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School:
School of Human and Health Sciences
Credit Rating:
20
Level (including FHEQ):
H (FHEQ Level 6)
Graded or Non Graded:
Graded
Version Valid From:
2022-09-01
Module Leader:
Natasha Levy
Version Number
2022.01
Learning Methods
Guided Independent Study
Seminar
Lecture
Professional Body Requirements
Health and Care Professions Council
Synopsis
The aim of this module is to facilitate your exploration and learning about contemporary podiatric practice. Modern podiatric practice encompasses many areas of specialist work which you will continue to develop throughout your professional career following registration. This will include the core elements of practice that underpin your work such … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Strategy
Students will first be introduced to the underpinning concepts of contemporary practice. This will be through a combination of formal academic input, and seminars. Students will then explore a specific facet of practice in detail to develop an appreciation of the professional and inter-professional considerations involved to gain an understanding … For more content click the Read More button below.
Outline Syllabus
Lectures. Core lectures will set the context of contemporary professional practice and the regulatory and professional frameworks which apply.Individual study. The nature and scope of the specific area of investigation rests largely with the individual student and the selected aspect of contemporary practice identified for consideration and agreement with the … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Evidence an in-depth knowledge of an aspect of contemporary practice and the impact on clinical practice.
2.
Understand the professional and Regulatory frameworks in which the aspect of contemporary practice is undertaken.
3.
Critically evaluate an aspect of contemporary practice.
4.
Contextualise the relevance of a specific aspect of contemporary practice considered within the provision of podiatric care as a whole.
Formative Assessment
Assessment 1: Written plan
Summative Assessment
Assessment 1: Presentation
Assessment Criteria
The School generic grading criteria and the learning outcomes will apply.
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