality standards
- Understand the impact of cytology on patients
- Understand the impact of cytology on the work of the multi-disciplinary team
Decommissioning and Disposal of Medical EquipmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the processes involved in decommissioning and disposing of medical equipment. The unit covers preparation, organisation, adherence to regulations, environmental considerations, and data security throughout the decommissioning and disposal process.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the process of decommissioning and disposing of medical equipment
- Prepare for decommissioning and disposal of medical equipment
- Organise decommissioning and disposal of medical equipment
Diagnosing and Rectifying Equipment FaultsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll learn to diagnose and rectify equipment faults following Standard Operating Procedures and relevant legislation. The unit includes investigating fault causes, maintaining accurate records, and determining appropriate repair actions in compliance with safety guidelines.
What you'll be able to do
- Diagnose different equipment faults in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and legislation
- Investigate and establish the most likely causes of the faults systematically
- Maintain accurate records of the outcome of the fault diagnosis
- Determine appropriate action and repair equipment effectively
Effective Communication in HealthcareReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand and apply principles of effective communication within healthcare science and academic settings. The unit covers meeting individuals' communication needs and preferences, and using appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication techniques.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles that underpin effective communication in a healthcare science and academic setting
- Understand how to meet the communication and language needs, wishes and preferences of individuals
- Use appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication in own role
- Give effective feedback
- Understand the use of technology to present information orally
- Use technology to present information orally in accordance with best practice guidelines
- Understand how to deal with confrontation and difficult situations in own area of work
General Laboratory PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll develop practical skills to perform labouratory techniques safely and accurately using various equipment. The unit includes preparing reagents and materials, correct storage and stock rotation of consumables, and understanding safe handling of biological specimens.
What you'll be able to do
- Perform laboratory techniques using a range of equipment in own work area
- Prepare general laboratory/departmental reagents, consumable or raw materials
- Store laboratory equipment and consumables correctly and ensure correct stock rotation is maintained
- Perform the safe and secure receipt, handling and storage of biological specimens
- Understand the purpose and processes required for equipment maintenance
- Perform regular monitoring, checks and maintenance
- Retrieve specimens from storage and correctly deal with add-on requests, completing appropriate documentation
- Safely dispose of biological specimens
- Evaluate the performance of one or more analysis methods
- Draft routine reports for validation
- Validate results from a range of routine procedures to inform repeat analysis or processing
- Perform a health and safety risk assessment of a defined area
- Use effective communication skills within the healthcare environment
Genetics and Genomics in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the core principles of genetics and genomics, including DNA/RNA structure, Mendelian inheritance, gene expression, and genomics terminology. You'll develop competence in performing routine genetic and genomic analyses using appropriate equipment and understand the impact of these sciences in healthcare.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the core principles of genetics and genomics and their application within the context of healthcare science.
- Understand the practical application of genetics and genomics within healthcare science.
- Perform routine analysis using automated, semi-automated, and/or manual equipment in genetic and genomic sciences, adhering to specified quality standards and protocols.
- Understand the impact of advancements in genetic and genomic sciences on patient care and outcomes.
- Understand the role and contributions of genetic and genomic sciences to the work of the multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
Haematology in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the principles and practices of haematology, including routine analysis using automated equipment. You'll understand blood cell identification, counting, coagulation testing, and the impact of haematology on patients and multidisciplinary teams.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of haematology
- Understand the practice of haematology
- Perform routine analysis on equipment in haematology to specified quality standards
- Understand the impact of haematology on patients
- Understand the impact of haematology on the work of the multidisciplinary team
Health, Safety and Security in the Healthcare Science EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit equips learners with knowledge and skills to maintain a safe, secure, and healthy healthcare science environment. It covers relevant legislation, safe equipment use, infection control, hazard reporting, and security procedures within healthcare settings.
What you'll be able to do
- Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with relevant regulations
- Maintain a secure working environment in accordance with relevant legislation
- Maintain a healthy working environment in accordance with relevant codes of practice
- Use equipment safely in the healthcare science work environment
- Control infection risks in accordance with departmental protocols
- Understand the need to maintain a safe working environment
- Understand the need to maintain a secure working environment
- Understand the need to maintain a healthy working environment
Hearing Aid repair and MaintenanceReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll explore the psychosocial aspects of hearing loss and the role of hearing aid provision within patient management. The unit develops practical skills in taking and modifying ear mould impressions, using hearing aid test equipment, and performing basic hearing aid repairs.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the psychosocial aspects of hearing loss.
- Take ear mould impressions and modify ear moulds.
- Understand the role of hearing aid provision within a patient management plan.
- Use a hearing aid test box according to Standard Operating Procedures.
- Undertake like for like replacement of hearing aids in the repair clinic.
- Perform routine hearing aid maintenance and checks.
Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the principles and practice of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics in transplantation and immunogenetic services. You'll perform routine analyses, including HLA typing, antibody screening, and crossmatching, adhering to quality standards to support transplant compatibility.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and practices of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (H&I) in the context of transplantation and immunogenetic services
- Understand the role of H&I testing in supporting transplantation and immunogenetic services
- Perform routine analyses using equipment in a Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (H&I) setting, adhering to specified quality standards
- Maintain accurate records of analyses performed and results obtained
- Understand the impact of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (H&I) results on patient care and treatment
- Understand the role of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (H&I) within the multidisciplinary healthcare team
Histology in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with the principles and practice of histology, including tissue processing, staining, and quality control. You'll learn to perform routine histological analyses and understand the impact of histology services within multi-disciplinary teams.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and practice of histology
- Perform routine analysis on automated/semi-automated and/or manual equipment in histology to specified quality standards
- Understand the impact of histology services on patients and the work of the multi-disciplinary team
Identify and Instruct Individuals Providing Semen Samples in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility ClinicReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand national guidelines, local protocols, and Standard Operating Procedures for identifying and instructing individuals providing semen samples in an HFEA-licenced fertility clinic. The unit develops skills in applying these protocols to ensure compliance and effective sample provision.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand current national guidelines relating to the identification and instruction of individuals providing semen samples in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
- Understand local protocols relating to the identification and instruction of individuals providing semen samples in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
- Understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) relating to the identification and instruction of individuals providing semen samples in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
- Understand professional guidelines relating to the identification and instruction of individuals providing semen samples in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
- Identify individuals providing semen samples following standard operating procedures
- Instruct individuals providing semen samples following standard operating procedures
- Understand the context in relation to identifying and instructing individuals providing semen samples
- Understand troubleshooting in relation to identifying and instructing individuals providing semen samples
- Understand when to take advice in relation to identifying and instructing individuals providing semen samples
Imaging the Posterior Segment of the EyeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the normal appearance of ocular structures and identification of ocular pathology through imaging techniques. You'll gain knowledge of various imaging equipment, develop skills to perform posterior segment eye imaging, and accurately record and report test results.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the normal appearance of ocular structures and how ocular pathology can be identified and documented
- Understand the different equipment that can be used for imaging the eye
- Perform imaging of the eye
- Record and report test results
Informatics for Physical SciencesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit introduces learners to the role of informatics in healthcare, focusing on data management and analysis. You'll learn to create and use databases and spreadsheets, interpret and present data, and understand ethical considerations in informatics applications.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the contribution of informatics to health and healthcare within your specific area of work.
- Create and utilise databases to manage information relevant to your work.
- Create and use spreadsheets to analyse and present data.
- Interpret and present data effectively using spreadsheet software.
- Develop software applications using a high-level programming language.
- Understand how medical devices and information systems are integrated within the healthcare environment.
Inspection, Assembly, Packaging of Medical Devices in a Controlled EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the principles and practice of wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) and performing product release, inspection, assembly, and packaging of medical devices in a controlled environment. You'll develop practical skills in these procedures following standard protocols.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and practice of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the IAP room
- Understand the principles and practice of product release from the washer/disinfector process
- Perform the product release from the washer disinfection process
- Understand the principles and practice of the inspection process of medical devices
- Perform an inspection process on a range of medical devices
- Understand the principles and practice of assembly of medical devices
- Perform the assembly process on appropriate medical devices
- Understand the principles and practice of wrapping or containerising medical devices
- Perform the wrapping or containerisation of medical devices
- Record all tasks carried out in the IAP room in the departmental information system
- Perform the required housekeeping duties in the inspection, assembly and packaging of medical devices
- Produce and prioritise reports from activities completed in the IAP room for validation
Instill Eye Medication for Purpose of Investigation or TreatmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll learn to establish professional relationships with patients and safely instil eye medication for investigation or treatment. The unit includes effective communication, correct instillation techniques, and providing advice and support regarding prescribed eye medications.
What you'll be able to do
- Establish professional relationships with patients
- Instil eye medication for purpose of investigation or treatment
- Advise and support patients with regard to management and administration of prescribed drugs
Introduction to Autonomic ScienceReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll develop foundational knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the somatic and autonomic nervous systems. The unit covers common cardiovascular and sudomotor autonomic disorders, their physiological basis, and patterns of autonomic abnormalities observed in clinical practice.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the normal anatomy of the somatic and autonomic nervous systems
- Understand the normal physiology of the somatic and autonomic nervous systems
- Understand the common types of cardiovascular autonomic disorders
- Understand the common types of sudomotor autonomic disorders
- Understand the underlying physiology of cardiovascular autonomic disorders
- Understand the underlying physiology of sudomotor autonomic disorders
- Understand the patterns of autonomic abnormalities seen with common cardiovascular autonomic disorders testing
- Understand the patterns of autonomic abnormalities seen with common sudomotor autonomic disorders testing
- Understand the range of procedures available to investigate autonomic function disorders
- Understand the common management options for autonomic disorders
Introduction to Clinical Bioinformatics (Genomics)Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll explore the role of Clinical Bioinformaticians in healthcare genomics, performing routine processes to support genome studies. The unit includes reviewing genomic data quality, supporting audit programmes, and working with clinical phenotype ontologies.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the role of Clinical Bioinformaticians in healthcare
- Perform routine processes to support a Genome study
- Review the quality of genomic data
- Perform tasks to support audit programmes within own area of work
- Work with HPO Clinical Phenotypes
Introduction to Congenital Heart DiseaseReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit introduces learners to common congenital heart diseases, covering their anatomy and associated blood flow patterns. You'll also understand the fundamentals of the human genome, its influence on health, and the range of services available to patients with congenital heart disease.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the anatomy of common congenital heart conditions referred to cardiac science specialists
- Understand the fundamentals of the human genome, its function, and its influence on an individual's health
- Understand the range of services available to patients diagnosed with congenital heart disease, including diagnostic, treatment, and support services
- Understand the challenges faced by individuals and families affected by congenital heart disease, including physical, emotional, and social challenges
Introduction to Data Science and Data Management in HealthcareReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit introduces learners to health data sources, information governance principles, and data analysis methods within healthcare settings. You'll learn to manage secure communication of patient information in accordance with organisational policies.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the various sources of health data within your own organisation and specific area of work
- Understand the principles of information governance and how data is securely kept and stored within your organisation and area of work
- Understand how data is analysed and how the results are communicated to relevant stakeholders
- Send, receive, and store communications containing patient/clinical information safely and securely, adhering to relevant policies, protocols, legislation, and codes of conduct
- Use relevant data software applications within your specific area of work
- Interpret and present data effectively using presentation software
Introduction to Gastrointestinal PhysiologyReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll explore common gastrointestinal disorders, their physiological mechanisms, and diagnostic procedures. The unit also covers patient support during intimate examinations and assisting senior staff in gastrointestinal healthcare settings.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the common disorders affecting the gastrointestinal tract and the underlying physiological mechanisms.
- Understand the range of diagnostic procedures used to investigate common gastrointestinal disorders.
- Work within established policy guidelines to provide support to patients during intimate examinations.
- Assist senior staff in undertaking departmental audits and accreditation programmes.
Introduction to UNIXReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with foundational knowledge of the UNIX operating system, including file system structure and command-line interface. You'll learn to perform routine tasks following Standard Operating Procedures while maintaining data security and integrity.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles of the UNIX operating system and how they are applied within your specific area of work.
- Perform routine tasks within the UNIX environment, in your designated area of work, while adhering to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Introduction to Vascular ScienceReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit introduces learners to vascular science, covering diagnostic investigations, interventional procedures, and patient management. You'll understand the regulatory framework and quality assurance processes that underpin safety and good practice within vascular science departments.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the range of healthcare science services provided by vascular science, including diagnostic testing, interventional procedures, and patient management.
- Understand the regulatory framework within which vascular science operates, appropriate to own job role, including relevant legislation, guidelines, and professional standards.
- Understand the quality assurance processes in own department which underpin safety and good practice, including audit procedures, risk management, and incident reporting.
Ionising Radiation Engineering in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with an understanding of safe working practices and communication in radiation engineering environments. You'll also develop skills to assist in measuring performance characteristics of X-ray tubes or lines, adhering to radiation safety regulations.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand safe working practices in Radiation Engineering environments
- Communicate effectively in the Radiation Engineering environment
- Understand the work of the Radiation Engineering department and its role within the wider healthcare organisation
- Assist in the measurement of the performance characteristics of an X-ray tube or linear accelerator under supervision
- Perform health and safety risk assessments in radiation safety in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Assist radiation engineers in a range of environments, adhering to safety restrictions and regulations
- Understand how to complete an incident report in accordance with local procedures
Laboratory Practice in the HFEA-Licensed Reproductive Science LaboratoryReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the principles and practices of working within an HFEA-licenced reproductive science labouratory. You'll understand regulatory frameworks, quality control measures, safety protocols, and the use of specialised labouratory equipment.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and practice of working within the HFEA-Licensed Reproductive Science Laboratory
- Use equipment within the HFEA-Licensed Reproductive Science Laboratory
Leadership and Team WorkReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand NHS leadership frameworks, personal qualities of effective leaders, and the role of teamwork in delivering safe, patient-centred care. The unit also develops skills to work constructively within multi-disciplinary teams in healthcare settings.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles underpinning the current NHS leadership framework
- Understand the personal qualities associated with effective leaders
- Understand how team work contributes to high-quality, safe and patient-centred services and care in own area of work
- Work constructively and effectively within multi-disciplinary teams
Legal and Ethical Context of PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with knowledge of the ethical, legal, and governance frameworks relevant to Healthcare Science Associates. You'll apply information governance principles, understand equality and diversity legislation, and practise non-discriminatory care.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the ethical, legal and governance requirements arising from working at the level of a Healthcare Science Associate
- Work in accordance with the information governance legal framework
- Understand equality and diversity legislation
- Understand how to practice in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with the Equality Act
Measure Optical Prescriptions and Refractive ErrorReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the optical system of the eye, common refractive errors, and their correction. The unit covers interpretation of optical prescriptions and the principles of focimetry and auto-refraction, enabling learners to determine optical prescriptions accurately.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the components of the optical system of the eye
- Understand the different types of optical defects (refractive errors) that can occur in the eye
- Understand how optical defects of the eye are corrected using lenses
- Interpret optical prescriptions, including sphere, cylinder, and axis values
- Understand the principles of focimetry, including how it is used to determine the power of a lens
- Understand the principles of auto-refraction, including how it is used to measure refractive error
- Determine the optical prescription of visual aids using a focimeter, following standard procedures
- Measure the refractive error of the eye with an auto-refractor, ensuring accurate and reliable results
Measure Visual AcuityReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the purpose and importance of accurately measuring visual acuity, including the use of various equipment for assessing distance and near vision in adults and children. You'll learn to establish professional relationships with patients and address any special needs during assessment.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the purpose and importance of accurate measurement of visual acuity
- Know different equipment used for assessment of visual acuity for distance and near in adults and children
- Establish a professional relationship with the patient, identifying and addressing any special needs, and maintaining patient confidentiality
- Minimise risks and hazards when measuring visual acuity
- Ensure that all the required equipment is working correctly and safely and the test environment is appropriate for the procedure
- Measure visual acuity for distance and near
- Accurately record results and patient responses
Measurement of Post-Exercise Ankle Brachial Pressure IndexReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of lower limb blood supply and the pathological changes in peripheral arterial disease. The unit covers the principles, indications, and contraindications for measuring ankle-brachial pressure index before and after exercise.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the normal anatomy of the blood supply to the lower limbs
- Understand the normal physiology of the blood supply to the lower limbs
- Understand the pathological changes associated with peripheral arterial disease
- Understand the principles for measuring ankle-brachial pressure index at pre and post exercise
- Understand the indications for measuring ankle-brachial pressure index at pre and post exercise
- Understand the contraindications for measuring ankle-brachial pressure index at pre and post exercise
- Perform post exercise measurements of ankle-brachial pressure index
- Clean equipment after use
- Decontaminate equipment after use
- Leave equipment in a suitable condition for reuse
Measurement of Single Breath Gas TransferReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit equips learners with knowledge and skills to perform single breath gas transfer measurements assessing gas exchange function. You'll understand physiological principles, clinical applications, measurement procedures, equipment maintenance, and report contribution.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and application of single breath gas transfer
- Measure the uptake of carbon monoxide (CO) using the single breath technique as a guide to the gas exchange function
- Clean and decontaminate equipment used to measure the uptake of carbon dioxide (CO)
- Contribute to the production of a technical report for single breath gas transfer
- Perform routine maintenance, calibration and quality assurance procedures on the equipment used to undertake single breath gas transfer
Measurement of Static Lung Volumes in AdultsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the principles and clinical applications of static lung volume measurements. You'll gain practical skills in performing these measurements on adults, maintaining equipment hygiene, and contributing to quality assurance in respiratory care.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and application of static lung volume measurements in routine clinical practice.
- Accurately perform static lung volume measurements on adult patients.
- Effectively clean and decontaminate equipment used for static lung volume measurements, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Contribute to the production of technical reports summarising static lung volume measurements in adults.
- Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and quality assurance procedures on equipment used for static lung volume measurements.
Measurement of Toe Pressure by Photoplethysmography (PPG)Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study the principles and practice of measuring toe pressures using photoplethysmography (PPG). The unit includes patient preparation, accurate measurement techniques following standard operating procedures, and equipment cleaning and decontamination for reuse.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of measuring toe pressures by photoplethysmography
- Understand the practice of measuring toe pressures by photoplethysmography
- Measure toe pressures by photoplethysmography in accordance with the standard operating procedure
- Clean equipment after use
- Decontaminate equipment after use
- Leave equipment in a suitable condition for reuse
Measurement of Transcutaneous Oxygen (TCPO2)Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the principles and practice of measuring transcutaneous oxygen (TCPO2). They will be able to perform TCPO2 measurements according to Standard Operating Procedures, ensuring correct probe placement, calibration, and appropriate cleaning and decontamination of equipment.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of measuring transcutaneous oxygen (TCPO2)
- Understand the practice of measuring transcutaneous oxygen (TCPO2)
- Measure transcutaneous oxygen (TCPO2) in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure
- Clean equipment after use
- Decontaminate equipment after use
- Leave equipment in a suitable condition for reuse
Measuring Ankle Brachial Pressure IndexReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides knowledge of lower limb blood supply, vascular diseases, and the principles and indications for measuring the Ankle Brachial Pressure Index (ABPI). You'll learn to prepare for and perform ABPI measurements and communicate relevant information effectively to patients.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the blood supply to the lower limbs and diseases that can lead to vascular disease of the lower limbs
- Understand the basic principles and indications for measuring Ankle Brachial Pressure Index (ABPI)
- Prepare effectively for measuring Ankle Brachial Pressure Index (ABPI)
- Communicate relevant information effectively to patients
- Perform the measurement of ankle and brachial pressures at rest
- Document relevant information accurately and comprehensively
- Maintain equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions
- Perform and document quality assurance procedures including calibration in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
Measuring Peripheral Oxygen SaturationReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll develop an understanding of oxygen saturation, pulse oximetry principles, and factors affecting saturation levels. The unit includes practical skills to prepare for and perform peripheral oxygen saturation measurements using a pulse oximetre.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand oxygen saturation and the indication for its measurement
- Understand the basic principles of pulse oximetry
- Prepare for performing peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2) measurements using a pulse oximeter
- Perform the measurement of peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2)
- Understand and perform routine maintenance, calibration and cleaning procedures
Medical Engineering in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of safe working practices and effective communication within medical engineering environments. The unit includes performing routine risk assessments, understanding departmental roles, and contributing to incident reporting and maintenance tasks.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand safe working practices in medical engineering environments
- Communicate effectively in the medical engineering environment in own area of work
- Understand the work of the medical engineering department and its role within the wider healthcare organisation
- Perform a range of routine risk assessments appropriate to medical engineering tasks
- Contribute to incident reporting procedures within the medical engineering department
- Perform routine maintenance on medical gas equipment according to established procedures
Microbiology in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides an understanding of microbiology principles, including bacterial, viral, and fungal pathogens, microbial pathogenesis, and antimicrobial resistance. You'll gain the ability to perform routine microbiological analyses to quality standards and appreciate microbiology's role in patient diagnosis and multidisciplinary healthcare.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles of microbiology
- Understand the practical applications of microbiology in a healthcare setting
- Perform routine analyses using automated, semi-automated, and/or manual equipment in microbiology, adhering to specified quality standards
- Interpret the results of routine analyses performed in microbiology
- Understand the impact of microbiology services on patient diagnosis and treatment
- Understand the role of microbiology within the multi-disciplinary healthcare team
Nuclear Medicine in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with an understanding of nuclear medicine principles and the role of Healthcare Science Associates. You'll assist with diagnostic imaging and therapy procedures and perform quality control on gamma cameras using standardised parametres.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the practice of nuclear medicine underpinning the role of a Healthcare Science Associate
- Understand the principles of nuclear medicine underpinning the role of a Healthcare Science Associate
- Assist with Diagnostic Imaging in Nuclear Medicine
- Assist with Therapy in Nuclear Medicine
- Perform Quality Control on a gamma camera using an appropriate source
- Perform Quality Control on a gamma camera using standardised parameters
- Be aware of action thresholds when performing Quality Control on a gamma camera
- Assist in routine radiopharmacy procedures
- Perform routine contamination monitoring
- Perform decontamination procedures
- Dispose of waste in a Medical Physics department
Ophthalmic PharmacologyReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll explore general pharmacological principles and specific aspects of ophthalmic drug formulation and delivery. The unit covers major categories of ophthalmic diagnostic and therapeutic drugs, their indications, modes of action, adverse effects, and considerations for safe and effective use.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the general principles of pharmacology
- Understand the principles and methods of ophthalmic drug formulation and delivery to the eye
- Understand the major categories of ophthalmic diagnostic and therapeutic drugs, their indications, mode of action and adverse effects
- Understand the operational drug policies in own area of practice
Ophthalmic and Vision Science: Applied MicrobiologyReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain an understanding of applied microbiology within ophthalmic and vision science, including microbial classification, specimen collection and transport, and labouratory identification methods. The unit also covers healthcare-associated infection causes, transmission routes, and prevention procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the different categories of microbes
- Understand the classification of microbes
- Understand how specimens are collected
- Understand how specimens are transported
- Understand how microbes are identified in the laboratory
- Understand the causes of healthcare associated infection
- Understand the routes of transmission of healthcare associated infection
- Understand procedures to reduce healthcare associated infections
- Understand procedures to prevent healthcare associated infections
- Understand the relevant workplace policies in an ophthalmic setting
- Understand the relevant workplace procedures in an ophthalmic setting
Performing Machine Function TestsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit equips learners with knowledge of machine function tests on neurophysiological recording equipment, including signal amplification, filtering, and error sources. You'll develop practical skills to perform internal and external calibration procedures in accordance with standard operating procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and application of machine function tests on neurophysiological recording equipment
- Perform internal calibration procedures on neurophysiological recording equipment in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures
- Perform external calibration procedures on neurophysiological recording equipment in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures
- Measure common mode rejection ratio using a signal generator for a number of recorder channels
- Measure internal noise of a number of the recorder’s channels
- Understand how machine function tests contribute to the provision of quality-assured investigations
Performing Overnight OximetryReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the purpose and physiological principles of overnight oximetry. The unit covers preparation, issue, retrieval, cleaning, decontamination, and maintenance of equipment used to measure overnight oxygen saturation.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the purpose and process of performing overnight oximetry
- Prepare the patient and equipment for overnight oximetry
- Issue overnight oximetry equipment to patients, ensuring correct fitting and usage
- Retrieve data from overnight oximetry equipment following patient use
- Store data obtained from overnight oximetry equipment in accordance with organisational procedures
- Clean and decontaminate equipment used to measure overnight oximetry, adhering to infection control protocols
- Perform routine maintenance on the equipment used for overnight oximetry, following manufacturer's guidelines
- Perform calibration procedures on the equipment used for overnight oximetry, ensuring accurate readings
- Perform quality assurance procedures on the equipment used for overnight oximetry, identifying and addressing any issues
Performing Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation (PTNS) in Patients with Faecal and Urinary Incontinence Over Active Bladder (OAB)Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study the anatomy, physiology, and pathology related to percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) for faecal and urinary incontinence and overactive bladder. The unit develops competence in performing PTNS according to standard protocols, ensuring safe and effective patient treatment.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathology in relation to percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS), faecal incontinence, faecal urgency, over active bladder (OAB) and urinary incontinence, including the relevant nerve pathways and bladder function.
- Perform percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Clean equipment, and leave the room in a suitable condition for reuse, adhering to infection control protocols.
Performing Routine Electrocardiography in AdultsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to understand heart anatomy and function in relation to electrocardiography (ECG). You'll study clinical guidelines for safely recording 12-lead ECGs, develop effective patient communication skills, and perform routine ECG procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the normal structure and function of the heart and how this relates to the normal electrocardiogram
- Understand the guidelines and clinical framework for safely recording a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Communicate effectively with patients
- Perform routine electrocardiography in a range of routine patients which may include both in and outpatients
- Understand the technical quality of ECG recordings
- Recognise and respond appropriately to life- threatening arrhythmias identified on an ECG
Performing Urine Dip Stick AnalysisReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the physiological principles underlying urine dip stick analysis and the parametres measured. The unit covers preparation, performance, interpretation, and documentation of urine dip stick tests, including awareness of their limitations.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles underpinning urine dip stick analysis
- Perform urine dip stick analysis
Performing a Breath Test for Carbohydrate MalabsorptionReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand carbohydrate metabolism and the clinical use of hydrogen and methane breath tests for carbohydrate malabsorption. They will be able to prepare patients and equipment, perform breath tests according to Standard Operating Procedures, and maintain appropriate hygiene standards.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the processes of carbohydrate metabolism and the use of hydrogen and methane breath tests
- Perform hydrogen and methane breath tests in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
- Clean equipment, and leave the room in a suitable condition for reuse
- Perform quality control checks referring to senior staff as required
Peripheral Intravenous Cannulation as Part of Autonomic TestingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to understand the principles and practice of peripheral intravenous cannulation within autonomic testing. You'll recognise their professional responsibilities, apply safe working practices, and select appropriate cannulas while adhering to infection control measures.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and practice of peripheral intravenous cannulation as part of autonomic testing
- Understand own professional responsibilities when performing peripheral intravenous cannulation
- Understand safe working practices when performing peripheral intravenous cannulation
- Understand the importance of infection control when performing peripheral intravenous cannulation
- Select the cannula and site of cannulation
- Perform cannulation for withdrawal of blood during autonomic science investigations in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure
Planned Preventative MaintenanceReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to understand the engineering principles behind medical equipment operation and to prepare for planned preventative maintenance (PPM). You'll be able to perform PPM procedures on specified medical equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the engineering principles on which the medical equipment operation is based
- Prepare for planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
- Perform planned preventative maintenance procedures on a defined range of medical equipment in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Complete the planned preventative maintenance process
Point-of-Care TestingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain an understanding of point-of-care testing, including its advantages and disadvantages. The unit develops practical skills to perform routine point-of-care tests and emphasises the importance of quality assurance in testing procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the advantages of point-of-care testing
- Understand the disadvantages of point-of-care testing
- Perform routine point-of-care testing as appropriate to own area of work
Preparation of Medical Devices for the Cleaning and Disinfection ProcessReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the principles and practices for preparing medical devices for cleaning and disinfection. You'll be able to collect, sort, and prepare devices, identify non-conforming items, document device receipt, and maintain infection control standards.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and practice for the collection of medical devices from service users
- Perform the preparation of medical devices for the cleaning process
- Identify any non-conforming devices received from service users
- Document the receipt of medical devices
- Perform housekeeping requirements
Prepare Culture Systems for Gametes and Embryos in the HFEA-Licensed Reproductive Science LaboratoryReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with knowledge of the principles underpinning the preparation of culture systems for gametes and embryos in an HFEA-licenced reproductive science labouratory. You'll prepare culture systems while maintaining sterility and applying quality control procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles underpinning the preparation of culture systems
- Prepare culture systems for gametes and embryos
Prepare Documents for the Transport of Gametes and Embryos to and from Other Fertility ClinicsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to understand the HFEA Code of Practice and legal requirements for transporting gametes and embryos between fertility clinics. You'll be able to prepare accurate documentation and manage associated administrative processes.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the HFEA Code of Practice requirements relating to documentation for the transport of gametes and embryos
- Understand the specific documents required before transporting gametes and embryos to other fertility clinics
- Understand the specific documents required before transporting gametes and embryos from other fertility clinics
- Prepare accurate and complete documentation for the transport of gametes to other fertility clinics
- Prepare accurate and complete documentation for the transport of embryos to other fertility clinics
- Understand procedures for dealing with adverse incidents during the transport of gametes and embryos
- Understand emergency procedures related to the transport of gametes and embryos
Preparing Equipment for Ambulatory 24 Hour Monitoring, including pH and Combined pH/Impedance StudiesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the principles of ambulatory 24-hour pH monitoring and impedance studies. The unit develops skills to prepare equipment and the environment for these procedures, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for clinical use.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the underpinning principles of ambulatory 24 hour pH monitoring and impedance studies
- Prepare equipment and the environment for ambulatory 24 hour pH monitoring and impedance studies
- Clean equipment, and leave the room in a suitable condition for reuse
Preparing Lower GI equipment: Endoanal UltrasoundReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with an understanding of endoanal ultrasound principles, techniques, and image interpretation. You'll develop practical skills to prepare equipment and clinical environments for procedures and to clean and maintain equipment appropriately after use.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the underpinning principles of endoanal ultrasound, including its purpose, techniques, and interpretation of images.
- Demonstrate the ability to prepare equipment and the environment for endoanal ultrasound procedures, ensuring all necessary items are available and correctly set up.
- Demonstrate the ability to clean equipment effectively, ensuring it is safe for reuse, and leave the room in a suitable condition for the next patient.
Preparing Lower GI equipment: High Resolution Anorectal ManometryReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the principles of high resolution anorectal manometry and its clinical applications. The unit develops skills to prepare equipment and environment, perform the procedure, and clean equipment adhering to infection control guidelines.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the underpinning principles of high resolution anorectal manometry, including its purpose and applications
- Prepare the equipment required for high resolution anorectal manometry, ensuring it is clean and functional
- Prepare the environment for high resolution anorectal manometry, ensuring patient comfort and safety
- Clean equipment used in high resolution anorectal manometry, adhering to infection control guidelines
- Leave the room in a suitable condition for reuse after high resolution anorectal manometry, ensuring it is clean and tidy
Principles and Organisation of Services in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility ClinicReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll develop an understanding of the principles and organisation of services within an HFEA-licenced fertility clinic. The unit covers quality management, risk management, data security, confidentiality, and the operational structure of the reproductive science labouratory.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles underpinning the operation of an HFEA-licensed reproductive science laboratory
- Understand the organisational structure of an HFEA-licensed reproductive science laboratory
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of staff within an HFEA-licensed reproductive science laboratory
Principles and Practice of Decontamination ScienceReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of healthcare science services in decontamination science, including the role of Healthcare Science Associates. The unit covers principles and practices of processing reusable medical devices and participation in quality control and assurance.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the healthcare science services provided by decontamination science
- Understand the role of the Healthcare Science Associate in decontamination science
- Understand the principles and practice of processing reusable medical devices
- Participate in quality control, external quality assessment and quality management in own area of work
- Understand the medical device journey and stock control
- Use audit to ensure the validity of the information management system
Principles and Practice of Flexible Endoscope DecontaminationReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the principles and practice of flexible endoscope decontamination, including correct use of Personal Protective Equipment in different endoscopy unit areas. You'll understand endoscope design and processing using validated automated systems.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in each area of the endoscopy unit
- Understand the practice of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in each area of the endoscopy unit
- Understand the principal design of a flexible endoscope
- Understand the components of a flexible endoscope
- Understand the principles of processing a flexible endoscope using a validated automated cleaning process
- Understand the practice of processing a flexible endoscope using a validated automated cleaning process
- Perform the receipt of a flexible endoscope
- Perform a leak test on a flexible endoscope
- Perform manual cleaning of a flexible endoscope
- Prepare a flexible endoscope for the automated process
- Perform the product release from the endoscope washer/disinfector
- Prepare the flexible endoscope so it can be held in an endoscopy storage system
- Perform product release from endoscopy storage systems to the service user
Principles of UltrasoundReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll explore the fundamental principles of ultrasound, including the physical properties of ultrasound waves and their interaction with tissues. The unit also covers various ultrasound modes and applications within healthcare science, providing a comprehensive understanding of diagnostic imaging techniques.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the basic principles of ultrasound, including its physical properties and interactions with tissues.
- Understand the applications of ultrasound in healthcare science, including diagnostic imaging and therapeutic interventions.
Procedures for Witnessing in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility ClinicReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand national and local guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures, and professional standards for witnessing procedures in HFEA-licenced fertility clinics. The unit includes performing labouratory witnessing in accordance with established protocols.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand current national guidelines relating to witnessing procedures in the HFEA-licensed Fertility Clinic
- Understand local protocols relating to witnessing procedures in the HFEA-licensed Fertility Clinic
- Understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) relating to witnessing procedures in the HFEA-licensed Fertility Clinic
- Understand professional guidelines relating to witnessing procedures in the HFEA-licensed Fertility Clinic
- Perform laboratory witnessing following standard operating procedures
- Understand the context of witnessing procedures
- Understand troubleshooting in relation to witnessing procedures
- Know when to take advice in relation to witnessing procedures
Professional Practice and Person-centred CareReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with knowledge of the structure and function of UK health and social care services and the healthcare science workforce. You'll understand the importance of patient-centred care and develop skills to place the patient at the centre of safe and effective practice.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the current structure and function of health and social care services in the UK
- Understand the structure of the healthcare science workforce and the role of the Healthcare Science Associate
- Understand the importance of patient-centred healthcare
- Place the patient at the centre of care at all times
- Understand the requirements for safe practice as a Healthcare Science Associate
- Practice as a Healthcare Science Associate safely and effectively within own scope of practice
- Keep up to date with developments in healthcare and healthcare science
- Promote mental health and well-being
Project ManagementReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll develop the ability to plan, execute, and close projects within their own work area using formal project management methodologies. The unit covers defining project scope, stakeholder identification, risk management, and resource planning.
What you'll be able to do
- Plan a new project within the framework of formal project-management methodology within own area of work
- Execute and close the project within the framework of formal project management methodology within own area of work
Radiation Physics in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study radiation physics principles relevant to Healthcare Science Associates and assist in routine radiation physics activities. The unit includes performing basic contamination monitoring and thermoluminescent dosimetry (TLD) measurements, adhering to safety protocols within healthcare settings.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the practical application of radiation physics principles that underpin the role of a Healthcare Science Associate.
- Assist qualified staff in performing routine activities within radiation physics, adhering to established protocols.
- Perform basic contamination monitoring procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
- Perform basic contamination monitoring procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
- Perform routine Thermoluminescent Dosimeter (TLD) measurements for personal radiation monitoring, following established procedures.
Radiotherapy Physics in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the principles of radiotherapy physics relevant to Healthcare Science Associates and assist in routine machine quality assurance. The unit also covers preparation of patient positioning devices and radiotherapy treatment accessories.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the practices and principles of radiotherapy physics that underpin the role of a Healthcare Science Associate
- Assist in routine machine quality assurance procedures
- Assist in the preparation of patient positioning devices for radiotherapy treatment
- Assist in the preparation of radiotherapy treatment plans under supervision
- Assist in the preparation and evaluation of in-vivo dosimetry measurements
Recognising ECG Abnormalities in AdultsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study the principles of electrocardiography (ECG), including the heart's electrical conduction system and normal adult ECG patterns. The unit develops skills to identify various ECG abnormalities and produce accurate, factual ECG reports based on correct electrode placement and recording techniques.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles and theoretical basis of Electrocardiography (ECG).
- Understand the practical aspects of performing and interpreting ECGs.
- Understand the characteristics of a normal ECG tracing in adults, including waveforms, intervals, and segments.
- Recognise and identify a range of common and significant ECG changes and abnormalities in adults.
- Accurately produce a factual and concise ECG report, documenting relevant findings and observations.
Recognising ECG Abnormalities in ChildrenReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand electrocardiography principles and normal paediatric ECG parametres. The unit enables recognition of ECG changes associated with arrhythmias and conditions affecting the heart's left and right sides in children, including correct electrode placement.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of Electrocardiography (ECG)
- Understand the practice of Electrocardiography (ECG)
- Understand the normal ECG in children
- Recognise the ECG changes associated with arrhythmias in children
- Recognise the ECG changes associated with conditions affecting the left side of the heart of children
- Recognise the ECG changes associated with conditions affecting the right side of the heart of children
- Produce a factual ECG report
Rehabilitation Engineering in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of safe working practices and effective communication within rehabilitation engineering. The unit includes understanding departmental functions, preparing the environment and equipment, and assisting patients during rehabilitation engineering procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand safe working practices in rehabilitation engineering
- Communicate effectively with patients in the rehabilitation engineering environment
- Communicate effectively with colleagues in the rehabilitation engineering environment
- Understand the work of the rehabilitation engineering department
- Prepare the environment for procedures
- Prepare equipment for procedures
- Prepare the patient for procedures
- Maintain a wheelchair in good working order
- Provide appropriate aids for daily living for routine referrals to rehabilitation engineering services
- Assist in the routine assessment of gait
- Assist in the assessment of a patient requiring assistive technology
- Perform routine procedures in rehabilitation engineering
- Understand how to complete an incident report in accordance with local procedures in rehabilitation engineering
- Assist Rehabilitation Engineers in the provision of specialist medical device modifications
- Assist Rehabilitation Engineers in the provision of specialist medical device adaptations
Renal Technology in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with an understanding of safe working practices and effective communication within a Renal Technology environment. You'll assist in routine maintenance of water treatment plants and renal dialysis equipment under supervision.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand safe working practices in Renal Technology
- Communicate effectively in the Renal Technology environment with colleagues and patients
- Understand the work of the Renal Technology department and its role within the wider healthcare setting
- Assist in the routine maintenance of a water treatment plant under supervision
- Assist in performing routine maintenance of renal dialysis equipment under supervision
- Perform a range of risk assessments within the renal environment in accordance with SOPs
- Complete an incident report in accordance with local procedures accurately and comprehensively
- Understand the need for the effective management of other medical devices used in the renal dialysis environment
Reproductive Sciences: Human Body Systems – Biological Basis of Reproductive SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with knowledge of the anatomy and function of male and female reproductive systems. It covers reproductive processes such as fertilisation, embryo development, implantation, and early pregnancy, including hormonal control and physiological mechanisms.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the anatomy of the female reproductive system
- Understand the function of the female reproductive system
- Understand the anatomy of the male reproductive system
- Understand the function of the male reproductive system
- Understand the processes of fertilisation
- Understand the processes of embryo development in vivo
- Understand the processes of implantation in vivo
- Understand the processes of early pregnancy in vivo
- Understand how the processes of reproduction in vivo are reflected in the HFEA-Licensed laboratory
- Understand how the processes of reproduction in vivo are monitored in the HFEA-Licensed laboratory
- Understand how the processes of reproduction in vivo are performed in the HFEA-Licensed laboratory
Safe Use of Information Communication Technology within the Clinical EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of legislation, guidance, policies, and procedures related to the safe use of information and communications technology within clinical environments. The unit also covers safeguarding health data and secure transfer of information in healthcare practice.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the relevant legislation and guidance that underpins the safe use of information and communications technology (ICT) in your area of practice
- Understand the policies and procedures that underpin the safe and secure transfer of health data in your area of work
- Understand how to safeguard health data and information from unauthorised access or disclosure
- Use information communication technology effectively and safely in your area of work
Scientific Basis of Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Sleep Science: Anatomy, Histology and Physiology of the Respiratory SystemReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the anatomy, histology, and physiology of the respiratory system. The unit includes the processes of inspiration, expiration, gas exchange, respiratory control, and the effects of exercise and disease.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the anatomy, histology and physiology of the respiratory system
- Understand the process of inspiration and expiration
- Understand gas exchange and the transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide and factors that affect gas exchange
- Understand control of respiration and the effects of exercise
- Understand the practice of respiratory physiology
Scientific Basis of Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Sleep Science: Cardiac Embryology, Anatomy and PhysiologyReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides comprehensive knowledge of cardiac embryology, anatomy, and physiology. You'll study heart development, congenital defects, foetal and postnatal circulation, cardiac cycle, conduction system, and factors affecting cardiac output and blood vessel function.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand cardiac embryology and common congenital heart defects
- Understand the foetal circulation and the circulatory changes that occur at birth
- Understand the anatomy of the heart, coronary, systemic and pulmonary circulations
- Understand the cardiac cycle and cardiac conduction system
- Understand the term cardiac output, the regulation of heart rate and factors affecting cardiac output
- Understand the structure and function of blood vessels and the effect of vascular disease
- Understand the practice of cardiac science
Scientific Basis of Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Sleep Science: Scientific Basis of Respiratory Disorders of SleepReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain an understanding of sleep physiology and healthcare science techniques used to diagnose and treat sleep disorders. The unit covers sleep stages, neurophysiological regulation, patient preparation, polysomnography, and respiratory support therapies.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the physiology of sleep
- Understand the routine techniques undertaken by healthcare science services to support the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of sleep
Scientific Basis of Engineering: Basic MechanicsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain an understanding of the scientific principles of mechanics relevant to clinical engineering, including force, mass, acceleration, stress, and elasticity. The unit develops practical skills in performing basic mechanical tasks, assembling components, and analysing the operating characteristics of lifting machines.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the scientific basis of mechanics underpinning Clinical Engineering
- Perform basic mechanical tasks competently
- Determine the operating characteristics of lifting machines accurately
- Understand how to determine the stress in structural members and joints
- Understand how to determine the parameters of fluid systems
- Understand how to determine the characteristics of simple harmonic motion in engineering systems
Scientific Basis of Engineering: Electrical and Basic ElectronicsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the scientific principles of electrical circuits and basic electronics relevant to clinical engineering. You'll learn to write basic microprocessor programmes and interpret circuit diagrams with common configurations.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the scientific principles underpinning electrical circuits and basic electronics in the context of clinical engineering.
- Develop a basic programme for a microprocessor or other programmable device.
- Interpret basic circuit diagrams and recognise common circuit configurations.
Scientific Basis of Healthcare Science: Clinical ScienceReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the structural, chemical, cellular, and tissue organisation of the human body and responses to disease. You'll study body systems, common diseases, and sociological principles relevant to healthcare science practice.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the structural, chemical, cellular and tissue organisation of the body and the cellular, tissue and systems responses to disease
- Understand the structure and function of all body systems and the effects of common diseases
- Understand the principles and core concepts of the sociology of health and illness
Scientific Basis of Healthcare Science: Epidemiology and Public HealthReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain comprehensive knowledge of epidemiology, public health, and evidence-based medicine. The unit covers public health functions, disease prevention and screening principles, and the application of epidemiological methods to improve population health.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the basis of epidemiology, public health and evidence-based medicine
- Understand public health functions and how these can improve the health of populations
- Understand the principles and applications of disease prevention and disease screening
- Understand the relevance of epidemiology and the impact of public health programmes on own area of practice
Scientific Basis of Healthcare Science: Genetics and Genomics and Clinical BioinformaticsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the principles and core concepts of clinical genetics, genomics, and personalised medicine, alongside clinical bioinformatics. You'll gain knowledge of DNA structure, genetic mutations, inheritance patterns, genetic testing, and counselling, understanding their impact on healthcare science services.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of clinical genetics
- Understand the core concepts of clinical genetics
- Understand the principles of genomics
- Understand the core concepts of genomics
- Understand the principles of personalised/precision medicine
- Understand the core concepts of personalised/precision medicine
- Understand the principles of clinical bioinformatics and the impact on health
- Understand the principles of clinical bioinformatics and the impact on healthcare
- Understand the principles of clinical bioinformatics and the impact on healthcare science services
Scientific Basis of Healthcare Science: Mathematics, Statistics and Physical SciencesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with an understanding of mathematical, statistical, and physical science principles underpinning healthcare science. You'll apply these techniques to solve problems and present data relevant to their practice area.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand mathematical and statistical techniques that underpin the practice of healthcare science
- Apply mathematical and statistical techniques and present data in own area of practice
- Understand the basic principles of physics and clinical engineering that underpin healthcare science
Scientific Basis of Healthcare Science: Pharmacology and TherapeuticsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the general principles of pharmacology, including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and drug action mechanisms. The unit also covers operational drug policies relevant to healthcare science practice.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the general principles of pharmacology, including pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics
- Understand operational drug policies and procedures within a healthcare setting
Scientific Basis of Medical PhysicsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers core principles of medical physics, including radiation physics, imaging, and therapy. You'll understand biological effects of radiation, procedures for evaluating adverse incidents, and the roles of Healthcare Science Associates within medical physics services.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the core principles of medical physics and their application in healthcare.
- Understand the biological effects of radiation on the human body and the methods used for its measurement.
- Understand the procedures for reporting and the need for thorough evaluation of adverse incidents involving medical physics equipment or procedures.
- Understand the key roles and responsibilities of a Healthcare Science Associate within the medical physics department.
Scientific Basis of Neurosensory Sciences: Applied Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology: The EarReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the auditory and vestibular systems, including ear structures, hearing, balance processes, and neural pathways. The unit also covers common disorders affecting these systems, providing a foundation for understanding auditory and vestibular function.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of the auditory and vestibular system
- Understand the pathophysiology of the auditory and vestibular system
Scientific Basis of Neurosensory Sciences: Applied Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology: The Nervous SystemReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the nervous system's anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. The unit covers major anatomical structures, cellular properties of neurons, brain anatomy, and the nervous system's functional roles in sensory perception and motor control.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the main anatomical structures and physiological functions of the nervous system
- Understand the general histological structure of the nervous system, including cells and tissues
- Understand the cellular properties of neurons and the mechanisms by which they communicate with each other
- Understand the anatomy of the brain, including its major regions and their functions
- Understand the anatomical components and functions of the spinal cord
- Understand the structure and function of the autonomic and somatic nervous systems, including their roles in motor functions
- Understand the pathophysiology of common neurological diseases and how these diseases impact on patients and their families, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
Scientific Basis of Neurosensory Sciences: Applied Physics and MeasurementReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides an understanding of the scientific principles underlying neurosensory measurements, including electricity, electromagnetic radiation, wave motion, mechanics, and fluid dynamics. You'll explore how these principles apply to neurosensory science instrumentation and measurement techniques.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of electricity that underpin measurements in neurosensory sciences
- Understand the principles of electromagnetic radiation and light that underpin measurements in neurosensory sciences
- Understand the principles of wave motion and sound that underpin measurements in neurosensory sciences
- Understand the principles of mechanics and body mechanics that underpin measurements in neurosensory sciences
- Understand the principles of fluids and fluid dynamics that underpin measurements in neurosensory sciences
- Understand the principles of mathematics and statistics that underpin measurements in neurosensory sciences
- Understand how different environments can affect neurosensory measurement systems
- Understand the health and safety systems that underpin neurosensory physiological measurements
- Understand the quality assurance processes in own department which underpin safety and good practice
Scientific Basis of Physical Sciences: Mathematics, Statistics and InformaticsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll develop understanding of mathematics, statistics, and informatics as applied to physical sciences. The unit covers mathematical modelling, statistical data analysis, and informatics tools, enabling learners to manipulate, analyse, and present technical and clinical information effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the application of mathematics, statistics and informatics in physical science, including data analysis, modelling, and simulation.
- Manipulate, analyse and present technical and clinical information effectively, using appropriate software and techniques.
Semen AssessmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the principles and practices of semen assessment, including adherence to WHO guidelines and quality control. The unit develops skills to perform assessments accurately, handle samples correctly, troubleshoot issues, and recognise when to seek advice.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles related to performing semen assessment
- Understand the practices related to performing semen assessment
- Perform semen assessment
- Understand the context in relation to performing and reporting semen assessments
- Understand troubleshooting in relation to performing and reporting semen assessments
- Understand when to take advice in relation to performing and reporting semen assessments
Skills for Lifelong LearningReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll develop the qualities and abilities necessary for independent learning, including effective time management and self-evaluation. The unit also addresses understanding plagiarism, correct referencing, and maintaining personal health and well-being.
What you'll be able to do
- Demonstrate the qualities and abilities required of an independent learner
- Understand plagiarism and its importance
- Understand the consequences of plagiarism
- Correctly reference information sources
- Maintain own health and well-being
Sleep DiagnosticsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand disorders of breathing during sleep and methods for investigating sleep disorders in adults and/or children. The unit includes performing standard diagnostic tests, cleaning and decontaminating equipment, and preparing for sleep studies.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the different disorders of breathing that can occur during sleep
- Understand the methods used to investigate sleep and sleep disorders in both adults and children
- Perform a range of standard diagnostic tests to investigate sleep and sleep disorders in adults and/or children, following established protocols
- Clean and decontaminate equipment used for a range of standard diagnostic tests, adhering to infection control procedures
- Perform routine maintenance and quality assurance procedures on the equipment used for standard diagnostic tests to ensure accuracy and reliability
Sleep TherapyReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea/Hypopnoea Syndrome (OSAHS) management and therapeutic interventions to improve sleep. The unit develops skills to safely and accurately dispense CPAP devices and understand the roles of healthcare professionals in OSAHS care.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the management of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea/Hypopnoea Syndrome (OSAHS)
- Understand therapeutic interventions to achieve improvements in sleep
- Dispense CPAP devices to individuals safely
- Dispense CPAP devices to individuals accurately
Spirometry and Bronchodilator Response in AdultsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system and the principles of spirometry in adults. You'll prepare for and perform spirometry and bronchodilator response tests, including routine cleaning and decontamination of related equipment.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system and how this relates to normal function
- Understand the principles and application of spirometry (dynamic lung volumes measurement) in routine clinical practice in adults
- Prepare for the measurement of dynamic lung volumes and bronchodilator response
- Perform routine cleaning and decontamination procedures for equipment used for spirometry (dynamic lung volumes) and bronchodilation in adults
- Perform routine maintenance, calibration and quality assurance processes on the equipment used to undertake spirometry in adults
- Contribute to the production of a technical report for spirometry (dynamic lung volumes) and bronchodilator response in adults
Spirometry, Static Lung Volumes and Bronchodilator Response in AdultsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain comprehensive knowledge of dynamic and static lung volume measurements in adults within clinical practice. The unit develops practical skills in performing spirometry, equipment maintenance, quality control, and interpreting lung function test results.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and application of dynamic and static lung volume measurement in routine clinical practice in adults.
- Perform the measurement of dynamic lung volumes.
- Clean and decontaminate equipment used to measure static and dynamic lung volumes in adults.
- Produce a technical report for static and dynamic lung volumes.
- Perform routine maintenance, calibration and quality assurance procedures on the equipment used to undertake dynamic and static lung volumes.
Spirometry, Static Lung Volumes and Bronchodilator Response in ChildrenReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the principles and clinical applications of dynamic and static lung volume measurements and bronchodilator response testing in children. The unit includes practical skills to perform these measurements accurately while adhering to established protocols and maintaining equipment cleanliness.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and clinical application of dynamic and static lung volume measurements in routine clinical practice for children.
- Understand the factors that can affect lung volume measurements in children.
- Accurately perform the measurement of dynamic lung volumes and bronchodilator response measurements in routine clinical practice for children, adhering to established protocols.
- Correctly clean and decontaminate all equipment used to measure static and dynamic lung volumes in children, following infection control guidelines.
- Produce a clear and comprehensive technical report for static and dynamic lung volumes and bronchodilator response measurements in children, including relevant data and observations.
- Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and quality assurance procedures on the equipment used to undertake dynamic and static lung volumes in children, ensuring accuracy and reliability of results.
Teaching, Learning and Assessing Practical SkillsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit introduces key learning theories and the process of teaching, learning, and assessing practical skills. You'll plan and deliver practical skills teaching sessions, assess junior staff, and employ a learner-centred approach to support skill development.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how people learn and key theories of teaching, learning and assessing practical skills
- Understand the process of teaching, learning and assessing a practical skill
- Plan for practical skills teaching sessions in own area of work
- Teach and assess junior staff a range of practical skills in own area of work
- Use a learner-centred approach to feedback to support learning of practical skills
- Train junior staff in relevant health, safety/security practices in own area of work
Technical Scientific ServicesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the range of technical scientific services within their working context and their contribution to patient care. The unit includes working within protocols and procedures, participating in drafting Standard Operating Procedures, and performing equipment maintenance.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the range of technical scientific services provided within own working context
- Work within protocols and procedures in patient investigation, treatment or management
- Participate in drafting Standard Operating Procedures
- Perform a range of equipment management skills
- Understand the terminology and process that underpins a safe, quality assured healthcare science service
- Apply and maintain quality standards to assure the validity of routine scientific and technical investigations
- Perform risk assessments
Technical Support for Computerised Medical DevicesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit develops learners' abilities to provide technical support for computerised medical devices within a local area network. You'll understand system administration, hardware and software installation, equipment management databases, and information security principles.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the underpinning principles of system administration procedures in a local area network
- Undertake system administration procedures in a local area network
- Construct and install hardware systems in own work area
- Construct and install software systems in own work area
- Understand how Information and Communications Technology (ICT) supports clinical activity
- Utilise equipment management databases
- Utilise asset databases
- Undertake one-to-one training of users in the safe and effective use of hardware
- Undertake one-to-one training of users in the safe and effective use of software
Terminal Processing including Sterilisation and High Level DisinfectionReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the principles and practice of terminal sterilisation and high-level disinfection of reusable medical devices. The unit includes performing sterilisation processes, following standard operating procedures, recording tasks accurately, and maintaining housekeeping standards.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and practices of terminal sterilisation for processing reusable medical devices
- Understand the importance of following standard operating procedures for terminal sterilisation
- Perform the processing of reusable medical devices using terminal sterilisation techniques, adhering to safety protocols
- Accurately record all tasks performed in the departmental information system
- Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and organised terminal processing area
- Review reports and prioritise validation activities related to terminal sterilisation processes
Testing, Maintenance and Breakdown Management of Decontamination EquipmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the principles and procedures for daily and weekly testing, maintenance, and breakdown management of decontamination equipment. The unit includes performing tests and housekeeping to ensure equipment safety and recording all maintenance activities.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of daily and weekly testing of decontamination equipment
- Understand the practice of daily and weekly testing of decontamination equipment
- Perform daily testing of equipment to ensure that it is fit for safe use
- Perform housekeeping of equipment to ensure that it is fit for safe use
- Perform weekly testing of equipment to ensure that it is fit for safe use
- Record all testing data in the department information system
- Perform the acceptance procedure for returning equipment back to service after successful testing
- Perform the acceptance procedure for returning equipment back to service after planned maintenance
- Understand when to notify the appropriate personnel in the event of an equipment failure
The Building Blocks of LifeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of the structure and function of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, nucleic acids, genes, and chromosomes. The unit also covers genetics, the human genome, and the classification and role of proteins in biological systems.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the structure and function of the major classes of carbohydrates, lipids and amino acids, nucleic acids, genes and chromosomes
- Understand the underpinning of genetics and the human genome
- Understand the classification and role of proteins in the structure, structural integrity and function of biological systems
The Medical Equipment LifecycleReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the medical equipment lifecycle, including its stages and the roles of various stakeholders. You'll gain knowledge of medical equipment management processes and develop skills to operate medical device management and quality management systems effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the medical equipment lifecycle and its use within healthcare
- Understand the process of medical equipment management
- Operate medical device management systems (MDMS) and quality management systems (QMS) to support all aspects of equipment management activities
- Understand the process for the procurement of medical equipment
- Assist in the procurement of medical equipment effectively
- Assist in the management of rental and loan equipment efficiently
- Perform quality assurance tasks to ensure equipment safety and effectiveness
The Role of the Genetic CounsellorReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the role of genetic counsellors in diagnosing and managing genetic and genomic conditions. The unit includes knowledge of inheritance patterns, clinical features, and skills to gather and interpret family history information within their area of practice.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the genetic and genomic conditions affecting patients and their families within own area of practice
- Understand the role of genetic/genomic counselling in the diagnosis and management of genetic or genomic conditions
- Gather and draw a simple family history and interpret the findings
The Science behind the CureReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the role of life science services in healthcare, including disciplines such as microbiology, biochemistry, and haematology. You'll understand good labouratory practice principles, specimen handling, and the impact of pathology services on patient care pathways.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the role of life science services in healthcare
- Understand the basis of good laboratory/ departmental practice, including the handling of biological specimens
- Understand the impact of pathology services on patients and the patient care pathway
The Urinary SystemReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with a comprehensive understanding of the urinary system's anatomy, histology, physiology, and function. You'll study the kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, pelvic floor, urine formation, and routine diagnostic tests related to urinary health.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the structure and function of the urinary system
- Understand the anatomy, histology and physiology of the kidneys
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of the ureters, urinary bladder, urethra and pelvic floor
- Understand the formation and characteristics of urine
- Understand routine tests undertaken to investigate disorders of the urinary system
Transfusion Science – Blood Transfusion in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of transfusion science principles and practices, including routine analysis using automated and manual equipment in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice. The unit addresses blood group serology, antibody screening, and compatibility testing.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of transfusion science
- Understand the practice of transfusion science
- Perform routine analysis on automated equipment in transfusion science working to Good Manufacturing Practice
- Perform routine analysis on manual equipment in transfusion science working to Good Manufacturing Practice
- Understand the impact of transfusion science services on patients
- Understand the impact of transfusion science services on the work of the multi-disciplinary team
Transfusion Science – Stem Cell and Tissue TransplantationReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study the principles and practice of transfusion science related to stem cell and tissue transplantation, including blood group systems, HLA matching, and graft complications. The unit develops practical skills in performing routine analyses following Good Manufacturing Practice and understanding transfusion science's patient impact.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of transfusion science related to stem cell transplantation
- Understand the principles of transfusion science related to tissue transplantation
- Understand the practical application of transfusion science in stem cell and tissue transplantation
- Perform routine analyses using automated and/or manual equipment in transfusion and transplantation science, adhering to Good Manufacturing Practice guidelines
- Interpret the results of routine analyses performed in transfusion and transplantation science
- Understand the impact of transfusion and transplantation science services on patient outcomes
- Understand the role of transfusion and transplantation science within the multi-disciplinary healthcare team
Ultrasound Measurement of Post-Void Residual UrineReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the anatomy, physiology, and principles involved in measuring post-void residual urine using ultrasound. The unit develops practical skills to perform pre- and post-void measurements accurately, recognise potential errors, and assist with patient aftercare following the investigation.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and practice underpinning the measurement of post-void residual urine, including the relevant anatomy, physiology, and potential sources of error.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform the measurement of pre- and post-void residual urine accurately and safely, following established protocols.
- Demonstrate the ability to assist following completion of the investigation, including providing appropriate aftercare and documentation.
Virology in PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study the principles and practice of virology, including virus structure, replication, and detection methods. The unit develops skills to perform routine virological analyses using various equipment and understand the role of virology in patient care and healthcare teams.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and practice of virology
- Perform routine analysis on automated, semi-automated and/or manual equipment in virology to specified quality standards
- Understand the impact of virology on patients and the work of the multi-disciplinary team
Visual Field AssessmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with knowledge of the visual system's structure and function relevant to visual field assessment. You'll understand testing principles and methods, develop practical skills in performing assessments, and interpret common visual field defects associated with neurological conditions.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the structure and functioning of the visual system relevant to the assessment of visual field, including the retina, optic nerve, and visual pathways.
- Understand the principles and methods of visual field testing, including perimetry techniques and interpretation of results.
- Perform visual field assessments accurately and safely, following established protocols and procedures.
Withdrawal of Blood from an Indwelling Peripheral CannulaReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the principles and practice of obtaining venous blood samples from an indwelling peripheral cannula. The unit develops knowledge of anatomical and physiological considerations, infection control, and safe withdrawal techniques during autonomic science investigations.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of obtaining venous samples from an indwelling peripheral cannula
- Understand the practice of obtaining venous samples from an indwelling peripheral cannula
- Withdraw venous blood during autonomic science investigations in accordance with the standard operating procedure
Working Practices in Physical SciencesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides an understanding of safe and professional working practices in a medical physics environment. You'll develop communication skills, knowledge of incident reporting, and the ability to work effectively within healthcare teams while adhering to safety regulations.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how to work safely in a medical physics environment
- Communicate effectively with patients within the healthcare environment
- Communicate effectively with colleagues within the healthcare environment
- Understand the incident reporting structure
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of staff in own area of work
- Work professionally in a medical physics environment
- Undertake routine administrative duties
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Pearson BTEC Level 4 Diploma in Healthcare Science
- Acceptance test products, equipment, medical devices and associated systems within healthcare
- Accessing, registering and inputting patient data in a LIMS under supervision
- Acquire images, data and reference material for radiotherapy processes
- Adapt technical procedure for ionising radiation measurement instrumentation
- Add a patient to the National Transplant Register
- Administer radioactive and non-radioactive medicinal products for diagnostic or therapeutic procedures
- Administer sealed source brachytherapy to patients using after loading devices
- Advise on use and effects of radioactive and non-radioactive medicinal products
Where this can lead
Laboratory Technician
Your career path here isn't set in stone; it's more like a choose-your-own-adventure. We're here to support your growth, whether that's becoming a deeper technical expert, moving into management, or even transitioning into a scientific role with further study. The key is continuous learning and a genuine passion for what you do.
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Skills it covers
What the job actually needs. These are the standards the units are built against, in the words employers and awarding bodies already use for the work itself.
Acceptance test products, equipment, medical devices and associated systems within healthcareAccessing, registering and inputting patient data in a LIMS under supervisionAcquire images, data and reference material for radiotherapy processesAdapt technical procedure for ionising radiation measurement instrumentationAdd a patient to the National Transplant RegisterAdminister radioactive and non-radioactive medicinal products for diagnostic or therapeutic proceduresAdminister sealed source brachytherapy to patients using after loading devicesAdvise on use and effects of radioactive and non-radioactive medicinal productsAdvise patients on conception and contraception health issuesAgree Plans for the Patient's Renal Replacement TherapyAmplifying DNA samples using Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)Analyse and interpret treatment verification imagesAssess and review the patient’s suitability for transplantationAssess physical complications of established renal failureAssess residual urine by use of portable ultrasoundCarry out clinical trials in healthCarry out computational analysis of life scienceCarry out fault diagnosis on services and systems for food and drink operations+35 more
How you’ll actually learn this
One-to-one, on your own real work
A qualification is usually something done to you: sit the class, sit the exam, hope it sticks. Here it’s the opposite. You learn it one-to-one with a companion, on your own real work, and you keep going until you can use it, not just recall it.
One-to-one, on your real workNo lectures, no past-papers. Every unit is practised on the actual tasks your job throws at you, a tutor beside you, not a video in front of you.
Taught to the top, not the testMost courses stop at remembering. Your companion keeps climbing: analysing, judging, creating. That’s the part a machine can’t do for you.
Credits you keep, a map that continuesEvery unit is regulated and yours for good. The day you finish, Zavmo already knows the next role your new credits open.
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Which job do you mean?
This unit provides learners with knowledge of upper gastrointestinal tract investigations and their underlying principles. Learners will develop skills to perform post-measurement procedures, equipment cleaning, and routine calibration following gastrointestinal physiology studies.
How the thinking builds
- Remember
- Understand
- Apply
- Analyse
- Evaluate
- Create
Built for Pearson BTEC Level 4 Diploma in Healthcare Science
138 units in this credential, in the order it lists them, awarded by Pearson Education Ltd.
- 24 hour Upper Gastrointestinal Physiology Studies: Post-Recording Management Studies
- Acceptance Testing of New Medical Equipment
- Adult hearing Screening and Assessment
- Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring
- Ambulatory ECG Monitoring
- Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Visual System
and 132 more in the full unit list below.
One to one, not one to many
No two people run this the same way
A course is written once and handed to everyone. This is assembled around you, and keeps changing as it learns you. Five things it reads, and what each one changes.
- Your actual work Every unit is taught against a live piece of your own work, not a worked example from a textbook.
- What you already know The first conversation finds your starting point, so you skip what you can already do and spend the time on what you cannot.
- The conditions you learn under Not a learning-styles quiz. The evidence does not support those. The dimensions the research does back, read once and used to shape the plan.
- How far you got last time It picks up mid-thought. The tutor knows what you said, what you struggled with, and what it asked you to try.
- Which tutor suits the moment Twelve of them, each for a different kind of thinking. The one who walks you through a first idea is not the one who stress-tests it.
See how you learn, free. Eight questions, no sign-up. A directional taster; the diagnostic inside Zavmo goes deeper and keeps adapting.
Why it sticks
Most courses stop at remembering
There’s a well-known ladder of how deeply you learn something, called Bloom’s Taxonomy. Most courses get you up the first two rungs: you remember some facts, you pass a test, you forget it. Real skill lives at the top. Judging, deciding, creating. And this isn’t a generic ladder: every rung has a named Zavmo tutor who walks you up it.
- 6CreateThe Creative Catalyst
- 5EvaluateThe Evidence Evaluator
- 4AnalyseThe Analyst
- 3ApplyThe Coach
- 2UnderstandThe Connector
- 1RememberThe Builder
Where most courses leave you Where Zavmo takes you
Why this matters: AI can already remember and understand for you. What it can’t do is
take your real problem and judge the right call. So the only learning worth paying
for is the learning that takes you to the top. That’s exactly what a tutor doing it with
you, on your real work, is for.
The value
Why the companion is worth £70 a month
You’re not paying for the units. They’re regulated, and the same wherever you earn them. You’re paying for the one thing that decides whether you actually get there: a companion that makes them stick, on your real work.
That is one-to-one on this qualification, every day, on the work you already do, for £70 a month. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it. Billed monthly, cancel any time and billing stops.
Earned on your own work, taught to the top.
Everything you just read, learned one-to-one on the job you already do. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it.
Build my plan, freeNo card. See how this qualification maps onto your role and meet the tutors who’d teach it, free. The learning begins when you subscribe. It’s £70 a month, billed monthly. Cancel any time and billing stops.