This module aims to prepare students for undergraduate clinical practice within the training clinic. The module covers:
- Case history taking.
- Performing components of osteopathic biomechanical assessment and treatment procedures in the clinical setting.
- Indications and contra-indications for specific osteopathic examination and treatment techniques.
- Reflective practice within the clinical setting.
Students are prepared for the treatment of real patients by the introduction of the case history process for biomechanical and systemic conditions. Students are given more exposure to patients and able to perform some component parts of student-patient interactions (e.g. soft tissue manipulation) under the guidance of tutors and senior students as part of their peer learning experience.

Summative:
1. Reflective Clinical Assessment (20 mins) - completed within the teaching clinic by a clinic tutor, based on reflections in the clinic log book of patient observations - 50%
(Learning outcomes 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 & 7)

2. Practical Clinical Assessment (20 mins) - practical assessment of postural analysis, spinal examination and treatment techniques - 50%
(Learning outcome 3)

Additional Assessment Details (include formative feedback / assessment):
Formative:
1. Reflective/Practical Clinical Assessment within the clinic including practical assessment of postural analysis, spinal examination and treatment techniques

Clinical Osteopathy is a complex undertaking central to the course, with the award of MOSt/BOst ultimately being determined by the Final Clinical Competency examination in CO5/6. Therefore all other year 1 and 2 modules support Clinical Osteopathy 2 where these concepts and skills are integrated within the controlled environment of the College clinics.

Contact Hours (212):
- Lectures - 12 hours
- Clinic - 200 hours

Independent Study Hours (88):
- Log Book preparation - 8 hours
- Background reading - 56 hours
- Peer / study group activities - 24 hours

Alexander, N (2015) Atlas of Osteopathic Techniques. USA JB Lippincott Co.
DiGiovanna EL (2004) An Osteopathic Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment. USA JB Lippincott Co.
McKenzie, R May,S (2003) The lumbar spine: mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Waikanae, NZ; Spinal Publications
Sammut E, Searle-Barnes P (1998), Osteopathic Diagnosis. London: Stanley Thorne

For Clinical Osteopathy 2 the key physical resource is the clinical environment provided by the College. The majority of teaching for clinical modules is delivered in the Osteopathic Teaching Clinic where there is access to all the necessary equipment and learning resources within an environment that meets standards specified and inspected by the General Osteopathic Council and Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.

Admission requirements for students are that they have enhanced clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service, that they have fulfilled the criteria set out in the Fitness To Practice form (updated and completed annually) and that they have completed the Clinic Induction which includes the issuing of clinic log books (with clinic procedures and the code of conduct) and clinic uniform. Students must have successfully all year 1 modules, unless exemption has been agreed.

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the range of communications (verbal, non verbal and listening) by
(i) selecting effective forms of communication in dealing with peers, staff and patients, and
(ii) showing empathy and consideration for the needs of individuals.
(OPS A1 (1.1, 1.2), A2 (1, 2, 3))
Communication

2. To give account of and demonstrate a cycle of reflection regarding osteopathic principles as related to clinical observation.
(OPS B1 (1.1, 1.3), B2 ({1.1}), B4 (1.1))
Knowledge & Understanding
Learning
Reflect

3. Demonstrate osteopathic practical skills through effective consideration of postural analysis and predefined tasks to show basic palpatory, examination and treatment skills.
(OPS B1 {1.4}, B2 {1.5}, {1.6})
Knowledge & Understanding
Application

4. Demonstrate a reflective approach to patients that shows care, understanding, politeness and consideration, respect and an understanding of safeguarding requirements.
(OPS C3, C4,C6 (1, 2), C9)
Communication
Reflection

5. Demonstrate accuracy and comprehensiveness in completion of required clinical record keeping, showing a cycle of reflection of clinical experience.
(OPS C8)
Application
Reflection

6. In light of initial supervised patient contacts, act with professionalism, integrity and respect when dealing with patients, peers and staff; and uphold the reputation of the profession through appropriate demeanour and conduct at all times.
(OPS D4 (1,3), D5, D6, D7, D8, D9, D16, D17, D18)
Knowledge & Understanding
Application

7. Demonstrate a sound knowledge of osteopathic quality standards and Health & Safety requirements through proactive and autonomous compliance with clinical protocols.
(OPS D10, D11-13, D14)
Knowledge & Understanding
Application