Things to consider before registration

Time commitment

Whilst every effort is taken to ensure the modules are as accessible as possible, they are degree level modules and require an investment of time for successful completion and maximised learning. Anyone interested in a module should ensure they are able to attend published dates for learning days / OSCE / presentations etc. and that they have the time to undertake the required work in between these dates. Download a copy of the module timetable (.doc 300kb) for details.

Module pre-requisites

Access to the modules is sequential, as follows:

'Stop-smoking support to individuals and groups' module - students must complete an on-line self-assessment questionnaire prior to registering. This can be accessed using the following link to the 'self-assessment questionnaire'.

'Stop-smoking support: wider professional issues' - students must complete the 'Stop-smoking support to individuals and groups' module prior to registering for this module (alternatively, completion of our previous suite of modules: Brief Advice, Providing Specialist Cessation Support to Individuals; Providing Specialist Cessation Support in Groups).

Options for completing the modules

Students can choose whether a module is completed for continuing professional development (CPD) only or to gain academic credits (applies to both modules)

The table below aims to summarise the choices in relation to each module available:

Stop-smoking support to individuals and groups (I&G)

Attend learning day Pass OSCE Pass essay Outcome
yes yes

SCQF 9

yes

 Completion of I&G with 30 academic credits at SCQF9
yes yes no Completion of I&G as continuing professional development (CPD) with no academic credits

Stop-smoking support: wider professional issues (WPI)

Attend learning day Pass presentation Pass essay Outcome
yes yes

SCQF 9

yes

 Completion of WPI with 30 academic credits at SCQF9
yes yes no Completion of WPI as continuing professional development (CPD) with no academic credits

 

Academic credits are a measurement of the volume of academic work completed. Credits gained from the PATH stop-smoking support modules could be counted towards completion of a qualification such as a degree (please contact us for further information on this).

SCQF 9 is equivalent to third year degree level. Essay requires analysis, discussion and comparison between different approaches.

Outcomes when completing one or more of the PATH modules

S tudents are able to gain a 'Certificate of Accreditation' from Glasgow Caledonian University for each module completed (where students are not aiming for the Graduate Certificate)

On completion of both modules s tudents are able to gain a 'Graduate Certificate in Stop-Smoking Support' from Glasgow Caledonian University if the following is in place:

  • student already has a pre-existing degree (in any subject)
  • student has successfully passed both modules at SCQF level 9

Course materials & communicating important information to students

Course materials are sent via e-mail and so it's important that students put their correct e-mail address on to their application form. Students are asked to check their e-mail regularly for communication about the course. If a student does not have access to e-mail this should be stated on their application form and course materials will be posted out.

Students should ensure they read the student handbook as it contains valuable information on:

  • the structure and timescales for the module
  • processes for completing and (where necessary) submitting work
  • information about marking structures for the OSCE or presentation and essay

It is important that students read the Handbook at the start of the module as failure to complete the module in accordance with stated protocols can result in a fail and substantial delays in receiving final marks.

 

Section last updated: February 2012