1. Development of a Post Graduate Module in MS Care Update Aim of development – demonstrate specialist level of practice

2. Contributors Nicola Russell Vicky Matthews Jayne Nicklin Jenny Thain Christine Singleton Susan Hourihan Helen Rowlands Gail Hayes Denise Winterbottom Denise Prescott Shelagh Tittle Michelle Ennis

3. Background Initial - Thoughts Summer 2010 Trust expectations/desires University resources and viability Current options for PG study Potential - November 2010 Clarification of need Establishing level, aims, structure and content Direction - March & September 2011 Review and modification of proposed modules University Quality Assurance System November Initial review of 2 modules at school level

4. Overarching thoughts.... In-depth understanding of complexities of living with MS, impact of rehabilitation and an appreciation of the journey people with MS experience. Understanding of others roles of working with people with MS including parameters of role in the wider picture of health, social and voluntary sector care. Awareness of political, social and economic influences and becoming ‘business savvy’. In-depth understanding of complexities of living with MS, impact of rehabilitation and an appreciation of the journey people with MS experience. Understanding of others roles of working with people with MS including parameters of role in the wider picture of health, social and voluntary sector care. Awareness of political, social and economic influences and becoming ‘business savvy’.

5. Proposed Level & Structure M level – Level 7 3 Modules of (2x10 credits, 1x20 credits) – stepping stone Blended learning and assessment Consideration of professional accreditation Expected Band 7 or above but not a requirement M level – Level 7 3 Modules of (2x10 credits, 1x20 credits) – stepping stone Blended learning and assessment Consideration of professional accreditation Expected Band 7 or above but not a requirement

6. CONTEXTUALISING CURRENT INFLUENCES ON HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE SERVICE DELIVERY Proposed Aims Develop students' critical awareness and ability to analyse critically the multidimensional factors that impinge upon service delivery within the current climate of health care provision. Explore the broader context of professional issues that influence individuals working within a specialist practice role. Proposed Aims Develop students' critical awareness and ability to analyse critically the multidimensional factors that impinge upon service delivery within the current climate of health care provision. Explore the broader context of professional issues that influence individuals working within a specialist practice role.

7. DIAGNOSIS & DISEASE TRAJECTORY IN MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS Proposed Aims Equip the student with the in-depth knowledge and understanding of the pathology, clinical features and disease progression associated with a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis. Develop the student's ability to evaluate critically the relevant diagnostic criteria and indicators of progression. Develop the student's ability to reflect critically upon their clinical decision making. Proposed Aims Equip the student with the in-depth knowledge and understanding of the pathology, clinical features and disease progression associated with a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis. Develop the student's ability to evaluate critically the relevant diagnostic criteria and indicators of progression. Develop the student's ability to reflect critically upon their clinical decision making.

8. MANAGEMENT OF MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS Proposed Aims Develop the students knowledge of and ability to evaluate critically the appropriate management strategies using a client centred approach. Develop the students knowledge of the complexity of factors in MS care and their ability to critically reflect upon their clinical decision making. Proposed Aims Develop the students knowledge of and ability to evaluate critically the appropriate management strategies using a client centred approach. Develop the students knowledge of the complexity of factors in MS care and their ability to critically reflect upon their clinical decision making.

9. Proposed Aim for Delivery Semester 1 (2012) CONTEXTUALISING CURRENT INFLUENCES ON HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE SERVICE DELIVERY DIAGNOSIS & DISEASE TRAJECTORY IN MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS Semester 2 (2013) MANAGEMENT OF MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS