Profile of evidence related to competency (contributes to meeting LO's 1 and 2) pass/fail

Reflective diary 2000 words (contributes to meeting LO 3) 100%

Both elements of assessment must be passed

Additional Assessment Details (including formative feedback / assessment:
Formative assessment will include:
- Keeping of a reflective journal which will form the basis of work based and classroom discussions
- Individual and group tutorials
- Seminar presentation to peers

This module aims to enable students to develop a range of work-based competences linked to the skills for health national occupational standards for health and social care appropriate to their specific areas of practice and reflect on how they have put these skills into practice. The student will explore concepts and models of reflection, for instance reflection in and on action

Contact Hours: (18)
6 hours - Lectures
6 hours - Workshops
3 hours - Group/individual tutorials
3 hours - Seminar presentations

Independent Study Hours: (282)
250 hours - Work based learning and reflective journal
10 hours - Reading
10 hours - Preparation for formative tutorials and seminar
12 hours - Summative assessment preparation

Must be enrolled on the Foundation Degree in Health Care Practice and in employment in a Health Care environment

Access to computer and projector
Internet facilities
Simulation skills equipment

Department of Health (2007) Essence of Care: Benchmarks for the care environment London: DoH
Department of Health (2001) Essence of Care: Patient focused benchmarking for healthcare Professionals. London DoH
Doherty, L. and Lister, S. (2008) Royal Marsden Hospital Manual of Clinical Procedures 7th Edition Oxford: Palgrave Macmillan
Taylor, B. J. (2006) Reflective Practice: A guide for nurses and midwives. Milton Keynes: Open University Press