Therapeutics Plus and Prescribing Studies with NPC Plus and the School of Pharmacy Keele University

The Postgraduate Course Team in the School of Pharmacy at Keele University are working in collaboration with Therapeutics Plus so that non-medical prescribers who have completed a Therapeutics Plus module online can go on to register with Keele to complete the formal assessment for the relevant Keele CPD Plus+ course.

Completing the assessment for the CPD Plus+ course will allow you to gain Masters (M) level credits that can be used towards gaining a postgraduate academic qualification in Prescribing Studies with Keele using our Open Learn route.

Further information about the assessment and details of How to Register follow below on this page.

Further information about our Prescribing Studies postgraduate programme and CPD Plus+ courses can be accessed via the following links:

Prescribing Studies programme;

http://www.keele.ac.uk/pharmacy/education/ps/index/

 

What is the Keele University Assessment for a CPD Plus+ course?

To gain 5 academic credits with Keele you will complete assessment that comprises the following:

  • Problem solving case – written assignment of 1000 words
  • Reflective Portfolio

If you wish, you can choose to register for assessments that will gain you 10 or 15 credits - see application form for details or contact l.j.foster@keele.ac.uk

How do I Register for Assessment with Keele University?

You should complete the registration form that can be accessed from the following link:

*Therapeutics Plus Application Form

The assessment will be sent to you on receipt of the completed registration form, the fee of £99 and a copy of the certificate that you will have downloaded from the Therapeutics Plus site as evidence of your completion of the multiple choice assessment questions.

You will also be sent the Course Handbook for CPD Plus+ courses and will be supported in your studies by the Prescribing Studies programme manager, Jacqui Kinsey. In addition, you will have access to student support materials within Keele’s virtual learning environment (KLE).

How long do I have to complete the Assessment?

You will have up to six months from the date of registration to complete the Assessment and submit it to Keele for marking.

What other courses can I do with Keele to gain more credits towards a Prescribing Studies award?

The following link provides summary information about all Keele’s CPD Plus+ courses that you can study to build up credits towards postgraduate Certificate and Diploma awards in Prescribing Studies using our Open Learn route:

‌PS Open Learn Summary