UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE
Programme Specification
This Programme Specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme
and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and
demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.
Sources of information on the programme can be found in Section 17
1. Awarding Institution / Body
University of Central Lancashire
2. Teaching Institution and Location
of Delivery
University of Central Lancashire:
3. University School/Centre
School of Sport and Wellbeing (Rescue 3 Europe)
4. External Accreditation
5. Title of Final Award
Foundation Degree: Technical Rescue Instruction
6. Modes of Attendance offered
Part-time, blended
7. UCAS Code
8. Relevant Subject Benchmarking
Group(s)
Unit 25
National Fire Protection Association
9. Other external influences
National Fire Protection Association
Rescue 3 (UK)
Rescue 3 International
May 2013
10. Date of production/revision of this
form
11. Aims of the Programme
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To provide a stimulating, intellectual and vocationally relevant programme which will enable
students to gain skills, knowledge and experience that will prepare them for employment and
deployment within the technical rescue industry.
Students will be able to demonstrate and apply a broad range of technical rescue skills and will
have an in-depth understanding of the mechanics, theories and research which underpins them.
Students will also have a clear understanding of the teaching and learning process which they will
be able to apply to a variety of training environments, subjects and student groups.
To promote an ethos of professional practice including self-reflection and self-development
enabling the identification of on-going development needs and strategies for the achievement of
these.
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12. Learning Outcomes, Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods
A. Knowledge and Understanding
A1. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the techniques, skills, tactics and equipment that exist within the
technical rescue industries.
A2. Demonstrate an applied understanding of the ‘mechanics’ of the techniques; skills that are essential
traits to become employed and deployed within technical rescue industries
A3. Analyse the management/leadership concepts and issues applied to the engagement at all levels
within the technical rescue industries.
A4. Demonstrate an understanding of the teaching & learning process in relation to being an effective
trainer within the technical rescue industry
Teaching and Learning Methods
Lectures, workshops, seminars, case studies, self-directed learning.
Significant aspects of online learning and practical experience within their own practice / organisations.
Assessment methods
Practical skills assessments, multi choice exams, short answer exams, case studies, reports, portfolios,
presentations.
B. Subject-specific skills
B1. Apply inter disciplinary skills in the facilitation, co-ordination and delivery of technical rescue activities.
B2. Understand and apply into practice the current theories and examples of best practice within technical
rescue industries.
B3. Understand and apply into practice the current theories and examples of best practice within teaching
and learning.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Lectures, practical experience within their own practice / organisation, workshops, seminars, case studies,
self-directed learning. Significant aspects of online learning
Assessment methods
Multi choice exams, short answer exams, case studies, reports, portfolios, presentations.
C. Thinking Skills
C1. Analyse a wide range of practical, theoretical and research data and its application to technical rescue
context.
C2. Display analytical, problem solving and reasoning skills in a practical, academic and vocational context.
C3. Analyse a wide range of practical, theoretical and research data and its application to teaching &
learning.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Lectures, practical experience within their own practice / organisations, workshops, seminars, case studies,
self-directed learning. Significant aspects of online learning
Assessment methods
Portfolios, reports, presentations, multiple choice exams, short answer exams, case studies. Evaluation of
current research and application into practice.
D. Other skills relevant to employability and personal development
D1. Implement self determined action planning through self reflection and awareness for future
progression
D2. Operate both autonomously and within a team and demonstrate the skills and understanding required
for effective leadership
Teaching and Learning Methods
Lectures, practical experience within their own practice / organisations, workshops, seminars, self-directed
learning. Significant aspects of online learning
Assessment methods
Portfolio, presentations, reports, personal development plan.
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13. Programme Structures*
Level
Module
Code
Module Title
14. Awards and Credits*
Credit
rating
Core Modules:
Level 4
TL1500
Swiftwater Rescue: Technician
20
TL1505
Professional Practice Portfolio
20
TL1061
Rope Rescue: Operator
20
TL1501
Optional Modules:
Swiftwater Rescue: Technician –
Advanced – Water
10
TL1502
Swiftwater and Flood Rescue: Boat
Operator
20
TL1504
Rope Rescue: Technician
20
Foundation Degree: Technical
Rescue Instruction
Requires 120 credits at Level 4 and120
credits at Level 5 through the following
combination:
Level 4
Core modules:
TL1500, TL1505, RRO
Optional modules:
TL1501, TL1502, TL1504, TL1508,
RVW, RFW, SRS
Level 5
Core modules:
TL2502
Optional modules:
TL2500, TL2501, TL2505
Level 5
TL1508
Searching Rivers and Floods
20
TL1062
Rescues from Vehicles in Water
10
TL1081
Rescues from Weirs
10
TL1080
Swiftwater Rescue Specialist
10
Level 4
Core modules:
TL1500, TL1501, TL1505, RRO
TL2502
Core Modules:
Professional Practice: Technical
Rescue Instruction
40
Optional modules:
RVW, RFW, SRS
TL2500
Optional Modules:
Rope Rescue: Operator – Instructor
40
TL2501
Swiftwater Rescue: Technician –
Instructor
40
TL2505
Swiftwater and Flood Rescue: Boat
Instructor
40
Foundation Certificate:
Technical Rescue Instruction - Water
Requires 120 credits at Level 4 & Level
5 through the following combination:
Level 5
Core modules:
TL2501
Foundation Certificate:
Technical Rescue Instruction - Rope
Requires 120 credits at Level 4 & Level
5 through the following combination:
Level 4
Core modules:
TL1500, TL1504, TL1505, RRO
Level 5
Core modules:
TL2500
Foundation Certificate:
Technical Rescue Instruction - Boat
Requires 120 credits at Level 4 & Level
5 through the following combination:
Level 4
Core modules:
TL1500, TL1502, TL1505, RRO
Level 5
Core modules:
TL2505
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Foundation Certificate: Technical
Rescue Studies
Requires 120 credits at Level 4 through
the following combination:
Core modules:
TL1500, TL1505, RRO
Optional modules:
TL1501, TL1502, TL1504, TL1508,
RVW, RFW, SRS
15. Personal Development Planning
The programme incorporates significant aspects that relate to personal development planning. A strong
focus is placed on the transfer and application of skills and knowledge into the workplace. Students are
encouraged to develop their vocational skills through their work in the area and engage in professional
practice modules.
A personal tutoring support system is in place throughout the programme which supports students’
engagement and personal development.
The programme benefits from dual accreditation with independent awards being presented by the
University and Rescue 3 International / Rescue 3 (UK). Rescue 3 International / Rescue 3 (UK) certifies
each associated module and students will receive certification from Rescue 3 International / Rescue 3
(UK) for each module they successfully complete.
16. Admissions criteria
Programme Specifications include minimum entry requirements, including academic qualifications,
together with appropriate experience and skills required for entry to study. These criteria may be
expressed as a range rather than a specific grade. Amendments to entry requirements may have been
made after these documents were published and you should consult the University’s website for the most
up to date information.
Students will be informed of their personal minimum entry criteria in their offer letter.
Students must be engaged with the area of Technical Rescue, as demonstrated through employer
sponsorship, work experience within the industry (paid or voluntary), prior experiential learning/training
and/or educational attainment. These criteria are not pre-requisites for admission but will be considered
along with previous life experience and a demonstrated enthusiasm for a career within/related to the
Technical Rescue Industry.
Access to a computer with a broadband connection and basic IT skills (ability to navigate web-pages &
produce basic Word documents), are essential to engage with the blended learning aspects. Employer’s
sponsorship of the student will contribute significantly to this demonstration of engagement.
Students must have gained the First Aid at Work award or equivalent prior to being enrolled on the
Foundation Degree.
Students must be able to swim at least 25 metres to participate in the practical elements required for the
Professional qualification (Rescue 3) aspects.
17. Key sources of information about the programme
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University Web Site: www.uclan.ac.uk/sport
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Factsheet
University Prospectus
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UCLan Sport open days and applicant days
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LEVEL 4
18. Curriculum Skills Map
Please tick in the relevant boxes where individual Programme Learning Outcomes are being assessed
Programme Learning Outcomes
Core (C),
Other skills relevant
Compulsory
to employability and
Module
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Knowledge and
Subject-specific
personal
Level Code
Module Title
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understanding
Skills
Thinking Skills
development
TL1500 Swiftwater Rescue: Technician
Swiftwater Rescue: Technician –
TL1501
Advanced - Water
Swiftwater and Flood Rescue:
TL1502
Boat Operator
TL1504 Rope Rescue: Technician
TL1505 Professional Practice Portfolio
TL1508 Searching Rivers & Floods
TL1061 Rope Rescue: Operator
LEVEL5
TL1062 Rescues from Vehicles in Water
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Technical Rescue Instruction
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Mapping to other external frameworks, e.g. professional/statutory bodies, will be included within Student Course Handbooks
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