Preparation for Professional Practice

SHE level 7
SCQF credit points 20
ECTS credit points 10
Module code M1B130634
Module Leader Louise Boyle
School School of Health and Life Sciences
Subject School of Health and Life Sciences School Office
Trimester A (September start)

Summary of content

This shared learning module introduces students to a range of core skills that are integral to individual programme requirements. There will be a focus on developing both professional and personal self-care to equip students to work in dynamic practice environments. This will include the following themes: Introduction of a range of communication skills such as active listening. Developing insights into issues related to cultural competence. Differentiating between aggression, assertiveness and passivity to promote appropriate behaviours in both personal and professional capacities including de-escalation. Promoting emotional intelligence, resilience and positive mental health and wellbeing for both self and others through a host of skills that will include time/stress management and mindfulness activities and appropriate workshop others. Identification and access to key life skills including, CPR and infection prevention. Critical elements of how to competently manage Data Protection and Cyber Security will also be introduced.

Module details

Module structure

Activity Total hours
Lectures 11
Tutorials 20
Practicals 2
Seminars 0
Independent Learning 127
Assessment 40
Placement 0

Assessment methods

Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description
Course Work001 100 CW1: Digital portfolio