Huntington’s course for professionals – registration now open for undergraduate module with University of Stirling

Registration is open for A multidisciplinary approach to understanding Huntington’s disease, a short online undergraduate course for health, medical and social care professionals, developed and delivered in partnership with the University of Stirling.

Scottish Huntington’s Association, in line with its vision towards the best possible care and support for everyone impacted by Huntington’s disease in Scotland, is committed to raising awareness about Huntington’s disease and its impact on individuals and families.

The 12-week undergraduate course widens offers an opportunity for health and social care professionals to learn from both academic and frontline practice tutors, drawing on current research, practitioner expertise and lived experience to provide students with knowledge that can then be applicated in practice.

Its digital-first learning resources are aimed at both UK and international learners and the curriculum and assessment marking scheme have been developed and reviewed by the University of Stirling to ensure compliance with its standards.

“The course includes a focus on practice-based intervention, theoretical learning, ethical and legal frameworks, and learners have access to academic tutors, multi-disciplinary professionals, and those with lived experience, said Professor Louise McCabe, Professor in Dementia Studies at the University of Stirling.

“Feedback from practitioners tells us that this deeper understanding, combined with new skills, has had a significant impact on their professional practice towards providing better care to families living with Huntington’s disease and improve quality of life.”

Scottish Huntington’s Association Chief Executive Alistair Haw added: “Huntington’s disease causes complex symptoms that need multidisciplinary input, however mainstream education for health and social care professionals does not include this learning. This means there is a widespread lack of knowledge about the range of care that patients, clients and their families need.

“We are committed to changing this to improve the care and support of everyone whose life is impacted by this disease. One of the strengths of this course that practitioners have highlighted is its promotion of a multidisciplinary, holistic approach which they can now use in their own practice.”

Find out more at https://hdscotland.org/huntingtons-disease-course/