Pearson
Level 2
QN: 603/0626/9
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Pearson BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Healthcare Science
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Pearson. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 2764 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
Pearson
Syllabus Units
116 Units
Guided Hours
2764 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Accessing, registering and inputting batch/ sample data in a LIMS under supervision
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Access, register and input batch/sample data in a LIMS under supervision
- Know how to access, register and input batch/sample data in a LIMS under supervision
2
Accessing, registering and inputting patient data in a LIMS under supervision
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Access, register and input patient data in a LIMS under supervision
- Know how to access, register and input patient data in a LIMS under supervision
3
Administer appointments in a healthcare environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to administer and receive individuals for appointments
- Be able to make appointments for individuals in line with local policy and protocol
- Be able to receive individuals for appointments
- Be able to process completed appointments
4
Anatomy and Physiology: Cardiovascular, Lymphatic and Respiratory Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand anatomy and physiology of the blood and blood vessels
- Understand anatomy and physiology of the heart
- Understand the function of the lymphatic and immune system
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system
- Understand the range of healthcare sciences services and their role in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases of the cardiovascular, respiratory and lymphatic systems
5
Anatomy and Physiology: The Digestive System
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the anatomy and function of the digestive system
- Understand terms used to describe common symptoms/diseases affecting the digestive system
- Understand the range of healthcare science services and their role in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases of the digestive system
6
Anatomy and Physiology: The Endocrine System
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the structure and function of the endocrine system
- Understand terms used to describe common symptoms/diseases affecting the endocrine system
- Know the most common types of diabetes and their causes
- Understand diabetes and the associated implications
- Understand the range of healthcare science services and their role in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases of the endocrine system
7
Anatomy and Physiology: The Integumentary System
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand common terms related to the integumentary system
- Understand the structure of the integumentary system
- Understand the function of the integumentary system
8
Anatomy and Physiology: The Nervous System
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the structure and function of the nervous system
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of the brain
- Understand the sensory organs related to smell and taste
- Understand the structure and function of the eye
- Understand the structure and function of the ear
- Understand conditions and common diseases affecting the nervous system and special senses
- Understand the range of healthcare science services and their role in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases of the nervous system
9
Anatomy and Physiology: The Reproductive System
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the anatomy and function of the female reproductive system
- Understand the anatomy and function of the male reproductive system
- Understand the processes of in vitro fertilisation
10
Anatomy and Physiology: The Skeletal System
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the structure of the skeletal system, including movement
- Understand the terms to describe common abnormalities of the skeletal system
11
Anatomy and Physiology: Urogenital System
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of the kidneys, ureters, urethra and bladder
- Understand the term urinalysis
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of the male urogenital system
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of the female urogenital system
- Understand common diseases of the kidneys and urogenital system
12
Assist in the Administration of Oxygen
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand current organisational policies and procedures relating to the use of oxygen.2.
- Understand respiratory conditions that may require the use of oxygen.3.
- Understand the adverse effects of oxygen and how they can be minimised or prevented.4.
- Understand resources and equipment used when administering care in response to respiratory conditions.5.
- Be able to monitor and record saturation levels.6.
- Be able to assist in the preparation and administration of oxygen for individuals.
13
Assist with the Monitoring and Maintaining of the Cryopreservation Facility in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand current national guidelines, local protocols, Standard Operating Procedures professional and health and safety guidelines relating to monitoring and maintenance of the cryopreservation facility and use of liquid Nitrogen in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
- Understand the equipment used in the cryopreservation facility in order to prepare for performing monitoring and maintenance
- Be able to perform monitoring and maintenance of the cryostorage facility
- Be able to report and record the monitoring and maintenance of the cryostorage facility
- Understand the context, troubleshooting and when to take advice or emergency action in relation to maintenance of the cryostorage facility
14
Assisting with Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation (PTNS) in Patients with Faecal Incontinence
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand causes of faecal incontinence and the non-interventional treatment options available
- Understand the precautions to be adhered to, to safely perform PTNS
- Be able to safely perform PTNS
15
Assisting with the preparation of biopsy specimens for laboratory investigations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Assist with the preparation of biopsy specimens for laboratory investigations
- Know how to assist with the preparation of biopsy specimens for laboratory investigations
16
Assisting with the preparation of microbiological specimens/samples for laboratory investigations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Assist with the preparation of microbiological specimens/samples for laboratory investigations
- Know how to assist with the preparation of microbiological specimens/samples for laboratory investigations
17
Assisting with the Preparation of Specimens/Samples for Laboratory Investigations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to assist with the preparation of specimens/samples for laboratory investigations
- Know how to assist with the preparation of microbiological specimens/samples for laboratory investigations
18
Assisting with the processing of diagnostic cytology specimens in the laboratory
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Assist with the processing of diagnostic cytology specimens in the laboratory
- Know how to assist with the processing of diagnostic cytology specimens in the laboratory
19
Assisting with the processing of liquid clinical specimens using automated laboratory equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Assist with the processing of liquid clinical specimens using automated laboratory equipment
- Know how to assist with the processing of liquid clinical specimens using automated laboratory equipment
20
Automated Urinary Screening
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the physical appearances of urine
- Understand the common reasons for requests for urine screening
- Understand how urine samples are collected
- Understand the process of automated urine screening
- Understand the steps needed to assure the quality of the test results
- Understand the process for validating and issuing the results
21
Basic adult life support and automated external defibrillation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand basic life support requirements
- Be able to demonstrate basic life support techniques
- Be able to demonstrate post-resuscitation procedures
- Know special circumstances related to cardiac arrest
22
Basic Workplace Procedures and Practice
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to create and maintain good housekeeping
- Know how to clean equipment correctly and safely
- Know how to connect equipment to services correctly and safely
- Understand how to store and transport equipment and materials correctly and safely
- Understand the importance and role of written documentation within the workplace
- Understand the safe use and day-to-day care of basic workplace equipment
- Understand the processes for waste disposal
- Understand the quality assurances processes for basic workplace equipment
23
Care of Diabetic Patients during Gastrointestinal Physiology Investigations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand monitoring of blood glucose in the fasting patient
- Be able to prepare equipment and patient to safely and accurately undertake blood glucose monitoring
- Be able to perform tests and use accurate recoding system
24
Carry out sampling operations for scientific or technical tests
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Carry out sampling operations for scientific or technical tests
- Know how to carry out sampling operations for scientific or technical tests
25
Carry out Simple Scientific or Technical Tests using Automated/Semi-Automated Equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to carry out simple scientific or technical tests using automated equipment
- Know how to carry out simple scientific or technical tests using automated equipment
26
Causes and Spread of Infection
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the causes of infection
- Understand the transmission of infection
27
Causes of Disease and Maintaining Health
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know what is meant by the terms ‘health’ and ‘disease
- Know factors that can affect the health of individuals
- Know the common causes of disease
- Understand the importance of strategies to prevent disease
- Understand the importance of supporting patients to manage their own health
- Know the role of national public health bodies in the UK in protecting and improving health and well-being
28
Chaperoning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand why chaperoning is necessary
- Know when chaperoning should be offered to the patient
- Understand good practice when chaperoning a patient
- Be able to acknowledge and facilitate a patient’s rights to chaperoning
29
Check Documentation of Infection Screening Results in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand current national guidelines, local protocols, Standard Operating Procedures and professional guidelines relating to the tests required for individuals attending the HFEA-licensed Fertility Clinic
- Understand the situations when additional tests are required
- Understand the requirements for checking the documentation of test results for individuals in preparation for HFEA-licensed procedures
- Be able to ensure that required test results for individuals are in place in preparation for HFEA-licensed procedures
- Be able to report and conclude on the documentation of test results for individuals
- Understand the context, troubleshooting and when to take advice in relation to the checking of test results
30
Cleaning, Decontamination and Waste Management
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to maintain a clean environment to prevent the spread of infection
- Understand the principles and steps of the decontamination process
- Understand the importance of good waste management practice in the prevention of the spread of infection
31
Communicating Information to Authorised Personnel under Supervision
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to communicate information to authorised personnel under supervision
- Be able to communicate information to customers, service users and others
- Know how to communicate laboratory information to authorised personnel under supervision
- Know how to manage issues that may arise when using communication systems in laboratories
32
Communicating with People with a Hearing Loss
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the key principles of communicating with a person with hearing loss
- Be able to communicate effectively with a range of people with a variety of hearing needs
- Be able reflect on your learning and how it will impact on your clinical practice
33
Continual Personal and Professional Development for Healthcare Science Assistants
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to reflect on your performance in the work-base and identify areas for improvement
- Know how to use reflection to maintain and improve performance
- Be able to work effectively in the healthcare science environment
34
Contribute to Effective Multidisciplinary Team Working
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the workings of the multidisciplinary team and their role within a work-base team
- Be able to participate in multidisciplinary team working
- Be able to communicate effectively when working in a multidisciplinary team
35
Contribute to the Effectiveness of Teams
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of own role and how it contributes to the team performance
- Be able to reflect on own performance
- Be able to manage time and commitments effectively
- Be able to establish effective working relationships with all members of the team
- Be able to comply with organisational, national and European legislation
36
Employee Rights, Responsibilities and Personal Development in Healthcare Science
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know key rights and responsibilities within own organisation
- Know career progression opportunities within own industry
- Be able to work within organisations codes of practice
- Be able to use study skills to continuously develop personal performance
37
Enzymes and Cells in the Human Body
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of cells in living organisms
- Know the importance of enzymes in life processes
- Understand higher organisation in the body
- Know the structure and functions of body systems
- Know the definition of the term diagnostic enzymology and how this can be used to support the diagnosis and treatment of patients
- Know routine diagnostic enzymology laboratory tests
38
Fitting a 24hr Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitor
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the clinical indications for 24hr Ambulatory BP monitoring (ABPM)
- Be able to prepare the environment and set up the equipment required for ABPM in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
- Be able to communicate effectively with patients and provide relevant information
- Be able to conduct ABP monitoring effectively
39
Fitting a 24hr Ambulatory ECG monitor
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the clinical indications for 24hr Ambulatory ECG (AECG) monitoring
- Know the common medications patients referred for AECG monitoring may be prescribed
- Be able to prepare for AECG
- Be able to communicate effectively with patients and others
- Be able to conduct AECG monitoring in an appropriate manner
40
Following aseptic procedures in the laboratory environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Follow aseptic procedures in the laboratory environment
- Know how to follow aseptic procedures in the laboratory environment
41
Health and Disease
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the characteristics of micro-organisms
- Understand the natural defence systems of the body
- Understand the mode of action of antibiotics
- Understand how genetic diseases are inherited
- Understand the medical applications of current genetic technologies
42
Healthcare Science Services
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how healthcare science services are provided and their interaction with other health care services in the UK
- Understand the relevance of healthcare science services to patient care pathways
- Understand the role of healthcare scientists in person-centred care
- Be able to support an audit within healthcare science services
- Be able to use Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) within the healthcare science environment
- Know how the healthcare service in the UK developed into the 21st century
43
Hearing Aid Services
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the range of services offered by a hearing aid clinic and the potential of hearing aids to impact positively on the lives of people
- Be able to communicate effectively with the patient and/or the person responsible for the patient
- Be able to perform routine hearing aid repairs
- Be able to use and store equipment used in delivery of the service safely
- Be able to manage transporting equipment
44
Inspection, Function, Testing, Assembly and Packaging within a Controlled (Clean) Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of carrying out the inspection, function testing, assembly and packaging of devices within a clean environment
- Understand the method used for laying up a tray of devices
- Be able to use relevant systems4 Understand various packaging methodologies and materials
- Be able to perform checks and document appropriately
- Be able to release items in accordance with the product release protocols
- Be able to correctly move and handle equipment/supplies in the work area
45
Interpreting and Reporting Spirometry Results
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the spirometry results in a range of obstructive, restrictive and mixed abnormalities and relate these to physiological changes
- Understand the requirements for a technical and interpretative spirometry report
- Be able to report on a series of spirometry investigations
46
Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the terms anatomy and physiology
- Understand the levels of structural organisation of the body
- Understand the systems of the body
- Understand some common diagnostic tests undertaken by the Healthcare Science workforce to investigate potential abnormal structures or functions of the body
47
Introduction to Clinical Engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role of Clinical Engineering with respect to healthcare science and the provision of healthcare
- Understand the range of work undertaken in Clinical Engineering including the medical equipment management life-cycle
- Understand the regulatory frame
- work within which Clinical Engineering operates, as appropriate to the job role
- Understand the importance of patient-centred care
- Understand the quality assurance processes in own department which underpin safety and good practice
48
Introduction to Decontamination Science
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how the work and services offered by decontamination science contribute to safe, high-quality patient care
- Understand the regulatory frame
- work within which decontamination sciences operates
- Understand the importance of accurate record keeping and documentation
- Understand the methods of reporting the malfunction of machines and “fail” cycles
- Understand the purpose and use of decontamination certificates
- Understand the principles of storage and distribution for reusable medical devices
- Understand the consequences of errors in the decontamination process for patients and staff
49
Introduction to Disability Awareness
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the difference between the terms disability and impairment
- Know how key legislation protects people who have a disability
- Understand the social model of disability
- Understand the potential impact of a range of disabilities
- Understand attitudes and barriers faced by people who have a disability
- Understand the range of approaches to overcome potential barriers faced by people who have a disability
50
Introduction to Genomics, Clinical Bioinformatics and Precision Medicine
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the fundamentals of genetic disorders, its impact on an individual and their family and the role of clinical diagnostic testing services
- Understand the fundamentals of the human genome, how it can influence a person’s health and how genomic information can be used in healthcare
- Know common conditions involving alterations to the genome that may occur within own area of practice
- Understand the ethical, legal and social issues associated with genetic and genomic healthcare
- Reflect on own practice and the impact of genetics and genomics on self and others
51
Introduction to Hearing Loss
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the anatomy and physiology of the ear
- Know causes of hearing loss
52
Introduction to Human Cell and Tissue Structures
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the generalised structure and function of the cell
- Understand the structure and function of tissues in the human body
- Understand the formation, structure and function of blood cells
- Understand the structure and function of the cell membrane and potentials
- Know common abnormalities of cells and tissues
- Understand the range of cellular science services and their role in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of disease
53
Introduction to Laboratory Practice
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how Standard Operating Procedures ensure a safe working environment in the laboratory
- Be able to work safely in the laboratory
- Understand the key components of Quality Management
- Understand the use and maintenance of the specialist equipment
- Be able to communicate within the laboratory and wider multi-disciplinary team
- Understand the limits of own role within the healthcare science laboratory
54
Introduction to Laboratory Practice in the HFEA-Licensed Reproductive Science Laboratory
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how Standard Operating Procedures ensure a safe working environment in the laboratory and safeguard the quality and safety of human gametes and embryos
- Understand the key components of Quality Management in the HFEA-licensed Reproductive Science Laboratory
- Understand the requirements for working safely within the Cryopreservation Facility
- Understand the use and maintenance of the specialist equipment used in the HFEA-licensed Reproductive Science Laboratory
- Be able to report and communicate within the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
- Understand the context, troubleshooting, when to take advice
55
Introduction to Nuclear Medicine
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role of Nuclear Medicine with respect to healthcare science and the provision of healthcare
- Understand the range of investigations undertaken in Nuclear Medicine
- Understand the regulatory frame
- work within which Nuclear Medicine operates, as appropriate to the job role
- Understand the importance of patient-centred care
- Understand the quality assurance processes which underpin safety and good practice, as appropriate to the job role
56
Introduction to Transfusion and Transplantation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the function and components of blood
- Understand the process for typing and cross-matching blood for transfusion
- Understand the purpose and risks of transfusion
- Understand the meaning of common terms used in transfusion and transplantation science
- Be able to reflect on own and others' roles with respect to NHS transfusion and transplant services
57
Introduction to Visual Impairment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the anatomy and physiology of the eye
- Know the main causes of vision loss and visual impairment
- Know the relationship between visual impairment and the environment
58
Introduction to Working in a Mould Room
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the range of services provided by staff working in the Mould Room
- Understand the importance of patient-centred care
- Be able to prepare the clinical area for the procedure
- Be able to meet and greet patients
- Be able to assist in the positioning of the patient appropriate to the procedure
- Be able to take relevant measurements and impressions
59
Introduction to Working in Clinical Engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of patient-centred care
- Be able to prepare and tidy working areas where medical devices are handled or used
- Be able to interact with other clinical staff appropriately
- Know the skills needed to ensure that key information is sought from healthcare professionals in relation to equipment in their care
- Be able to manage the movement of medical equipment between workshops, equipment libraries and clinical areas
- Be able to perform waste monitoring and disposal of waste in accordance with standard operating procedures
- Be able to perform device decontamination and cleaning of medical devices in Clinical Engineering
- Be able to prepare medical devices for issue from an medical equipment library, or return from the repair process
- Be able to perform environmental cleanliness and health and safety monitoring of medical equipment library/workshop areas
- Be able to support Healthcare Science Practitioners (HCSPs) in the delivery of technical life cycle management activities
- Be able to work on the help desk taking calls from customers, within the limits of the role
- Be able to perform routine activities within a clinical engineering stores
- Be able to undertake bespoke clinical engineering activities associated with following departmental standard operating procedures
- Be able to assist in technical support for medical devices in wards and clinical areas
- Be able to report faults or problems in accordancewith departmental procedures
60
Introduction to Working in Ionising Radiation Safety/Protection
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand safe working practices in radiation protection, including monitoring work areas
- Understand the role of radiation safety and protection in your area of work
- Be able to perform and document personal and environmental monitoring for radioactive contamination in accordance with local protocol
- Understand the quality assurance process underpinning radiation safety and protection
- Be able to carry out quality assurance (QA) tests on basic x-ray equipment
- Be able to perform Environmental Contamination monitoring of radiation areas
- Understand the consequences of errors in the radiation decontamination process for patients and staff
- Be able to clean rooms in order for them to return to normal use
- Be able to perform waste monitoring and disposal including radioactive waste in accordance with standard operating procedures
- Be able to assist in reporting faults on a range of equipment used in the department
61
Introduction to Working in Nuclear Medicine
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of patient-centred care
- Be able to prepare and tidy working areas where radioactive materials are handled or used
- Be able to meet and greet patients
- Be able to gather information from the patient
- Be able to perform waste monitoring and disposal of radioactive waste in accordance with standard operating procedures
- Be able to perform personal contamination monitoring in Nuclear Medicine
- Be able to prepare samples for Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) and Red Cell Mass (RCM) measurement
- Be able to perform environmental contamination monitoring of radiation areas
62
Investigating, Treating and Managing Human Disease and Disorder
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in the investigation and diagnosis of disease and disorders
- Know the scope of services within healthcare science used to investigate, diagnose, treat and manage human disease and disorders
- Know information systems commonly used within healthcare science
- Understand key principles and practice of infection prevention across health services
63
Maintain Stocks of Resources, Equipment and Consumables for Scientific, Technical or Clinical Use
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to maintain stocks of resources, equipment and consumables for scientific or technical use
- Know how to maintain stocks of resources, equipment and consumables for scientific or technical use
64
Maintaining and Improving Quality in Healthcare Science
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the terms Quality Management, Quality Control; Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement how they apply to own area of work
- Be able to perform quality control procedures appropriate to the job role as a healthcare science assistant in own work-base
65
Maintaining Quality Standards in the Health Sector
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how legislation, policies and procedures determine quality standards of work
- Know the limits of own expertise and knowledge and when to refer to others
- Know how to use resources efficiently to support quality standards
66
Maintenance and Calibration of Renal Dialysis Equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand safe working practices in renal dialysis units and working with renal dialysis equipment
- Be able to perform routine procedures on Reverse Osmosis equipment when used and renal dialysis equipment
- Be able to prepare a dialysis machine for treatment
- Be able to perform calibration checks on dialysis equipment
- Be able to perform a range of checks on renal dialysis equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures
- Be able to report faults or problems in accordance with departmental procedures
67
Maintenance and Calibration of Theatre Equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand safe working practices in an operating theatre
- Be able to perform routine testing procedures on theatre equipment
- Be able to perform calibration checks on operating theatre equipment
- Be able to carry out performance checks and document the maintenance carried out on anaesthetic delivery systems and associated equipment
- Be able to report faults or problems in accordance with departmental procedures
68
Managing Conflict in the Workplace when Dealing with Customers, Service Users or the Public
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how communication can be used to manage conflict
- Know the factors that influence human responses in conflict situations
- Know how to manage risks in conflict situations
- Know how to manage emotive situations
- Understand good practice following conflict situations
69
Managing Product Release of Flexible Endoscopes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to release medical devices in accordance with the product release protocols and determine that appropriate parameters have been met
- Be able to prepare processed endoscopes for immediate despatch to the user
- Be able to prepare and load processed endoscopes into controlled environment storage
- Be able to unload endoscopes from the controlled environment storage cabinet for use
- Be able to manage the controlled environment storage cabinet testing and checks
- Be able to manage the sterilisation of reprocessing equipment
- Be able to use the tracking and traceability system that is in use
- Be able to manage the clean room environment
70
Manual Blood Pressure Measurement
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the purpose of blood pressure (BP) measurement and the principles of measurement
- Understand the physiological changes in blood pressure and the inherent variability of blood pressure
- Be able to prepare for measuring blood pressure in adult patients
- Be able to conduct and document the procedure
- Understand the quality assurance processes that underpin the measurement of BP using a manual device
71
Measuring Ankle Brachial Pressure Index
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 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 ABPI
- Be able to prepare for measuring ABPI
- Be able to communicate relevant information effectively to patients
- Be able to perform the measurement of ankle and brachial pressures at rest
- Be able to document relevant information
- Be able to maintain equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions
- Be able to perform and document quality assurance procedures including calibration in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
72
Measuring Blood Pressure Using an Automatic Machine
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the purpose of blood pressure (BP) measurement and the range of equipment used in this area of work
- Be able to prepare the setting in order to measure blood pressure in adult patients
- Be able to measure and document resting BP in adults using an automatic device
73
Measuring Visual Acuity
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 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
- Be able to establish professional relationship with patient, identifying and addressing any special needs, and maintaining patient confidentiality
- Be able to minimise risks and hazards when measuring visual acuity
- Be able to ensure that all the required equipment is working correctly and safely and test environment is appropriate for the procedure
- Be able to measure visual acuity for distance and near
- Be able to accurately record results and patient responses
74
Monitor Air Quality in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand current national guidelines, local protocols, Standard Operating Procedures and professional guidelines relating to air quality monitoring in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
- Prepare to perform air quality monitoring
- Perform air quality monitoring
- Report and conclude air quality monitoring
- Understand the context, troubleshooting and when to take advice in relation to monitoring air quality
75
Monitor and Maintain the Healthcare Science Environment Before, During and After Work Activities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the procedures for monitoring and maintaining the environment and resources
- Be able to operate equipment
- Be able to monitor and maintain the environment and resources
- Be able to clean resources in own work area
76
Move People Safely
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the personal safety, health and dignity issues relating to the movement of a person by others
- Understand how a personal handling plan and risk assessment reduce the risk of injury to everyone involved in moving a person
- Understand the principles, types of equipment and testing requirements associated with moving people safely
- Be able to apply safe principles when moving a person
77
Obtain and Test Capillary Blood Samples
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how legislation, policy and good practice guidelines relate to obtaining and testing capillary blood samples.2.
- Understand the anatomy and physiology in relation to obtaining and testing capillary blood samples.3.
- Be able to prepare to obtain capillary blood samples.4.
- Be able to obtain capillary blood samples.5.
- Be able to test and record the results of blood samples.6.
- Be able to pass on the results of blood samples.
78
Obtain and test specimens from individuals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the processes involved in obtaining and testing specimens from individuals.
- Be able to prepare to obtain specimens from individuals.
- Be able to obtain specimens from individuals.
- Be able to test specimens.
- Be able to report on the outcomes on the test of specimens.
- Understand relevant legislation, policy and good practice in relation to obtaining, carrying, testing and storing specimens.
79
Obtain Venous Blood Samples
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand legislation, policy and good practice related to obtaining venous blood samples
- Understand the anatomy and physiology relating to obtaining venous blood samples
- Be able to prepare to obtain venous blood samples
- Be able to obtain venous blood samples
- Be able to prepare venous blood samples for transportation
80
Performing a 13C Urea Breath Test to Detect Helicobacter Pylori
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the impact of H.pylori. infection
- Be able to prepare a 13C Urea breath test
- Be able to perform tests and generate results in line with standard operating procedures
- Be able to follow relevant standard operating procedures
- Be able to ensure quality control
81
Performing a Breath Test for Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the impact of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth
- Be able to prepare for urea breath tests
- Be able to perform hydrogen and methane breath tests
- Be able to clean the environment and equipment in accordance with the standard operating procedure
- Be able to perform quality control checks
82
Performing a Urine Flow Test
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the value of uroflowmetry
- Be able to prepare for uroflowmetry
- Be able to communicate relevant information to patients
- Be able to gather relevant information from the patient
- Be able to perform uroflowmetry and generate the results
- Be able to maintain a clean environment and equipment
- Be able to perform quality control checks
83
Performing Automated Urinary Screening
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the correct procedure for labelling specimens appropriately and preparing specimens for analysis
- Be able to perform the automated analysis
- Be able to manage specimens post analysis
84
Performing Otoscopic Examinations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles for safe and effective ear examination (otoscopy) in an audiological context, in both children and adults
- Be able to communicate effectively to patients
- Be able to gather relevant information from the patient
- Be able to examine the ear
- Be able to perform an otoscopic examination on adults
- Understand abnormal and normal appearances of the ear
- Be able to complete an examination of the ear
85
Performing Routine Electrocardiography in Adults
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the normal structure and function of the heart and how this relates to the normal electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Understand the guidelines and clinical frame
- work for safely recording a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Be able to communicate effectively with patients
- Be able to perform routine electrocardiography in a range of routine patients, which may include both in and outpatients
- Understand the technical quality of ECG recordings
- Be able to recognise and respond appropriately to life-threatening arrhythmias identified on an ECG
86
Performing Routine Electrocardiography in Children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the normal structure and function of the heart and the changes that occur from birth to adulthood
- Understand the relationship between the normal structure and function to the normal electrocardiogram (ECG) in children
- Understand the guidelines and clinical frame
- work for safely recording a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) in children
- Be able to communicate effectively with children and adults
- Be able to perform routine electrocardiography in a range of children in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
- Understand potential anomalies in the quality of ECG recordings
- Be able to recognise and respond appropriately to life-threatening arrhythmias identified on an ECG
87
Performing Spirometry and Bronchodilator Response in Adults
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system and how this relates to normal lung function
- Understand the clinical indications for, and different types of spirometry
- Understand the Standard Operating procedure for performing quality assured basic spirometry
- Be able to prepare for spirometry
- Be able to provide relevant information to patients, using effective communication strategies
- Be able to assess the patient for contra-indications to spirometry
- Be able to conduct and record patient measurements
- Be able to demonstrate the procedure to the patient
- Be able to perform baseline measurements of VC, FEV1, FVC and if indicated PEF technical acceptability of the results and record the results
- Be able to administer patient bronchodilators
- Be able to calibrate/verify spirometry test equipment
- Be able to maintain equipment appropriately
- Understand the requirements that underpin the provision of quality assured spirometry investigations
88
Performing Spirometry in Children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the normal structure and function of the respiratory system and how this relates to normal lung function in children
- Understand the clinical indications for, and different types of basic spirometry used to assess children
- Be able to prepare for spirometry
- Be able to communicate with patients, and record responses
- Be able to assess the patient for contra-indications to spirometry
- Be able to perform and record required measurements
- Be able to demonstrate the procedure to the patient
- Be able to perform baseline measurements
- Be able to administer a bronchodilator in accordance with agreed protocols and guidelines
- Be able to calibrate spirometry test equipment
- Be able to maintain spirometers according to manufacturer’s instructions
- Understand the requirements that underpin the provision of quality assured spirometry investigations
89
Performing Spot Oxygen Measurements
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the term oxygen saturation (SpO2) and the indications for measuring SpO
- Understand the basic principles of pulse oximetry
- Be able to prepare for performing spot measurements of SpO
- Be able to communicate effectively with patents
- Be able to perform the measurement of SpO
- Be able to conduct relevant maintenance procedures
90
Pipetting for Glomerular Filtration Rate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the indications for the measurement of Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) and the impact of GFR on patients
- Understand how to pipette and common errors
- Be able to clean and check pipettes
- Be able to perform pipetting for GFR
91
Prepare aseptic products
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Monitor the working environment
- Prepare and maintain suitable working environments
- Prepare a range of aseptic products
- Comply with current legislation, policy, good practice, organisational and professional codes of practice and ethical standards
- Operate within the limitations of the job role
92
Prepare blood donations, samples and documentation for transport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand current legislation national guidelines, policies, protocols, standard operating procedures and good practice related to the preparation of donations, samples and documentation
- Be able to receive and handle blood donations and samples
- Be able to prepare documents, blood donations and samples for transportation
93
Prepare individuals for healthcare activities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand current legislation, policy and good practice related to the preparation of individuals for healthcare activities
- Be able to prepare individuals for healthcare activities
- Be able to record and report healthcare activities
94
Preparing culture media and solutions for laboratory use
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Prepare culture media and solutions for laboratory use
- Know how to prepare culture media and solutions for laboratory use
95
Principles and Organisation of Services in the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand current national legislation and local guidelines relating to operation of the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
- Understand the provision of fertility services within the UK
- Understand the patient care pathways offered at the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
- Understand the requirements for reporting and communication within the HFEA-Licensed Fertility Clinic
- Understand the context, troubleshooting, when to take advice
96
Principles of Risk Assessment in the Workplace
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the necessity of risk assessments in the workplace
- Understand the principles of risk assessment
97
Principles of Safeguarding and Protection
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to recognise signs of ab
- Know how to respond to suspected or alleged ab
- Understand the national and local context of safeguarding and protection from ab
- Understand ways to reduce the likelihood of ab
- Know how to recognise and report unsafe practices
98
Producing Ear Moulds to Optimise Patient Satisfaction
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the purpose and design principles of producing ear moulds for adults to optimise patient satisfaction
- Be able to communicate effectively with patients
- Be able to take impressions of adult ears for hearing aid ear moulds following recommended procedures
- Be able to manage clerical requirements
- Be able to modify ear moulds as required using specialist machinery safely operating equipment
99
Promote Good Practice in Handling Information in Healthcare Science Setting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand requirements for handling information appropriate to own healthcare science role
- Be able to implement good practice in handling information
100
Receiving, Cleaning and Disinfection of Reusable Flexible Endoscopes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles and practice of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the endoscopy wash area
- Understand the processes for receiving, cleaning and disinfecting reusable flexible endoscopes
- Be able to maintain a clean and tidy work area
- Be able to receive and document used reusable flexible endoscopes following relevant procedures
- Be able to undertake appropriate tests
- Be able to undertake the manual cleaning process
- Be able to conduct relevant procedures according to manufacturers’ instructions and departmental SOPs
- Be able to perform start up and shut down procedures
- Be able to carry out testing and checks according to manufacturer’s instructions and national guidelines
- Be able to take appropriate reporting action for non-conforming incidents and when faults or breakdowns occur with processing equipment
- Understand all the requirements to ensure that cleaning and disinfection of endoscopes is achieved at the highest level to ensure patient safety
- Be able to ensure that an adequate stock of essential raw materials is available within the area
101
Receiving, Cleaning and Disinfection of Reusable Medical Devices
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the processes for receiving, cleaning and disinfecting reusable medical devices
- Be able to maintain hygiene in work areas
- Be able to receive and document used reusable medical devices
- Be able to undertake manual cleaning of reusable medical devices as required by manufacturer’s instructions
- Understand how washer disinfectors are maintained in compliance with the manufacturer’s instructions and national guidelines
- Understand what is required to ensure the correct level of cleaning and disinfection of medical devices
- Be able to perform start up and shut down procedures for washer disinfectors and/or ultrasonic cleaners
- Be able to load instrument baskets, and loading configurations for washer disinfectors and/or ultrasonic cleaners
- Know when reusable medical devices need special attention
- Be able to take action in relation to missing, faulty and damaged medical devices and broken-down processing equipment
- Understand the importance of an adequate stock of essential raw materials being available within the area
102
Receiving, sorting, transporting and storing laboratory specimens/samples under supervision
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Receive, sort, transport and store laboratory specimens/samples under supervision
- Know how to receive, sort, transport and store laboratory specimens/samples under supervision
103
Safe Handling of Liquid Nitrogen
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the uses and hazards of liquid nitrogen in your workplace
- Understand how to handle and transport liquid nitrogen safely in your workplace
- Understand the processes for dealing with a critical incident involving liquid nitrogen
- Be able to fill a Dewar container with liquid nitrogen in your workplace safely and in accordance with the standard operating procedure
104
Select and wear appropriate personal protective equipment for work in health care settings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand legislation, local policy and protocol in relation to dressing for work in a health care setting
- Be able to select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) in a health care setting
105
Setting up a Cardiac Monitor
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the normal conduction system of the heart and the purpose of cardiac monitoring in their area of work
- Be able to prepare to set up a cardiac monitor for adult patients
- Be able to set up the cardiac monitor and confirm arrangements for observation of the output in a range of adult patients
- Understand the technical quality of ECG recordings
- Be able to recognise and respond appropriately to abnormal, especially life-threatening arrhythmias identified by cardiac monitoring
106
Sleep Diagnostics
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand disorders of breathing in sleep.2.
- Understand how sleep and sleep disorders are investigated in adults and/or children.3.
- Be able to perform a range of standard diagnostic tests to investigate sleep and sleep disorders in adults and/or children.4.
- Be able to clean and decontaminate equipment used for a range of standard diagnostic tests.5.
- Be able to perform routine maintenance and quality assurance procedures on the equipment used for standard diagnostic tests.
107
Store biomedical specimens and samples
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols, standard operating procedures and good practice related to storing biomedical specimens and samples
- Know how to store biomedical specimens and samples
- Be able to store biomedical specimens and samples
- Be able to meet quality standards for storage of biomedical specimens and samples
108
Support individuals undergoing healthcare activities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand healthcare activities in order to support individuals
- Be able to prepare individuals to undergo healthcare activities
- Be able to support individuals undergoing healthcare activities.
- Be able to support individuals following the healthcare activities.
109
Terminal Processes (Sterilisation)
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the purpose of sterilisation and disinfection and the role and impact of sterilisation on patient care and health services
- Be able to use the departmental information system that is in use
- Be able to conduct routine tests
- Be able to load sterilising trolleys correctly
- Be able to use sterilising equipment
- Understand how to operate other sterilising equipment safely in accordance with standard operating procedures
- Perform appropriate checks following a sterilisation cycle prior to product release
- Be able to report machine malfunction and faulty cycles in accordance with standard operating procedures
- Understand the reason why batch recalls may be instigated
110
The NHS Constitution
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the key principles that guide the NHS in all that it does
- Understand the core values of the NHS
- Understand the rights and responsibilities of patients, the public and staff
111
Understanding Hearing Loss
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to communicate effectively with people who have hearing loss
- Know the relationship between hearing loss and the environment
- Know the roles and functions of agencies and individuals providing services for people with hearing loss
112
Using a Specified Test for a Biological Sample
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the physical appearance of a sample
- Understand the common reasons for requests for the specified sample
- Understand how the sample is collected
- Understand the process of sample testing
- Understand the steps needed to assure the quality of the test results
- Understand the process for validating and issuing the results
113
Working in Partnership in Healthcare Science
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of communication in the healthcare science environment
- Be able to maintain documents and records in healthcare science settings
- Be able to develop working relationships with colleagues and other professionals
- Be able to communicate technical and non-technical information to a range of people
- Know how to present a positive image of:self organisation service in healthcare settings
- Understand how to respect the dignity, privacy and confidentiality of service users
114
Working Safely in the Healthcare Science Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the duties of employers and employees under health and safety legislation
- Know how to recognise hazardous substances that may ca
- use harm in the workplace
- Understand health and safety procedures for scientific or technical activities
- Be able to prepare
- maintain, and use equipment and materials in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions
- Know the lines of communication and responsibilities in relation to health and safety in own department and links with wider organisation
115
Working Safely within the Cryopreservation Facility
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely within the Cryopreservation Facility
116
Working within a Reception Service in Healthcare Science
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the role of the staff working within the reception area
- Be able to respond to users of the reception service and receive and dispatch samples and results appropriate to role
- Be able to deal with initial enquiries in a timely, accurate and efficient manner
- Know how to communicate effectively orally, in writing and by telephone
- Be able to communicate with the range of users of the reception service
- Be able to use the IT systems appropriate to the role of a reception service
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/0626/9
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Pearson
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Oct 2016