Module Descriptors
THE PROFESSIONAL SELF
SOWK70301
Key Facts
School of Health, Science and Wellbeing
Level 7
15 credits
Contact
Leader: David Mason
Email: D.Mason@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 10
Independent Study Hours: 140
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
An assignment (3000 words) involving a critical evaluation of activities linked to professional development within the workplace. Assesses all LO's
Formative assessment / Feedback:
will include feedback within tutorials on preparation and planning for the assignment task
Formative assessment / Feedback:
will include feedback within tutorials on preparation and planning for the assignment task
Module Indicative Content
The focus on the module will consist of a study of the professional capabilities framework (PCF) capabilities and the HCPC standards of proficiency (SOPS) in relation to the experienced practitioner role within the PCF. There follows an exploration of the value base of the profession, and specifically a focus on the HCPC standards of conduct.
Within this context, students will apply this knowledge to their specific role, and identify the key attributes of an experienced practitioner. By use of reflection, analysis and critical thinking, the student will identify their developmental needs in relation to the identified role.
Within this context, students will apply this knowledge to their specific role, and identify the key attributes of an experienced practitioner. By use of reflection, analysis and critical thinking, the student will identify their developmental needs in relation to the identified role.
Module Learning Strategies
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: (10)
Learning time at the university will be 2 days x 3 hours, and 1 day x 4 hours = 10 hours
This will include the following approaches to support and enhance learning:
5 hours Seminar Input and Lectures
4 hours small group work and reflexive discussion
1 hours assignment workshop
Guided Independent Study Hours: (140)
20 hours Reading/reflection/work based time between taught days is 4 periods
120 hours Work on assignments to include Blackboard supported learning in preparation for formative assignment and discussion forums.
Learning time at the university will be 2 days x 3 hours, and 1 day x 4 hours = 10 hours
This will include the following approaches to support and enhance learning:
5 hours Seminar Input and Lectures
4 hours small group work and reflexive discussion
1 hours assignment workshop
Guided Independent Study Hours: (140)
20 hours Reading/reflection/work based time between taught days is 4 periods
120 hours Work on assignments to include Blackboard supported learning in preparation for formative assignment and discussion forums.
Module Resources
Blackboard VLE
University rooms appropriate for the taught sessions.
Access to the library and student support team.
Personal tutors.
University rooms appropriate for the taught sessions.
Access to the library and student support team.
Personal tutors.
Module Texts
Cocker, C & Allain, L. (2011). Advanced Social Work with Children and Families, London, Learning Matters.
Rutter, L & Brown, K. (2012). Critical Thinking and Professional Judgement for Social Work. London, Learning Matters.
Jones, K. Cooper, B. & Ferguson, H. (2008). Best practice in Social Work. Basingstoke, Palgrave.
Howe, D. (2010). The emotionally intelligent social worker. Basingstoke, Palgrave.
Rutter, L & Brown, K. (2012). Critical Thinking and Professional Judgement for Social Work. London, Learning Matters.
Jones, K. Cooper, B. & Ferguson, H. (2008). Best practice in Social Work. Basingstoke, Palgrave.
Howe, D. (2010). The emotionally intelligent social worker. Basingstoke, Palgrave.
Module Special Admissions Requirements
A Social Work qualification and registration with the HCPC