Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Operating Department Practice Northumbria University - Coach Lane Campus, UK

Would you like to work closely with surgeons, anaesthetists and other professionals to plan, deliver and evaluate the care of patients who are undergoing surgical or anaesthetic procedures?

This programme will suit highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals who have a specialist interest in the care of surgical patients. The BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice degree will equip you with the clinical and interpersonal skills and specialised knowledge required to plan, deliver and evaluate care to patients during the three phases of perioperative practice: anaesthesia, surgery and post-anaesthetic care.    

Whilst studying on this course you will spend time in our specialised clinical skills centre, which boasts state-of-the-art facilities and training equipment that is at the forefront of the sector. The time spent in this environment will help to develop all the key skills required for a successful career within the perioperative environment. Using simulation, practical sessions and workshops, you will be taught how to use a wide range of equipment safely for the caring needs of perioperative patients’.

Whilst studying an Operating Department Practice degree, you will learn to:

• Utilise excellent communication and interpersonal skills ensuring safe effective and compassionate care.
• Develop comprehensive Operating Department Practice abilities to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised, holistic, evidence based Operating Department Practice care.
• Develop team-working skills promoting collaboration and partnership with stakeholders.
• Promote the health and wellbeing of individuals, families and communities through raising awareness of health needs and facilitating health enhancing activities.
• Use lifelong learning and research skills to inform practice and facilitate ongoing continuing professional development.
• Demonstrate organisational, management and leadership skills in the delivery of high quality perioperative care.