Pain (Postgraduate Certificate)

Overview

Objectives of the Pain (Postgraduate Certificate) offered at University of Limerick

• To discuss professional issues relating to the description, classification and ramifications of pain 
• To examine the different sectors of patients/clients, service providers and models of service, and their differing needs
• To source, critically appraise and synthesise the most up-to-date research in pain
• To develop advanced level assessment and identification of appropriate treatment techniques/approaches and strategies in the management of pain
• To integrate research knowledge with clinical expertise and patient preference to establish the means of providing cost-effective, high quality clinical service in this specialist area
• Mode of delivery
• Methods of delivery include classroom based lectures, tutorials and workshops, distance learning and self-directed learning.