Professional development

Reflective cycles
Reflective practice
Principles of Continuous Professional Development
Interviewing/Employability Skills
Critical thinking and problem-solving

Legal and ethical principles

Codes of conduct
Introduction to evidence-based practice
Introduction to professional values
Professional codes of conduct
The roles and responsibilities of the registered healthcare professional
Human rights
Raising concerns
Freedom to Speak Up
Understanding the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable groups

Communication

Communication including importance of body language and para-linguistic features (such as tone, volume, rhythm, pitch & intonation)

Academic skills

Basic maths skills (related to drug calculation)
Academic context for Artificial Intelligence
Academic writing
Referencing
Literature searching
Preparing for higher education assessments

Other

Social determinants of health
History of the health and social care system

Professional Discussion

Students will be asked to discuss their perspective on a case-study, highlighting the role of the healthcare professional, the relevant legal and ethical frameworks and considerations for holistic patient-centred care. The case study will be selected at random by the examiner from a pre-seen selection of potential cases

This assessment with cover Learning Outcomes 1 and 2

Workbook

Students will undertake a workbook (Assessment 1) throughout this module, incorporating key skills and tasks.

Student will utilise their workbook to reflect upon key skills gained, areas of strength and weakness and identify plans for improvement.

This assessment will cover learning outcomes 3 and 4

Learning will consist of lead lectures, and seminars. It will be supplemented with online study materials and practical sessions.

1) Knowledge and Understanding 2) Learning 3) Enquiry 4) Analysis 5) Problem Solving 6) Communication 7) Application 8) Reflection

VLE
Classroom
Library Support
Tutorials
Lectures
Seminars

Bassot, B. (2023) The reflective practice guide¿: an interdisciplinary approach to critical reflection. Second edition. London: Routledge

Eaton, G. (2019) Law and Ethics for Paramedics: An Essential Guide, Bridgewater: Class Publishing

Jasper, M., Rosser, M. and Mooney, G., (2013) Professional Development, Reflection and Decision-making in Nursing and Healthcare, 2nd edn, Oxford: Blackwell Publishing

Moule, P. (2018) Making sense of research in nursing, health and social care. 7th ed. London: SAGE.

O’Kane, N. and Hall, I. (2017) Mental health law and human rights. Place of publication not identified: Emerald Publishing Limited.

This module provides a comprehensive foundation in the essential skills and knowledge required for success in health and social care education and practice. Students will explore the principles of professional development through reflective cycles, critical thinking, and problem-solving, with a strong focus on employability and continuous professional growth. Key academic skills, such as academic writing, referencing, literature searching, and numeracy (including drug calculations), will be developed alongside an introduction to artificial intelligence in academic contexts