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DEXA in Clinical Practice (Taught)

  • Postgraduate Certificate
  • 1 Years
  • Part-Time
  • January 2028
  • Postgraduate
Distance learning
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Course summary

Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest course information.
Course summary:

  • Study online with industry-standard DXA viewing software and analysis tools.

  • Apply critical understanding of DXA to current and emerging clinical practice.

  • Gain practical DXA scanning experience in your existing NHS or private role.

  • Apply skills to a defined scope of practice, supported by a clinical supervisor.

  • Learn through real-world application, peer collaboration and critical thinking.

On the part-time PGCert DXA in Clinical Practice you’ll gain knowledge of the physical principles of bone densitometry, image analysis, information synthesis and clinical uses of DXA. You’ll use industry-standard viewing technologies and authentic case studies to strengthen your clinical decision-making and analytical skills – preparing you for roles with greater responsibility, autonomy and impact.

For full details of course modules, assessments, and teaching methods, please visit the course page on our website:

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/diagnostic-radiography/pgcert-dexa-in-clinical-practice/distance-learning

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Distance learning

Study options

  • Postgraduate Certificate • Part-Time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • January 2028

Entry requirements

Applicants will hold either a relevant degree qualification at 2:2 or above in a relevant regulated profession (e.g. HCPC, NMC) or have held at least 5+ years clinical experience as a qualified regulated professional

Relevant professional registration with e.g. the Health and Care Professions Council, Nursing and Midwifery Council

Recognition of prior learning will be considered for credits achieved from other accredited programmes. Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

As part of your application, you are required to complete a clinical agreement form which includes details of your employing NHS Trust and confirmed arrangements for clinical supervision, including details of your appropriately qualified clinical supervisor

You need to provide one supporting reference from the department offering clinical placement to confirm your suitability to train in DEXA.

English language requirements

For details of English language entry requirements (IELTS), please see the information for 'All students'.https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/diagnostic-radiography/pgcert-dexa-in-clinical-practice/distance-learning/

Fees and funding

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