Module Descriptors
COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES IN A HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ENVIRONMENT
PPDE60128
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 6
30 credits
Contact
Leader: Angela Carryer
Email: A.J.Carryer@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 264
Total Learning Hours: 300
Assessment
- PORTFOLIO weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Special Admissions Requirements
Registered on the BSc (Hons) Complementary Therapies Studies
Module Resources
Clinical placements
Module Learning Strategies
Contact Hours: (36)
20 hrs Interactive Lectures
6 hrs Workshops
10 hours group and individual tutorials
Specify the number of independent study hours attributed to each type of activity (eg reading / assessment preparation). Total hours should equate to Independent Study Hours identified on page 1 of this form.
Independent Study: (264)
42 hrs Facilitated work-based experience in a healthcare environment
100 hrs Reading
58 hrs Preparation for Assignment
30 hrs Reflective Log
14 hrs Blackboard
20 hrs Preparation for group work and tutorials
20 hrs Interactive Lectures
6 hrs Workshops
10 hours group and individual tutorials
Specify the number of independent study hours attributed to each type of activity (eg reading / assessment preparation). Total hours should equate to Independent Study Hours identified on page 1 of this form.
Independent Study: (264)
42 hrs Facilitated work-based experience in a healthcare environment
100 hrs Reading
58 hrs Preparation for Assignment
30 hrs Reflective Log
14 hrs Blackboard
20 hrs Preparation for group work and tutorials
Module Indicative Content
Working in a facilitated work based healthcare environment, employing reflexology, aromatherapy and massage
The management of statutory and voluntary sector practice settings
The role of the complementary therapist in total patient/client care, including client assessment and history taking and the development of a care plan Working within codes of ethics
The role of psychological aspects in complementary therapies
The use of professional terminology in practice to develop a shared understanding of professional language
Policies and procedures in an organisational context
Awareness of client confidentiality
Critical reflection in practice
The management of statutory and voluntary sector practice settings
The role of the complementary therapist in total patient/client care, including client assessment and history taking and the development of a care plan Working within codes of ethics
The role of psychological aspects in complementary therapies
The use of professional terminology in practice to develop a shared understanding of professional language
Policies and procedures in an organisational context
Awareness of client confidentiality
Critical reflection in practice
Module Additional Assessment Details
A Portfolio (maximum 3,500 words) - 100% Weighting
Portfolio to include evidence of attendance, reflective log of activities, evidence of inter-professional working, reflection on the application of complementary therapies with the facilitated work-base healthcare environment and a SWOT analysis
Additional Assessment Details (including formative feedback / assessment:
A reflective log in which students critically reflect on key milestones in their development and experience whilst in practice
Portfolio to include evidence of attendance, reflective log of activities, evidence of inter-professional working, reflection on the application of complementary therapies with the facilitated work-base healthcare environment and a SWOT analysis
Additional Assessment Details (including formative feedback / assessment:
A reflective log in which students critically reflect on key milestones in their development and experience whilst in practice
Module Texts
Brettle & Grant (2004) Finding the Evidence for Practice: A Workbook For Health Professionals: Churchill Livingstone
Stuart (2006) Assessment, Supervision and Support in Clinical Practice, A Guide for Nurses, Midwives and Other Health Professionals: Churchill Livingstone
Tate & Sills (2004) The Development of Critical Reflection in the Health Profession: Higher Education Academy
Stuart (2006) Assessment, Supervision and Support in Clinical Practice, A Guide for Nurses, Midwives and Other Health Professionals: Churchill Livingstone
Tate & Sills (2004) The Development of Critical Reflection in the Health Profession: Higher Education Academy