Summary of content

This module allows the opportunity to advance knowledge and skills in an area of professional practice development in health and social care through the compilation and implementation of a negotiated learning plan. The module aims to enhance professional development, vision and problem solving abilities by determining solutions to or options for practice based challenges. The content of the module will be determined by the students' own specific learning requirements and perhaps the needs of their organisation.
The module promotes a flexible approach to continuous professional development and lifelong learning.
Learning will be undertaken predominantly in the workplace / placement which will require largely self-directed study with students being able to identify and gain their own support needs. A negotiated learning contract will be compiled in collaboration with the employer (if appropriate) or supervisor and the module leader and / or academic supervisor. This approach enables achievement of competency to practice in their defined area, to identify and agree appropriate learning outcomes and assessment criteria to meet professional practice requirements.

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