Theoretical Underpinnings of Practice Based Inquiry - Module NM8001

This twelve week, Level 9 micro-credential is designed for healthcare professionals who want to use inquiry to improve care quality, safety and outcomes.  

Addressing a clinical problem through practice-based inquiry involves asking the right questions in the right way, finding the best available evidence, and assessing what further research might be needed to guide future clinical decisions.   

In this module, you’ll learn how to reflect on practice, identify relevant research questions, and apply structured frameworks to guide your inquiry.  

You’ll also explore research ethics and governance, develop your ability to search for and appraise evidence, and prepare a practice-based research protocol suitable for submission to an ethics committee.  

This module is associated with Healthcare Practice - Professional Doctorate. It can be taken as a standalone micro-credential or as part of a pathway to a larger award.