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School:
School of Human and Health Sciences
Credit Rating:
20
Level (including FHEQ):
I (FHEQ Level 5)
Graded or Non Graded:
Graded
Version Valid From:
2020-05-01
Module Leader:
Paula Elliott
Version Number
2024.02
Learning Methods
Lecture
Work Based Learning
Guided Independent Study
Professional Body Requirements
Nursing and Midwifery Council
Synopsis
Through this module you’ll be encouraged to explore issues of lifelong learning and continuing professional development that underpin registration requirements for nursing associates. The module aims to prepare you for your end point assessment (EPA). You’ll also have the opportunity to develop and use a variety of transferable skills including … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Strategy
The module will be delivered in lectures, followed by interactive sessions/activities in smaller groups. Trainee Nursing Associates are expected to undertake significant independent study through structured reading in order to supplement and develop their learning. Learning will be supported via a range of online resources which can be accessed via … For more content click the Read More button below.
Work based learning comprises of 25 hours practice and 120 hours theory.
Outline Syllabus
Transferable Skills• Study skills• Learning styles• Writing skills• Digital Literacy Skills• Medicines calculations• Portfolio development
Professional development • Professionalism and boundaries to role• Educational theories for teaching others • Reflection and critical thinking• Working with Service Users and Carers• Professional discussions• Leadership and service improvement• Managing risk to self and … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Apply knowledge of continuing professional development and lifelong learning to the role of Nursing Associate.
2.
Identify personal and professional development theories and compare with own development.
3.
Apply knowledge of theories of team work to explore the Nursing Associate role as an independent and team working practitioner.
4.
Reflect on the development of own professional skills and study skills and apply to the role of the Nursing Associate.
5.
Correctly and safely calculate medicines for administration.
Formative Assessment
Assessment 1: Written plan
Assessment 2: Practice exam/test
Summative Assessment
Assessment 1: Oral Assessment
Assessment 2: In-Class Test
Assessment Criteria
The School generic grading criteria and the learning outcomes will apply.
Identities of individuals and organisations should be anonymised and confidences respected. Consent should be obtained from individual service users for use of any of their personal health information.