Syllabus

There are three parts to the course, each of which is designed to be read in conjunction with the book, The Minor Illness Manual.  The programme provides part-time focussed teaching for nurses on specific issues related to minor illness, including microbiology, pharmacology and evidence-based practice.

 Part One - The essentials 

• First Contact Minor Illness Nursing: improved access to care
• Communication and Organisational Skills 
• Evidence-Based Practice 
• Clinical Governance

 Part Two - Diagnosis 

• Infections
• Examination Techniques 
• Clinical Skills: Part 1 

• Clinical Skills: Part 2 

Part Two of the Programme includes a CD-ROM illustrating commonly presented conditions to aid diagnosis.

 Part Three - Using drugs 

• Clinical Pharmacology: Part 1: Pharmacodynamics
• Clinical Pharmacology: Part 2: Pharmacokinetics
• Prescribing 
• Recommended Formulary for Minor Illness