ARTP Sleep Progression CPAP Certificate
(Top Up from Associate to Practitioner)
Overview
This certificate is for candidates who have successfully completed the Associate certificate and would like to be recognised as Practitioner level.
• There are 4 sections the candidate will be required to complete. These include describing how CPAP is used to treat OSAHS, interpretation of therapy data and using this to inform and direct decision making.
• 4 case studies will be required including sleep disordered breathing including OSAHS, unsuccessful therapy, complex sleep apnoea and intolerant to CPAP therapy.
• There will also be two types of assessments in the form of direct observation of practical skills (DOPS) and case based discussion (CBD).
- The DOP's will require the candidate undertaking assessments demonstrating the skills in CPAP set up, interface fitting and troubleshooting, advice to patients to improve compliance and downloading patient data with the ability to recognise key features.
- The CBD's will be focused on CPAP set up and CPAP review, selecting a patient pathway of the candidates choosing.
Target Audience
The ARTP Sleep Progression Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Competency Certificate is intended for those candidates working in the field of treatment and management of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea/Hypopnoea Syndrome (OSAHS) that have already obtained the ARTP Associate CPAP Certificate and who now wish to progress in their professional attainment to the ARTP Practitioner CPAP Certificate. They will be employed as either:
a) A qualified practitioner (NHS - AfC Band 5 and above) in the NHS providing CPAP therapy to patients with a confirmed diagnosis of OSAHS in a hospital or primary care clinic setting.
b) An employee of an Independent Sector Commercial Service working at an advanced level, with a relevant graduate qualification, providing CPAP therapy directly to patients with a confirmed diagnosis of OSAHS in their own homes.
Candidates’ duties will include:
1. Providing a CPAP device, with or without a humidifier, to patients as an independent practitioner.
2. Setting up a CPAP device to provide the appropriate mode of operation and settings.
3. Selecting an appropriate interface from a range of types (Nasal or Full-Face Mask, Nasal Cushions/Pillows, Oral Mask, etc.) for the patient, choosing the correct size and making all necessary adjustments to ensure comfortable fit without leaks.
4. Providing training to the patient in the safe and effective use of the CPAP device and how to make device adjustments prescribed as enabled for that specific patient.
5. Administration of the department/company device and accessories inventory.
6. Performing patient compliance checks, trouble shooting and long-term intervention, making adjustments to therapy as required from time to time.
7. Downloading and interpreting compliance and performance data from the CPAP device as required.
8. Making adjustments to therapy and/or interface(s) as required from time to time
9. Providing reports, either paper based or electronically as required for the patient record.
10. Cleaning and disinfection of accessories and devices in accordance with manufacturer specifications and Health Service/Company infection control procedures.
Evidence of prior Learning/Training
As part of the registration process candidates will be required to provide evidence of having completed the ARTP Associate CPAP Certificate, details of other prior learning, and relevant training and experience which may be on the job training, on secondment, or in a more formal setting.
Portfolio of Evidence
Candidates will be required to complete a portfolio of evidence, consisting of a number of sections, within 6 months.
Cost: £50
Please note this certificate does not include training or workshops and is the assessment only
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