• BIOL4704
  • Practice Placement C

  • Credits (ECTS): 20
  • Biological Sciences
  • Available on Programme(s): DT223

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Overview

Module Description

A one week college-based pre-placement session is incorporated before commencement of placement. This will familiarise the student with the expectations of Practice Placement C with specific focus on further developing proficiency in skills such as feedback & reflective practice for the clinical setting. A site visit to orientate the student to their individual placement site including local policies and procedures will be included as part of this preparatory week.

Indicative Syllabus

Tutorials/workshops:
Reflective Practice Skills in the working environment
Feedback: how to give, receive and act upon
Professionalism
Evidence based practice
Practicalities of placement assessment including how to complete the student led assessment tools
Paired Training Model
Inter-disciplinary learning
Documentation
Review of dietetics, medical and clinical lab science theories (self-directed)

ISCED:420: DO NOT USE - ARCHIVE HEA 2014
Total Contact Teaching Hours:20

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