Our STAT (Stabilisation and Treatment Awaiting Transfer) course will teach you the critical knowledge and practical skills to confidently manage patients awaiting ambulance transfer.
Why study with us
- Delivered by experts in the field through case-based learning, clinical skills simulation and small class sizes to facilitate and encourage interaction.
- Develop your skills alongside other members 海角视频 extended multidisciplinary team.
- Blended learning combines the best use of available online technologies and a three day face-to-face block our Westlakes campus.
Course overview
Level: Postgraduate, Level 7
Delivery: Blended learning- online and on campus
Study mode: Part-time
Duration: Online pre-recorded materials and guided reading with live webinars over 10-12 weeks. This will be followed by an in-person block on the University's Westlakes campus. This includes practical and round-table seminar sessions.
Campus: Westlakes
Start date: 29 January 2026 (introductory webinar)
Important dates
Webinars:
- 2 March, 12.30pm-2pm
- 13 April, 12.30pm-2pm
Campus based block:
- 6-8 May
The in-person component 海角视频 course is taught at the University’s Westlakes Campus.
Topics covered include:
- Stabilisation and initiation of treatment 海角视频 sick patient pending delayed arrival 海角视频 ambulance service in the primary care context
- Content of medical equipment to be carried by practitioners in primary care settings
- Risk assessment and management
- The primary care multidisciplinary team
- Reachback and telemedicine
This course builds on knowledge and skills that are covered in the Resuscitation Council UK ILS (Immediate Life Support) Course. We recommend that applicants gain the knowledge and skills covered in this course prior to application.
Future careers
Given the universal increase in ambulance transfer wait times, this course is highly relevant for clinicians working or aspiring to work in any primary care setting – rural, urban, or anywhere in between.
It has been designed for those who want to develop their knowledge, skills, and confidence in this crucial aspect of care delivery.
Entry requirements
- Applicants should hold at least 2:2 degree in related subject
- Applicants must hold Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery qualification or relevant professional qualification, holding professional registration (GMC, NMC, HCPC, GDC or international equivalent)
- Applications from other related professions will be considered on an individual basis
- IELTS: Score of at least 6.5 or equivalent
While it is not a formal entry requirement, as this course builds on Urgent Care knowledge and skills that are covered in the Resuscitation Council UK ILS (Immediate Life Support) Course we recommend that applicants gain the skills and knowledge covered in this course prior to application.
This course has been specifically designed to meet the needs of General Practitioners, Nurse Practitioners, Advanced Care Practitioners and Physician Associates. It may also be suitable for clinicians in related fields such as physiotherapists, paramedics, practice nurses and secondary care doctors.
This course is delivered by the School of Medicine and Dentistry
For information on possible changes to course information, see our essential and important course information
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