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Linking modular assessment with practice placement – a guide Northumbria University Teri Taylor 2009

Contents Year 1 placements ................................................................................................................ 5 Year 1 modular assignment and placement outline. ........................................................... 6 CLINICAL PRACTICE 1 ......................................................................................................... 8 PL0400 Foundations of Learning and Collaborative Working ...................................... 8 PL0401 Foundation Core Skills for Professional Practice ............................................ 9 CLINICAL PRACTICE 2 ....................................................................................................... 10 PL0406 Therapeutic Skills ......................................................................................... 10 PL0407 Principles of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy ................................................ 10 PL0408 Principles of Physiotherapy in Neurology ..................................................... 11 PL0409 Principles of Cardio Respiratory in Physiotherapy ........................................ 11 Further modular information – for reference ......................................................................... 12 PL0400 Foundations of Learning and Collaborative Working .................................... 12 PL0401 Foundation Core Skills for Professional Practice .......................................... 12 PL0406 Therapeutic Skills ......................................................................................... 13 PL0407 Principles of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy ................................................ 14 PL0408 Principles of Physiotherapy in Neurology ..................................................... 15 PL0409 Principles of Cardio Respiratory in Physiotherapy ........................................ 15 Year 2 placements .............................................................................................................. 17 Year 2 modular assignment and placement outline. ......................................................... 18 CLINICAL PRACTICE 3 ....................................................................................................... 19 PL0509 Measurements and evaluations in Physiotherapy ........................................ 19 PL0502 Development of Core Skills for Professional Practice................................... 20 PL0501 – Developing Skills in Collaborative Working ............................................... 21 PL0511 Applied Rehabilitation in Physiotherapy Practice ......................................... 21 PL0512 Movement Science Applied to Physiotherapy .............................................. 21 CLINICAL PRACTICE 4 ....................................................................................................... 22 PL0511 Applied Rehabilitation in Physiotherapy Practice ......................................... 22 PL0502 Development of Core Skills for Professional Practice................................... 22 PL0501 – Developing Skills in Collaborative Working ............................................... 23 PL0509 Measurements and evaluations in Physiotherapy ........................................ 23 CLINICAL PRACTICE 5 ....................................................................................................... 24 PL0512 Movement Science Applied to Physiotherapy .............................................. 24 2

PL0502 Development of Core Skills for Professional Practice................................... 24 PL0501 – Developing Skills in Collaborative Working ............................................... 25 PL0510 Education and Health in Rehabilitation ......................................................... 25 CLINICAL PRACTICE 6 ....................................................................................................... 27 PL0510 Education and Health in Rehabilitation ......................................................... 27 Further modular information – for reference ......................................................................... 28 PL0501 Developing Skills for Collaborative Working ................................................. 28 PL0502 Development of Core Skills for Professional Practice................................... 28 PL0509 Measurements and evaluations in Physiotherapy ........................................ 29 PL0510 Education and Health in Rehabilitation ......................................................... 30 PL0511 Applied Rehabilitation in Physiotherapy Practice ......................................... 30 PL0512 Movement Science Applied to Physiotherapy .............................................. 31 Year 3 placements .............................................................................................................. 33 Year 3 modular assignment and placement outline. ......................................................... 35 CLINICAL PRACTICE 7 ....................................................................................................... 36 PL0614 - Client Centred Physiotherapy ..................................................................... 36 PL0608 - Core Skills for professional practice - transition ......................................... 37 PL0607 – Collaborative working in Practice............................................................... 38 CLINICAL PRACTICE 8 ....................................................................................................... 40 PL0613 – Developing Effective Physiotherapy Skills ................................................. 40 Further modular information – for reference ......................................................................... 41 PL0614 - Client Centred Physiotherapy ..................................................................... 41 PL0608 - Core Skills for professional practice - transition ......................................... 41 PL0607 - Collaborative Working in Practice.............................................................. 42 PL0613 Developing Effective Physiotherapy Skills .................................................... 43

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Dear Educator, Thank you for agreeing to act as clinical educator for the Physiotherapy student undertaking this module. This booklet aims to provide information that will assist you in supporting a student on placement. Students are informed from the outset that it is their responsibility to maximise their learning during placement periods facilitated by you, the educator. Due to the synchronous nature of placements and academic modules, students are often required to complete module assessments on their return to University, that relate strongly to their clinical experiences. These assessments may draw on materials that are already a part of placement learning. However, there may be occasion when students are required to collect additional information or undertake specific learning tasks. Many of these activities can enhance their placement learning and may benefit from educator input or from informal consideration when planning their learning schedule. The following information relates to the modules that the student is currently undertaking; the assessments and deadlines that are required for these modules and any materials that they are asked to collect during placement periods. Additional time to complete these activities is NOT formally scheduled into the placement period. However, you may consider it appropriate to negotiate an approach to working hours or learning that facilitates completion of these tasks. For each placement, the core module to which the placement is attached and any additional modules for which materials must be collected are outlined. In addition, modules that occur alongside these, for which the placement may provide opportunities for practice/consolidation of skills, are outlined in italics. The student may, or may not, wish to explore skills for these additional modules at the time of their placement with you.

If you would like to discuss this further or have any queries, please don‟t hesitate to contact me or the Programme Director at the addresses given below.

Many thanks and regards,

Teri Taylor Senior Lecturer, Clinical Placement Co-ordinator for Physiotherapy.

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Year 1 placements For each placement, the modules that require students to undertake activities are indicated. Further information regarding the specific module aims, objectives and assessments can be found at the back of each of the “Year” sections. Key modules that are linked with the placement are indicated in bold. Modules indicated in italics are those for which the assessment occurs at the end of semester 2. As such, there may be opportunities within all placements for the accumulation of materials relevant to the assessment of the module.

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Year 1 modular assignment and placement outline. Activities outlined in bold indicate key modular links for the placement. Those outlined in italics indicate activities that students may wish to focus on. Placement periods

Modular assessment Key

2009 - 2010 DATE (Week Beginning - Monday) module code and nature of assessment

Placement period

A

Assessment period

YEAR 1

5

OCTOBER 12 19 26

2

NOVEMBER 9 16 23

PL0400 - Collaborative practice workbook and assignment PL0401 - Reflect on development of practice skill (assignment) PL0406 - Therapeutic skills development (practical exam) PL0407 - Musculoskeletal theory (portfolio and written exam) PL0408 - Neurological theory (written exam) PL0409 - Cardio respiratory theory (practical viva)

DATE (Week Beginning-Monday) module code and nature of assessment

1

MARCH 8 15 22

PL0400 - Collaborative practice workbook and assignment PL0401 - Reflect on development of practice skill (assignment) PL0406 - Therapeutic skills development (practical exam) PL0407 - Musculoskeletal theory (portfolio and written exam) PL0408 - Neurological theory (written exam) PL0409 - Cardio respiratory theory (practical viva)

30

DECEMBER 7 14 21

28

4

JANUARY 11 18 25

1

FEBRUARY 8 15 22 A

Workbook Identify assignment skill

A A

29

5

APRIL 12 19

26

3

MAY 10 17

24

JUNE 31 7 14 21 Placement 2

JULY 28 5 12 19 or Placement 2

A

A A

Consolidation

of skills

Consolidation

of skills

Consolidation

of skills

Consolidation

of skills

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Clinical Practice 1 This placement requires materials to be collected for the following 2 modules.

PL0400 Foundations of Learning and Collaborative Working Module summary This foundation module is designed to be jointly delivered to students embarking on professional programmes leading to a health/ social care professional qualification. The module will enable students to explore their personal and professional identity, provide an introduction to the concept of collaboration and the professional issues associated with effective collaborative working. It will also provide the foundational knowledge and skills to underpin their development as a lifelong learner and engage them in the process of learning together to work together. Preparation work during placement: Background: The assessment for this module focuses on the completion of a workbook that explores issues such as professionalism, stereotyping, interprofessional communications etc. in the context of collaborative working practice. As such, the student‟s first placement experience provides an ideal opportunity to observe and practice skills that are fundamental to professional practice in a health care setting.

Placement activity: Students are asked to read through their workbook prior to commencing placement. A number of activities within the workbook require observation and comment on aspects of observed practice. Activities within the workbook may be used to assist the student in meeting the learning outcomes for their placement.

Student activity following placement: Students are asked to complete areas within their workbook for consideration during workshops and seminars within University. For submission, students will need to complete specific tasks relating to reflection upon aspects of collaborative working they have observed in practice by 22nd February 2010.

PL0401 Foundation Core Skills for Professional Practice Module summary This module is orientated to the foundation of core skills in professional practice and aims to enhance the students‟ understanding of the core skills required in providing safe and effective practice within the care environment. Integral are the key themes which explore and examine issues around therapeutic communication, risk assessment and management, professional judgement and assessment frameworks.

Preparation work during placement: Background: The assessment for this module requires the student to complete a written assignment, reflecting on a practice-based skill that they have acquired during placement periods prior to the submission deadline. As such, students will need to focus on specific skills in which they feel they are developing, relating to the themes of the module and consider how they are progressing their competence. This assignment also requires an investigation into theoretical approaches to skill acquisition. Placement activity: Students will need to refer to the module handbook in identifying suitable skills to be focused upon. Students are asked to approach their educators in providing feedback regarding their chosen skill and opportunities to explore their own development in practice. For example, educators may assist the student in developing skills in therapeutic communication through providing opportunities to demonstrate skills and to undertake development in this area.

Student activity following placement Students are required to complete a written assignment entitled, “Select one clinical skill in which you are developing competence in and reflect upon how you have achieved the necessary level of competence for this stage of the programme”. The deadline for this submission is 7th June 2010.

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Clinical Practice 2 This module occurs at the end of academic teaching for year 1. As such, students have engaged with skill development in the 3 core areas of Physiotherapy practice and in overall therapeutic skills. This placement focuses on practice, consolidation and increased confidence in skills relating to the Therapeutic skills module outlined below. However, this placement also offers an opportunity for students to practice skills of assessment in the core areas of practice and to gain an understanding of the link between theory and practice in the context of anatomy, physiology and pathologies.

PL0406 Therapeutic Skills Module summary The module provides students with the opportunity to develop therapeutic clinical skills that will ultimately prepare them for periods of Practice Based Learning. The students will be introduced to the observational analysis of functional human movement and will develop knowledge and understanding of the theoretical concepts underpinning selected therapeutic skills and rehabilitative handling procedures as used in clinical practice. Summative assessment occurring prior to commencement of Clinical practice 2: The module learning outcomes and the student‟s performance in meeting learning outcomes will be assessed using a summative practical simulation which includes a qualitative movement analysis of an everyday functional task.

PL0407 Principles of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Module summary This module will introduce and allow students to integrate the study of musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology with the assessment of common problems affecting the musculoskeletal system. A strong emphasis will be given to the development of practical functional anatomy skills as well as developing the key skills of physiotherapy assessment. The module takes a regional anatomy approach and an integrated approach to developing appropriate skills and knowledge in musculoskeletal assessment. The regional approach considers the gross structure and function of the lower limb, upper limb, spine and pelvis. Studies of normal structure and function will be applied to disorders commonly seen by physiotherapists and case studies are used to set these studies into the appropriate contexts of practice.

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PL0408 Principles of Physiotherapy in Neurology Module summary This module will introduce and integrate aspects of anatomy and physiology of neurological systems with an introduction to neurological disorders commonly seen in patients referred for physiotherapy. The module provides the student with the opportunity to develop basic neurological physiotherapy assessment skills.

PL0409 Principles of Cardio Respiratory in Physiotherapy Module summary This module provides an introduction to the discipline of cardiorespiratory physiotherapy practice, the fundamental knowledge and skills underpinning clinical practice within this core area of physiotherapy. From a lay perspective of cardiorespiratory health the module will develop via a foundation of applied cardiorespiratory anatomy and physiology, to the physiotherapy management of the spontaneously breathing patient.

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Further modular information – for reference PL0400 Foundations of Learning and Collaborative Working SYNOPSIS OF MODULE This foundation module is designed to be jointly delivered to students embarking on professional programmes leading to a health/ social care professional qualification. The module will enable students to explore their personal and professional identity, provide an introduction to the concept of collaboration and the professional issues associated with effective collaborative working. It will also provide the foundational knowledge and skills to underpin their development as a lifelong learner and engage them in the process of learning together to work together. Learning and teaching within the module will use a combination of shared lectures to introduce key concepts, which will be further explored in smaller uni-professional and inter-professional seminars. Lecturers contributing to the teaching will be drawn from a number of professional backgrounds providing different perspectives on professionally relevant issues. The module will be assessed formatively through a diagnostic essay which will provide students with feedback on the development of their academic writing skills. The summative assessment will require students to complete activities within a workbook related to the outcomes of the module.

AIMS OF MODULE This module will enable students to explore their personal and professional identity, provide the foundational knowledge and skills to underpin their development as a lifelong learner and engage them in the process of learning together to work together.

LEARNING OUTCOMES By the end of the module the student will be able to: 1. Discuss the concept of collaboration and the professional issues associated with effective collaborative practice. 2. Demonstrate an understanding of the nature of groups and teams in health and social care practice and the importance of collaborative working with users and carers. 3. Communicate with others and contribute effectively to the process of inter-professional learning. 4. Demonstrate an awareness of different sources of knowledge and their use in supporting professional practice. 5. Demonstrate an ability to write academically and understand the academic and professional implications of academic misconduct.

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY Formative Completion of formative activities A diagnostic essay will be undertaken to identify student learning needs related to academic writing Students will be asked to the use the JISC plagiarism detection service with their diagnostic essay and submit the JISC report Summative Completion of a module workbook.

PL0401 Foundation Core Skills for Professional Practice SYNOPSIS OF MODULE This module is delivered to all suites of the undergraduate programme. It is orientated to the foundation of core skills in professional practice. It will enhance the understanding of the core skills required in enabling the student to provide safe and effective practice within the appropriate care environment. It will further enhance the understanding of the application of core skills to professional practice underpinned by relevant theories and knowledge. Integral are the key themes which explore and examine issues around therapeutic communication, risk assessment and management, professional judgement and assessment frameworks. Much of this will take

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place in the practice setting of the clinical skills centre underpinned by appropriate knowledge base. It is expected that students will experience opportunities to engage in multi - professional practice which will provide an insight into the application of skills in profession specific practice. The teaching and learning strategies will include demonstration and rehearsal of skills and the assignment will be a written piece of work based on a professional practice issue.

AIMS OF MODULE This module will enable students to develop an understanding of the core skills required for health/social care practice, applying knowledge and understanding of the core skills to provide safe and effective implementation and understand the application of the core skills in profession specific practice LEARNING OUTCOMES By the end of the module the student will be able to: 1. Identify the evidence base underpinning core practice skills for health/social care professionals 2. Describe the uniqueness of their profession specific role in the provision of holistic care. 3. Demonstrate the ability to apply theoretical principles in practice 4. Demonstrate an understanding of the theory underpinning the use of core, communication skills used in a therapeutic relationship. 5. Explore the concept of risk assessment and management in the development and implementation of safe practice skills. 6. Reflect upon own contribution in the implementation of practice skills recognising personal strengths and areas for development. ASSESSMENT STRATEGY Formative Student will be observed during seminar and laboratory workshops, provided with feedback and guidance where appropriate. Summative Students will undertake a written assignment related to a practice based skill acquired during the module delivery and demonstrated in clinical practice.

PL0406 Therapeutic Skills SYNOPSIS OF MODULE The module provides students with the opportunity to develop therapeutic clinical skills that will ultimately prepare them for periods of Practice Based Learning. The students will be introduced to the observational analysis of functional human movement and will develop knowledge and understanding of the theoretical concepts underpinning selected therapeutic skills and rehabilitative handling procedures as used in clinical practice. A combination of lectures, seminars, practical, case scenario simulations, directed and independent study will support student learning.

AIMS OF MODULE This module aims to explore factors that influence and inform rehabilitative handling procedures and functional movement re-education (including the safety of self and others). Students will also learn the skills to execute selected therapeutic skills and therapeutic handling procedures safely and effectively; informed by appropriate risk assessment and application of clinical reasoning.

LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Relate knowledge of the physical and biological sciences and current legislation to rehabilitative handling and functional movement re-education 2. Demonstrate a professional, safe and effective application of selected therapeutic skills 3. Demonstrate a professional and safe level of competency in the rehabilitative handling of patients 4. Analyse the movement characteristics of everyday functional tasks 5. Demonstrate the learning outcomes of the clinical practice period associated with this module

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY Formative:

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The student will be responsible for negotiating learning, performance and feedback opportunities in relation to a foundation skills inventory based on core areas of physiotherapy practice. The inventory will be a sub-section of the Personal and Professional Development File. Summative: The module learning outcomes and the student‟s performance in meeting learning outcomes (1-4) will be assessed using a summative practical simulation which includes a qualitative movement analysis of an everyday functional task.

PL0407 Principles of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy SYNOPSIS OF MODULE This module will introduce and allow students to integrate the study of musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology with the assessment of common problems affecting the musculoskeletal system. A strong emphasis will be given to the development of practical functional anatomy skills as well as developing the key skills of physiotherapy assessment. The module takes a regional anatomy approach and an integrated approach to developing appropriate skills and knowledge in musculoskeletal assessment. The regional approach considers the gross structure and function of the lower limb, upper limb, spine and pelvis. Studies of normal structure and function will be applied to disorders commonly seen by physiotherapists and case studies are used to set these studies into the appropriate contexts of practice. The method of assessment allows students to develop and demonstrate breadth of knowledge and depth of study through the different methods.

AIMS OF MODULE The aims of this module are to equip students with the necessary skills to understand how knowledge of relevant anatomy, kinesiology and practical skills may facilitate them to make a detailed assessment of the musculoskeletal system and recognise how pathologies may affect the normal movement of this system.

LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Describe the structure and relate this to the function of the musculoskeletal system. 2. Describe common pathologies of the musculoskeletal system throughout the stages of life. 3. Have knowledge of the factors that influence the health status of individuals. 4. Use surface anatomy to identify anatomical structures of the spine and appendicular skeleton. 5. Demonstrate effective communication skills with peers. 6. Apply techniques of analysis and enquiry within the field of physiotherapy practice

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY The module will be assessed summatively on completion of the module Examination 100% Formative examination may be used during the module but will not form part of the overall module mark. The examination will include a written portfolio of learning and a practical examination. The portfolio of learning will be used to develop knowledge of normal structure, function and common musculoskeletal pathologies. The content may include both text based material and media based material e.g. photographs, video footage etc. which show evidence of their learning of musculoskeletal knowledge. This will be used to develop breadth of anatomical knowledge linking to pathological processes and subsequent development of injury. The practical examination will be used to demonstrate the student‟s knowledge of an area of surface anatomy and the assessment of a musculoskeletal region using the practical skills learned throughout the module.

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PL0408 Principles of Physiotherapy in Neurology SYNOPSIS OF MODULE This module will introduce and integrate aspects of anatomy and physiology of neurological systems with an introduction to neurological disorders commonly seen in patients referred for physiotherapy. The module provides the student with the opportunity to develop basic neurological physiotherapy assessment.

AIMS OF MODULE This module will enable students to develop a foundation knowledge and understanding of the structure and function of the human nervous system and its role in the control of normal movement. They will also develop a basic understanding of neural responses, adaptations to dysfunction and the role of the physiotherapist in assessing neural function including sensory and motor function. LEARNING OUTCOMES At the end of the module students will be able to: 1. Describe the normal functions of the central nervous system 2. Explain the role of the nervous system in the normal control of muscle tone, posture and movement. 3. Identify common clinical features which may arise from delayed development or deficit of the central nervous system. 4. Identify appropriate techniques for assessment used in neurological rehabilitation ASSESSMENT STRATEGY Breadth and depth of knowledge and understanding of the nervous system will be assessed in a 2 hour exam. This will include a combination of multi-choice, short answer and 1 long answer question.

PL0409 Principles of Cardio Respiratory in Physiotherapy SYNOPSIS OF MODULE This module provides an introduction to the discipline of cardiorespiratory physiotherapy practice, the fundamental knowledge and skills underpinning clinical practice within this core area of physiotherapy. From a lay perspective of cardiorespiratory health the module will develop via a foundation of applied cardiorespiratory anatomy and physiology, to the physiotherapy management of the spontaneously breathing patient.

AIMS OF MODULE To introduce students to the role and purpose of cardiorespiratory physiotherapy practice, the knowledge and skills required to provide safe and effective person-centred care.

LEARNING OUTCOMES On completion of the module, the student will be able to: 1. Discuss the role and purpose of cardiorespiratory physiotherapy. 2. Relate the anatomy of the thoracic cavity, lungs, heart and peripheral vascular system to the process of ventilation, respiration, and movement. 3. Relate the applied anatomy and physiology of the cardiorespiratory systems to pathological change. 4. Demonstrate application of key concepts for cardiorespiratory assessment and intervention. 5. Justify the selection and use of monitoring, evaluation, and outcome measures in cardio-respiratory physiotherapy practice. ASSESSMENT STRATEGY Formative assessment: 1. Occasional informal short answer examinations 2. Review workshops A series of short answer 'tests' will be set on at least 2 occasions during the module to facilitate student recall and integration of taught material. The final seminars will take the form of review workshops and will include a range of cognitive, practical and

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creative activities to facilitate integration and application of taught material. Summative Assessment: Practical viva The Practical Viva will assess students' theoretical and practical knowledge and skills relating to the role and purpose of cardiorespiratory physiotherapy practice.

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Year 2 placements For each placement, the modules that require students to undertake activities are indicated. Further information regarding the specific module aims, objectives and assessments can be found at the back of each of the “Year” sections. Key modules that are linked with the placement are indicated in bold. Modules indicated in italics are those for which the assessment occurs at the end of semester 2. As such, there may be opportunities within all placements for the accumulation of materials relevant to the assessment of the module.

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Year 2 modular assignment and placement outline. Activities outlined in bold indicate key modular links for the placement. Those outlined in italics indicate activities that students may wish to focus on. Placement periods

Modular assessment

A

; YEAR 2

2009 - 2010 DATE (Week Beginning - Monday) module code and nature of assessment

5

OCTOBER 12 19 26

NOVEMBER 2 9 16 23

30

DECEMBER 7 14 21 28

4

JANUARY 11 18 25

1

FEBRUARY 8 15 22

PL0501 - Critique of article (assignment)

Reflect on development

Reflect on development

PL0502 - Analyse evidence base for practical skill (assignment)

Identify assignment skill

Identify assignment skill

PL0509 - Critique measurement technique/tool/Ax (assignment)

Investigate m easurem ent

Investigate measurement

PL0510 - Using education in health and rehabilitation (assignment) PL0511 - Practical assessment

Skills practice

PL0512 - Practical assessment

Skills practice

DATE (Week Beginning-Monday) module code and nature of assessment

1

MARCH 8 15 22

29

5

APRIL 12 19

26

3

A A MAY 10 17

24

PL0501 - Critique of article

Reflect on development

PL0502 - Analyse evidence base for practical skill

Identify assignment skill

31

PL0509 - Critique measurement technique/tool/Ax PL0510 - Using education in health and rehabilitation

Identify educational approaches

PL0511 - Practical assessment PL0512 - Practical assessment

Skills consolidation

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Skills consolidation

JUNE 14 21

28

5

JULY 12 19

A A A A

Explore educational approaches

Clinical Practice 3 This placement requires materials to be collected for the following modules. Please note learning outcomes for Clinical Practice 3 reflect the module PL0509. Therefore, whilst PL0502 and PL0501 may encourage the student to engage with more focused learning opportunities, PL0509 is likely to be the primary focus for any additional learning activities. In addition, assessments for PL0511 and PL0512 occur directly after the placement period. As such, students may wish to take the opportunity to practice key skills relevant to the assessment of these modules.

PL0509 Measurements and evaluations in Physiotherapy Module summary This module aims to develop students‟ skills with respect to commonly used measurement procedures in used in practice. The module will allow students to integrate the issues around collection and analysis of data, and to explore methodological issues of data collection with respect to reliability, validity and error.

Preparation work during placement: Background: The assessment of this module to be submitted in June requires the student to complete a written assignment based upon a critique of a measurement technique/ procedure/assessment tool etc. used within physiotherapy practice. In order to fully critique this technique, students must engage with and use literature from published research.

Placement activity: In order to complete the assignment, students are required to observe and apply commonly used measurement tool. This may be any form of tool/procedure, from specific tools used to gain clear outcome measures to more comprehensive procedures. Students will need time to familiarise themselves with the chosen tool and to practice its application. As the assessment will rely on appropriate critique, students must be able to demonstrate insight into the pros and cons of the chosen tool, and its standing and application in current literature.

PL0502 Development of Core Skills for Professional Practice Module summary This module will provide the opportunity for students to acquire further skills enabling the student to provide safe and effective practice within the appropriate care setting. These skills are studied under the 4 following headings and underpin professional practice: Communication in Practice Risk assessment, management and health and safety Professional judgement and clinical decision - making Assessment frameworks underpinned by life science

Preparation work during placement: Background: The assessment for this module occurs both formatively throughout the module and summatively as an assignment to be submitted 21st June 2010. Formative assessment focuses on ongoing feedback regarding professional skills under the 4 themes above, during module seminars. Whilst the summative submission for this module does not occur until June, students must identify a skill from practice that they can then further explore in relation to the evidence base in order to complete the written assignment. As such, ALL placements that occur in the 2nd year may have opportunities for students to identify, practice and explore suitable skills.

Placement activity: Students are asked to read through their module handbook prior to commencing placement, to familiarise themselves with the requirements of the assessment. Students may like to choose a skill within the placement that can form the basis of their assignment. Due to the year-long nature of the module, students may prefer to choose skills from alternative year 2 placements.

Student activity following placement: Assessment question: During your practice placement select a clinical skill which you have observed or practised and which is related to the content of the module. Analyse the evidence base that informs the delivery of this skill. Discuss implications and provide recommendations for practice.

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PL0501 – Developing Skills in Collaborative Working Module summary This module will allow students explore professional and contextual issues relating to collaborative working and the contributions different forms of knowledge/evidence can have in working collaboratively in providing health and social care services. User/carer perspective workshops and seminars will be used to facilitate their learning.

Preparation work during placement: Although there is nothing specific that the students need to prepare for Module PL0501 whilst on placement, the module title „Developing skills in collaborative working‟ clearly invites students to investigate how they can develop the skills to work collaboratively with clients, professionals from other disciplines and health and social care agencies/organisations.

If educators are in a position to provide learning opportunities in these areas, it would greatly enhance the students‟ experience in collaborative working.

Student activity following placement:

Students are required to complete a workbook that includes a critical appraisal essay, and to complete a written reflection on their collaborative working experience, for submission by 21 st June 2010.

PL0511 Applied Rehabilitation in Physiotherapy Practice Please see page 21 for further details regarding this module. As the assessment for PL0511 occurs directly after this placement, this time may offer an ideal opportunity to practice skills in the context of practice.

PL0512 Movement Science Applied to Physiotherapy Please see page 23 for further details regarding this module. As the assessment for PL0511 occurs directly after this placement, this time may offer an ideal opportunity to practice skills in the context of practice.

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Clinical Practice 4 This placement provides opportunities for the application of skills or exploration of topics relating to the following 2 modules.

PL0511 Applied Rehabilitation in Physiotherapy Practice Module summary This module will introduce students to the core skills of manual therapy and electrotherapy and how they relate to physiotherapy practice. A variety of manual and physical approaches will be used as vehicles for students to explore how these skills can be integrated into overall physiotherapy management approaches. Students will engage with practical skills to develop palpatory and handling skills. Activities during placement: Background: The module will be assessed summatively by a practical examination to demonstrate the application of the skills and the application of the evidence base developed in the module. This will take place prior to the period of practice-based learning. As a result, the placement period, though not requiring specific activities relating to the module, offers an ideal opportunity to apply skills developed, in the specific context of practice.

PL0502 Development of Core Skills for Professional Practice Module summary This module will provide the opportunity for students to acquire further skills enabling the student to provide safe and effective practice within the appropriate care setting. These skills are studied under the 4 following headings and underpin professional practice: Communication in Practice Risk assessment, management and health and safety Professional judgement and clinical decision - making Assessment frameworks underpinned by life science

Preparation work during placement: Background: 22

The assessment for this module occurs both formatively throughout the module and summatively as an assignment to be submitted 21st June 2010. Formative assessment focuses on ongoing feedback regarding professional skills under the 4 themes above, during module seminars. Whilst the summative submission for this module does not occur until June, students must identify a skill from practice that they can then further explore in relation to the evidence base in order to complete the written assignment. As such, all placements that occur in the 2nd year may have opportunities for students to identify, practice and explore suitable skills.

Placement activity: Students are asked to read through their module handbook prior to commencing placement, to familiarise themselves with the requirements of the assessment. Students may like to choose a skill within the placement that can form the basis of their assignment.

Student activity following placement: Assessment question: “During your practice placement select a clinical skill which you have observed or practised and which is related to the content of the module. Analyse the evidence base that informs the delivery of this skill. Discuss implications and provide recommendations for practice”.

PL0501 – Developing Skills in Collaborative Working Please see page 19 for further information relating to this module. This module aims to allow students to investigate how they can develop the skills to work collaboratively with clients, professionals and agencies/organisations. Whilst there is nothing that the student is required to undertake whilst on this placement, opportunities may arise that will allow the student to better understand the application of these skills in the practice context.

PL0509 Measurements and evaluations in Physiotherapy Please see page 18 for further details regarding this module. Whilst the assessment for PL0509 occurs at the end of semester 2, this placement may offer an ideal opportunity to observe/participate in activities that will allow the student to better understand application of measurements and evaluations in the context of practice.

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Clinical Practice 5 This placement provides opportunities for the application of skills or exploration of topics relating to the following 2 modules.

PL0512 Movement Science Applied to Physiotherapy Module summary The primary aim of this module is to develop knowledge, critical thinking and practical skills in areas of movement science and application to rehabilitation. Students are expected to demonstrate understanding of the assessment, planning and prioritising of appropriate physiotherapy management strategies; justify the selection and modification of physiotherapy skills according to the needs of clients; discuss the principles underpinning the employment, and the safe and effective application, of physiotherapy skills. Movement science will be explored within the context of: Neurophysiological approaches, Biomechanical approaches and Exercise therapy. Due to the applied / practical nature of this module it will be assessed summatively by a practical examination to demonstrate the selection, safety and effective application of the skills and the application of the evidence base developed in the module.

Placement activity: Background: The module will be assessed summatively by a practical examination to demonstrate the selection, safety and effective application of the skills, the application of the evidence base developed in the module, and the appreciation of how such skills complement an overarching patient management strategy. This will take place prior to the period of practice-based learning. As a result, the placement period, though not requiring specific activities relating to the module, offers an ideal opportunity to apply skills developed, in the specific context of practice.

PL0502 Development of Core Skills for Professional Practice Module summary This module will provide the opportunity for students to acquire further skills enabling the student to provide safe and effective practice within the appropriate care setting. These skills are studied under the 4 following headings and underpin professional practice: Communication in Practice 24

Risk assessment, management and health and safety Professional judgement and clinical decision - making Assessment frameworks underpinned by life science

Preparation work during placement: Background: The assessment for this module occurs both formatively throughout the module and summatively as an assignment to be submitted 21st June 2010. Formative assessment focuses on ongoing feedback regarding professional skills under the 4 themes above, during module seminars. Whilst the summative submission for this module does not occur until June, students must identify a skill from practice that they can then further explore in relation to the evidence base in order to complete the written assignment. As such, all placements that occur in the 2nd year may have opportunities for students to identify, practice and explore suitable skills.

Placement activity: Students are asked to read through their module handbook prior to commencing placement, to familiarise themselves with the requirements of the assessment. Students may like to choose a skill within the placement that can form the basis of their assignment.

Student activity following placement: Assessment question: During your practice placement select a clinical skill which you have observed or practised and which is related to the content of the module. Analyse the evidence base that informs the delivery of this skill. Discuss implications and provide recommendations for practice.

PL0501 – Developing Skills in Collaborative Working Please see page 19 for further information relating to this module. This module aims to allow students to investigate how they can develop the skills to work collaboratively with clients, professionals and agencies/organisations. Whilst there is nothing that the student is required to undertake whilst on this placement, opportunities may arise that will allow the student to better understand the application of these skills in the practice context.

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Please see page 26 for further details regarding this module. Whilst the assessment for PL0510 occurs at the end of semester 2, this placement may offer an ideal opportunity to observe/participate in educational activities in rehabilitation that will allow the student to better understand this in the context of practice. .

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Clinical Practice 6 This placement is the Elective placement, occurring at the end of Year 2 for students undertaking the BSc Physiotherapy programme. As such, students are required to plan their learning based around maximising opportunities for skill development in the area of practice. Whilst the placement is associated with the following module, the assessment for PL0510 is not directly related to the placement experience. Students are, however, asked to reflect upon their own skill development, the skills developed within Year 2 modules and the opportunities that the placement affords, in negotiating their additional learning outcomes for the module.

PL0510 Education and Health in Rehabilitation Module summary This module is designed to introduce students to educational theory, and how it relates to physiotherapy practice. A variety of musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory and neurological conditions will be used as vehicles for students to explore how educational strategies can be integrated into overall physiotherapy management approaches. Students will also develop an understanding of how physiotherapists can use educational approaches in health promotion with the healthy population. Assessment is via a written assignment based on the use of the integration of an educational approach in relation to the physiotherapy management of a specific condition. The elective clinical placement will give the students the opportunity to practice in an area of physiotherapy of their own choosing, and will be assessed on a competency-threshold basis.

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Further modular information – for reference PL0501 Developing Skills for Collaborative Working SYNOPSIS OF MODULE This module will allow students to build upon the themes introduced in module PL0400. In particular they will be able to explore professional and contextual issues relating to collaborative working and the contributions different forms of knowledge/evidence can have in working collaboratively in providing health and social care services. User/carer perspective workshops and seminars will be used to facilitate their learning. By utilising a module workbook, students will also have the opportunity to develop a range of lifelong learning skills for collaborative practice.

AIMS OF MODULE This module will enable students to reflect upon their professional development within the context of user/carer focused collaborative working environment. The module will develop the students' appreciation of critical appraisal of different forms of evidence which explore factors that influence integrated health and social care service provision.

LEARNING OUTCOMES By the end of the module the student will be able to: 1. Appraise the contribution of different forms of evidence and its impact on collaborative decision making in practice 2. Analyse collaborative working practice within user/carer focused health and social care services. 3. Articulate and share with others, sources of profession specific and inter-professional knowledge relating to collaborative service provision. 4. Demonstrate an awareness of their ongoing professional learning needs for participation in evidence based, collaborative health and social care service delivery.

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY Formative Completion of formative sections in the module workbook Summative Completion of compulsory sections in the module workbook. A range of activities including reflecting on interprofessional working in practice, university-based workshops, elements of critical appraisal process and exercises that reinforce understanding of the research process. Evidence of inter-professional learning in practice.

PL0502 Development of Core Skills for Professional Practice SYNOPSIS OF MODULE This module will provide the opportunity for students to acquire further skills enabling the student to provide safe and effective practice within the appropriate care setting. These skills will be integral within the four key themes and will include aspects of therapeutic communication such as de-escalation and breaking bad news.

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In risk assessment and risk management skills acquired in the foundation module will be revisited as part requirement and to ensure students are able to demonstrate understanding and application of theoretical principles underpinning professional practice. Further skills will include record keeping and accountability. Organisation of care delivery, care planning and care management will be explored and theories and concepts will be applied to the practice setting. The student will experience learning through a variety of methods including simulation. The assessment strategy will include a written assignment based on an aspect of professional practice.

AIMS OF MODULE This module will enable students to develop a critical understanding of the core skills required for health/social care practice, analyse the knowledge required and develop further understanding of the core skills to provide safe and effective implementation, critically apply core skills in specific practice roles. LEARNING OUTCOMES By the end of the module the student will be able to: 1. Discuss the evidence base underpinning core skills for practice 2. Examine the uniqueness of their profession specific role in the provision of holistic care. 3. Demonstrate the ability to apply theoretical principles in practice 4. Demonstrate critical understanding of the theory underpinning the application of core, communication skills used in a therapeutic relationship. 5. Demonstrate their appreciation of risk assessment and management in practice skills. 6. Critically reflect upon own contribution in the implementation of practice skills.

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY Students will be observed during seminars and laboratory workshops, provided with feedback and guidance where appropriate Identify a clinical intervention and using the evidence base compare and contrast against actual practice. (2500 words)

PL0509 Measurements and evaluations in Physiotherapy SYNOPSIS OF MODULE This module will develop and allow students to integrate the issues around collection and analysis of data with respect to commonly used measurement procedures used in practice. An understanding of the methodological issues of data collection with respect to reliability, validity and error will be addressed using a range of different teaching strategies, including lectures, seminars and laboratory work. AIMS OF MODULE The aim of this module is to equip the student with the necessary skills to critically explore a range of data collection techniques and measurement procedures used in clinical practice and evaluate their significance to practice with respect to reliability, validity, sources of error and applicability to practice. LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Demonstrate an evidence based approach to measurement protocols. 2. Discuss strengths and limitations of quantitative measurement, evaluation and data analysis. 3. Discuss strengths and limitations of qualitative measurement, evaluation and data analysis. 4. Critically appraise literature and other forms of evidence that relate to measurement and evaluation of human movement & function. 5. Demonstrate the learning outcomes of the clinical practice period associated with this module

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ASSESSMENT STRATEGY A written assignment based upon a critique of a measurement technique/ procedure/assessment tool etc. used within physiotherapy practice and is underpinned by a literature review from published research.

PL0510 Education and Health in Rehabilitation SYNOPSIS OF MODULE This module is designed to introduce students to educational theory, and how it relates to physiotherapy practice. A variety of musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory and neurological conditions will be used as vehicles for students to explore how educational strategies can be integrated into overall physiotherapy management approaches. Students will also develop an understanding of how physiotherapists can use educational approaches in health promotion with the healthy population. A variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminar-based discussions and group activities, problem-solving, reflective practice and independent learning will be used to promote understanding of contextual issues, which might influence educational approaches taken. Students will also engage with practical skills, which complement the educational/self-management approach. Assessment is via a written assignment based on the use of the integration of an educational approach in relation to the physiotherapy management of a specific condition. The elective clinical placement will give the students the opportunity to practice in an area of physiotherapy of their own choosing, and will be assessed on a competency-threshold basis.

AIMS OF MODULE The module will develop students' understanding of educational theory and how this impacts upon their clinical practice in a variety of different contexts, and upon their own professional development

LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Demonstrate how knowledge of educational theory can impact upon patient assessment and management in different clinical contexts 2. Use clinical reasoning skills to justify the selection of educational management approach according to the needs of individual clients 3. Discuss how educational approaches can be integrated within an overall evidence-based management plan for patients with musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory and neurological conditions 4. Demonstrate the learning outcomes of the clinical practice period associated with this module.

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY Written assignment - students will be asked to write an assignment, based on the use of an educational approach in relation to a specific condition. They will be expected to show how the educational strategy integrates into an overall management approach, demonstrating an awareness of the pathology and potential problems associated with the condition. Clinical placement will be assessed against set placement learning outcomes and additional learning outcomes negotiated between the student and their clinical educator at the beginning of the placement. The placement will be assessed at a threshold competency level.

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SYNOPSIS OF MODULE This module will introduce students to the core skills of manual therapy and electrotherapy and how they relate to physiotherapy practice. A variety of manual and physical approaches will be used as vehicles for students to explore how these skills can be integrated into overall physiotherapy management approaches. A variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminar-based discussions and group activities, problem-solving, reflective practice and independent learning will be used to promote understanding of the evidence base for the approaches covered. Students will engage with practical skills to develop palpatory and handling skills. Assessment is via a practical examination and viva to demonstrate the application of the approaches covered in the module and to explore the evidence underpinning these approaches.

AIMS OF MODULE The module will develop students' understanding of the theory and application of manual therapy and physical modalities in the management of clients in clinical practice. The evidence underpinning the therapeutic effects of manual and physical physiotherapy skills will be explored.

LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Discuss the biological and therapeutic principles underpinning electrotherapy and manual therapy skills. 2. Apply knowledge of manual and physical physiotherapy skills to the assessment and management of clients presenting to physiotherapy 3. Justify the selection, application and modification of manual and physical physiotherapy skills according to the needs of individual clients 4. to demonstrate the learning outcomes of the clinical practice period associated with this module

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY The module will be assessed summatively by a practical examination to demonstrate the application of the skills and the application of the evidence base developed in the module. This will take place prior to the period of practice-based learning. Clinical placement will be assessed against set placement learning outcomes and additional learning outcomes negotiated between the student and their clinical educator at the beginning of the placement. The placement will be assessed at a threshold competency level.

PL0512 Movement Science Applied to Physiotherapy SYNOPSIS OF MODULE The primary aim of this module is to develop knowledge, critical thinking and practical skills in area of movement science and the application of movement / therapeutic exercise approaches to rehabilitation. Students will be expected to demonstrate understanding of the assessment, planning and prioritising of appropriate physiotherapy management strategies; justify the selection and modification of physiotherapy skills according to the needs of clients; discuss the principles underpinning the employment, and the safe and effective application, of physiotherapy skills. Movement science will be explored using an applied approach and from several different standpoints, including: Neurophysiological approaches / techniques for promoting and / or re-educating motor control; Biomechanical approaches / techniques improving, maintaining and re-educating musculoskeletal function and Exercise therapy approaches for promoting aerobic capacity / improving exercise tolerance. Due to the applied / practical nature of this module it will be assessed summatively by a practical examination

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to demonstrate the selection, safety and effective application of the skills and the application of the evidence base developed in the module.

AIMS OF MODULE To develop knowledge, critical thinking and practical skills in area of movement science and the application of movement/therapeutic exercise approaches to rehabilitation. LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Demonstrate understanding of the assessment, planning and prioritising of appropriate physiotherapy management strategies. 2. Justify the selection and modification of physiotherapy skills according to the needs of clients. 3. Discuss the principles underpinning the employment of physiotherapy skills. 4. Demonstrate the safe and effective application of physiotherapeutic skills. 5. Demonstrate the learning outcomes of the clinical practice period associated with this module.

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY The module will be assessed summatively by a practical examination to demonstrate the selection, safety and effective application of the skills, the application of the evidence base developed in the module, and the appreciation of how such skills complement an overarching patient management strategy. Clinical placement will be assessed against set placement learning outcomes and additional learning outcomes negotiated between the student and their clinical educator at the beginning of the placement. The placement will be assessed at a threshold competency level.

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Year 3 placements For each placement, the modules that require students to undertake activities are indicated. Further information regarding the specific module aims, objectives and assessments can be found at the back of each of the “Year” sections.

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Year 3 modular assignment and placement outline. Activities outlined in bold indicate key modular links for the placement. Those outlined in italics indicate activities that students may wish to focus on. Placement periods

2009 - 2010 DATE (Week Beginning - Monday) module code and nature of assessment

Modular assessment

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YEAR 3

SEPTEMBER 31 7 14 21 28

OCTOBER 5 12 19 26

PL0607 - Collaborative service improvement project (presentation and assignment)

Mini service improvement project

PL0608 - Reflection on decision making skills (presentation and assignment)

Reflection on signficant incident

NOVEMBER DECEMBER 2 9 16 23 30 7 14 21 28

JANUARY 4 11 18 25

FEBRUARY 1 8 15 22

PL0613 - Development of practice skills (practical exam) PL0614 - Client centred Physiotherapy (presentation)

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Identify example of client Physiotherapy

PL0612 - Dissertation

DATE (Week Beginning - Monday) module code and nature of assessment

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MARCH 8 15 22 29

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APRIL 12 19 26

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MAY 10 17 24 31 A

PL0607 - Collaborative service improvement project PL0608 - Reflection on decision making skills PL0613 - Development of practice skills

Practice and consolidation of skills

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PL0614 - Client centred Physiotherapy PL0612 - Dissertation

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JUNE 7 14 21 28

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JULY 12 19 26

AUGUST 2 9 16 23

Clinical Practice 7 This placement requires materials to be collected for the following 3 modules.

PL0614 - Client Centred Physiotherapy Module summary This module aims to enable students to explore client centred practice in the context of complex physiotherapy cases and develops their awareness and application of relevant health and policy initiatives.

Preparation work during placement: Background: There are 2 sets of seminars, immediately post-placement, allocated to student theory / practice enquiry. This relates to the following expected placement learning. a) The student will undertake independent study on the topic of client – centeredness both generally and in relation to the client groups appropriate to the placement setting. b) Undertake reflective enquiry into the context of client centred practice in the specialist /core area of practice, and relate this to an individual case study.

The student will then feedback during two seminars after the placement. The seminars will be developed around the groups students worked in during week 8 in seminar 2 and involve individual and group feedback (groups allocated in seminar 2, week 8).

Student Activity following placement: During the course of the placement students will each need to collect reflective information using the proforma that their group designed prior to the placement. They will need to use this information to prepare an individual 10 minute presentation on the following topic – this is for delivery after the placement, not as part of the placement learning outcomes.

Discuss how the treatment /management for one particular patient (case/client) was client centred.

There is an expectation that the student will support this work with references, and will refer to the patient /their relationship, personal attitude, behaviour, models and the context of care.

PL0608 - Core Skills for professional practice - transition Module summary This module will provide the student with the opportunity to prepare for the transition from unqualified to qualified status. The module focuses upon enhancing skills acquired from previous modules increasing confidence in skills for professional practice. Overall, the module will encompass aspects of patient assessment utilising skills of clinical reasoning and clinical decision making, analysis and evaluation of theoretical principles underpinning practice, critical reflection and risk assessment and management.

Preparation work during placement: Background: A seminar occurring in January will provide an opportunity to reflect on and discuss a decision made during clinical practice (prompts introduced at the conclusion of the Clinical Reasoning lecture in September 2009 [week 8], see figure below). This seminar could also be useful in terms of thinking about preparation for the module assessment. Thus the purpose of the seminar is to: 1. Stimulate a more rigorous and structured approach to developing decision-making skills through the process of reflection. 2. Facilitate preparation for the module assessment.

Placement activity: Students are asked to: Review a decision that they have made or been involved in through a critical incident/significant event/dilemma. Describe in detail what happened. Describe who was involved. Outline the influences and key issues involved. Indicate how it turned out – the student should explain and analyse this using formal and informal theory relating to their reasoning. Outline what they learnt and how it will influence their future practice.

The above can be completed using a recognised critical incident/reflective tool.

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Each seminar group will be divided into 4 or 5 smaller groups (4 – 5 persons per group). During the first hour of the workshop there will be an opportunity to discuss decisions made and influences on this. During the second hour there will be an opportunity to „present‟ and discuss a small number of scenarios.

Discussion should include: a brief overview of the chosen case scenario – thinking about the type of detail that would be provided as part of a handover or verbal report to another member of staff clear identification of a significant event clear identification of influences on the decision-making process brief analysis of what were perceived as a key influences clear identification of outcome, and learning / development

Resources such as whiteboard, flipchart, powerpoint slides (max of two slides) can be used to support each discussion.

PL0607 – Collaborative working in Practice Module summary This module will consolidate students' previous experience of university based and practice based inter-professional learning. The aim of the module is to offer students the opportunity to explore the realities of collaborative, interprofessional working for service improvement, whilst on their usual professional placement. Students will also undertake an individual service improvement project to analyse their own professional role in service improvement in the context of collaborative, interprofessional working.

Preparation work during placement: Background: Students are expected to attend a full day workshop relating to this module on October 5 th. They will be provided with more details regarding submission deadlines at this time.

Placement activity: Students are asked to: Complete a mini service improvement project relating to an area of improvement/safety that they have identified. This could include, for example, an improved communications strategy between professional groups, updated/improved patient information cards, recommendations for alterations in manual handling etc. Students are asked to plan, implement and audit the project. This should be small scale, involving an audit of a small number of patients and 38

staff. If implementation is not possible, students are asked to ensure that they have discussed the potential implementation and possible results of audit with more than 1 professional in their area of practice.

Student activity following placement: Following placement, students will be asked to complete a 10 minute professional presentation centring round their findings from a mini-project relating to service improvement that they have completed during their placement period. Service users will be involved as part of a questioning panel for student presentations. The presentation will followed by a 600 word reflective account.

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Clinical Practice 8 This placement requires activity for the following module.

PL0613 – Developing Effective Physiotherapy Skills Module summary This module aims to further develop the practical and clinical reasoning skills related to the selection, delivery, analysis, evaluation and progression of physiotherapy intervention. Learning outcomes achieved on completion of the module will demonstrate the students' ability to deliver, justify and critically appraise contemporary practice in patient centred care for patients with long-term, chronic conditions. Preparation work during placement: Background: This module seeks to further develop the practical and clinical reasoning skills related to the selection, delivery, analysis, evaluation and progression of physiotherapy intervention across the three core professional areas. As such, this module relies on the overall development of the students‟ skill base. Placement activity: Although the development of core skills is inherent in the learning outcomes for each placement, this module places an emphasis on the accurate delivery of these skills under exam conditions. As such, it is recommended that students take the opportunity whilst on placement to demonstrate and receive feedback on the quality of their skills including clinical reasoning, throughout the management of their case load. Student Activity following placement: Following the placement students will be required to complete a practical exam in which they will demonstrate the integration of clinical reasoning into the selection of treatments and the safe and effective application of treatment techniques.

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Further modular information – for reference PL0614 - Client Centred Physiotherapy SYNOPSIS OF MODULE This module enables the critical evaluation and synthesis of theory and practice in relation to the management of complex physiotherapy cases. Students will differentiate the application of therapeutic approaches and adjuncts to management in the provision of professional services and consolidate the ability to incorporate relevant health and policy initiatives into client centred physiotherapy. Enquiry case studies will link theory to clinical practice and provide valuable opportunities for problem solving. The assessment will be a written assignment: a critical review of current practice in the context of client centred care.

MODULE AIMS This module aims to enable the student to critically evaluate and synthesise theory and practice in relation to the management of complex physiotherapy cases incorporating relevant health and policy initiatives into client centred physiotherapy. The student will appraise and act upon the evidence for current and innovative client centred physiotherapy practice.

LEARNING OUTCOMES At the end of this module the student will be able to: 1. Evaluate and critique person centred care frameworks. 2. Discuss the range of clinical skills and strategies needed to provide integrated and client centred rehabilitation services for complex physiotherapy cases. 3. Find and appraise the evidence for the effectiveness of various therapeutic approaches utilised in management of complex physiotherapy cases. 4. To demonstrate the learning outcomes of the clinical practice period associated with this module.

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY The assessment of this module will consist of a written assignment. The student will select one case from a list of predetermined cases. The student will explore treatment options and debate integration of a client centred approach into physiotherapy management of the case

PL0608 - Core Skills for professional practice - transition SYNOPSIS OF MODULE This module will provide the student with the opportunity to prepare for the transition from unqualified to qualified status. It will enhance further development of skills acquired from previous modules and enable students to increase confidence in skills for professional practice which require the ability to assess patients and clients through the concepts of clinical reasoning and clinical decision making. It will enable the student to analyse and evaluate theoretical principles underpinning practice. It will encourage the student to critically reflect upon professional and personal development as part of the role transition. The module will develop the students' ability to critically analyse situations through risk assessment and provide a basis for appropriate risk management. Teaching and learning strategies will include such methods as lead lecture, seminar and simulation. The assignment methods will be a written reflective piece of work specific to professional practice.

MODULE AIMS 1. To prepare the student for the transition from unqualified to qualified status. 2. To consolidate learning and skill acquisition in preparation for professional practice.

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LEARNING OUTCOMES By the end of the module the student will be able to: 1. Critically analyse the evidence base underpinning core skills for practice 2. Evaluate the effectiveness of the decision making process in provision of holistic care. 3. Analyse and evaluate theoretical principles that underpin practice 4. Critically analyse the risk assessment processes and their management in practice. 5. Critically reflect upon personal and professional development in the role transition process.

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY Formative Students will be observed during seminar and laboratory workshops, provided with feedback and guidance where appropriate. Summative The assessment will take the form of a reflective account 3,000 words and the practice portfolio. “Using an example of clinical decision making from your practice, utilise evidence to critically analyse the key influences in the decision making process. Critically reflect on how this may impact on your future professional development and practice”.

PL0607 - Collaborative Working in Practice SYNOPSIS OF MODULE This module will consolidate students' previous experience of university based and practice based interprofessional learning. The aim of the module is to offer students the opportunity to explore the realities of collaborative, interprofessional working for service improvement, whilst on their usual professional placement. Directed learning activities and suggestions for independent learning will require students to learn with and from students from other professional groups. Students will also undertake an individual service improvement project to analyse their own professional role in service improvement in the context of collaborative, interprofessional working. Learning with other students may be face to face in timetabled sessions or through other means such as the e learning portal. Students will be supported in this activity by academic staff. Material prepared for an inter-professional seminar will be formatively assessed. This will contribute towards the summative assessment which will be a poster presentation to a small group of peers. Students will be expected to answer questions about their poster to demonstrate the required depth of knowledge. The poster will be electronically presented and will be assessed by a member of academic staff against a set of criteria based on the module learning outcomes. A 600 word written reflective critique of the learning from the formative and summative assessment will be submitted following the presentation.

AIMS OF MODULE The aim of this module is to enable students to build on previous experience and consolidate learning through the exploration of the theory - practice relationship that informs successful, collaborative, inter-professional, service improvement. The students' on going placement experience will be integral to this learning. LEARNING OUTCOMES By the end of the module the students should be able to: 1. Critically appraise the value of their profession specific contribution in collaborative, inter-professional, service improvement 2. Critically analyse the range of factors affecting the delivery of evidence based collaborative working within and between different practice settings. 3. Understand the relevance of users/ carer perspectives in inclusive, collaborative service improvement. 4. Demonstrate and critique effective communication with other professionals in a collaborative, practice based learning setting. 5. Critically appraise their inter-professional service improvement learning experience and its implications for their continuing professional development.

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ASSESSMENT STRATEGY Formative Students' participation in inter-professional seminars to discuss their service improvement project. Summative Poster presentation and discussion to a professional standard and 600 word written reflective critique that reflects: * The patient/ client/ service user perspective as a trigger for service improvement * The student's experience of inter-professional, service improvement learning in the practice setting * The contribution of their professional role to collaborative, interprofessional, service improvement * Their continuing professional learning and development needs in relation to interprofessional working for service improvement

PL0613 Developing Effective Physiotherapy Skills SYNOPSIS OF MODULE This module aims to further develop the practical and clinical reasoning skills related to the selection, delivery, analysis, evaluation and progression of physiotherapy intervention. Learning outcomes achieved on completion of the module will demonstrate the students' ability to deliver, justify and critically appraise contemporary practice in patient centred care for patients with long-term, chronic conditions. A combination of lectures, workshops, directed and independent learning and a clinical practice placement will be used to integrate theory and practice across three core areas of neuromusculoskeletal, neuro-rehabilitation, and cardio-respiratory physiotherapy practice. Achievements of learning outcomes will be assessed through clinical practice placement (pass/fail) and a practical examination (100% summative), providing students with the opportunity to integrate the safe and effective application of physiotherapy interventions and clinical reasoning skills. MODULE AIMS To further develop the practical and clinical reasoning skills related to the selection, delivery, analysis, evaluation and progression of physiotherapy intervention. LEARNING OUTCOMES On completion of the module, students will be able to: 1. discuss current issues related to the management of patients with long-term, chronic conditions 2. demonstrate the further development of practical and associated clinical reasoning skills that inform effective clinical practice 3. critically appraise the evidence-base for current and developing physiotherapy practice 4. discuss the value of the role of physiotherapy in collaborative, patient centre care involving a range of stakeholders 5. debate the personal and professional qualities that contribute to continuing professional development 6. meet the learning outcomes of the practice placement period associated with this module. ASSESSMENT STRATEGY The assessment of this module will consist of a practical examination in which students are to demonstrate the integration of clinical reasoning in the selection of treatments and the safe and effective application of therapeutic techniques.

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