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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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